Deryn Lake Books in Order

Deryn Lake is a celebrated historical novelist, renowned for crafting gripping mysteries that captivate readers. Her John Rawlings Mysteries series has garnered immense popularity, with notable titles including Death in the Dark Walk, Death at the Devil's Tavern, Death on the Romney Marsh, Death in the Peerless Pool, and Death at Apothecaries' Hall. She is equally accomplished in the realm of historical romance, having penned acclaimed works such as The King's Women, Sutton Place, and Pour the Dark Wine. Deryn's writing career is marked by her ability to transport readers to bygone eras, weaving intricate tales that blend history, mystery, and romance. Based near Hastings, East Sussex, Deryn continues to weave her literary magic, leaving an indelible mark on the world of historical fiction.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Deryn Lake

  • #1
    Death in the Dark Walk(1994)
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  • #2
    Death at the Beggar's Opera(1995)
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  • #3
    Death at the Devil's Tavern(1996)
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  • #4
    Death on the Romney Marsh(1998)
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  • #5
    Death in the Peerless Pool(1999)
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  • #6
    Death at Apothecaries' Hall(2000)
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  • #7
    Death in the West Wind(2001)
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  • #8
    Death at St. James's Palace(2002)
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  • #9
    Death in the Valley of Shadows(2003)
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  • #10
    Death in the Setting Sun(2004)
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  • #11
    Death and the Cornish Fiddler(2006)
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  • #12
    Death in Hellfire(2007)
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  • #13
    Death and the Black Pyramid(2009)
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  • #14
    Death at the Wedding Feast(2011)
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  • #15
    Death on the Rocks(2014)
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  • #16
    Death at the Boston Tea Party(2016)
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  • #17
    Death on the River Thames(2022)
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  • #1
    The King's Women(2015)
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  • #2
    As Shadows Haunting(2015)
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  • #3
    Pour The Dark Wine(2015)
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  • #4
    To Sleep No More(2015)
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  • #5
    Banishment(2015)
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  • #6
    The Prince's Women(2019)
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  • #7
    Love Song of the Nightingale(2025)
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  • #8
    The Anklets(2017)
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  • #9
    The Moonlit Baths(2017)
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  • #10
    The Wardrobe(2017)
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  • #11
    The Mermaid's Kiss(2017)
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  • #12
    The Staircase(2017)
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  • #13
    The Gemini Syndrome(2017)
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  • #14
    Lovers Lost in Time(2018)
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About Deryn Lake

Deryn Lake is a celebrated historical novelist, renowned for crafting gripping mysteries that captivate readers. Her John Rawlings Mysteries series has garnered immense popularity, with notable titles including Death in the Dark Walk, Death at the Devil's Tavern, Death on the Romney Marsh, Death in the Peerless Pool, and Death at Apothecaries' Hall. She is equally accomplished in the realm of historical romance, having penned acclaimed works such as The King's Women, Sutton Place, and Pour the Dark Wine. Deryn's writing career is marked by her ability to transport readers to bygone eras, weaving intricate tales that blend history, mystery, and romance. Based near Hastings, East Sussex, Deryn continues to weave her literary magic, leaving an indelible mark on the world of historical fiction.

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