Ray Celestin Books in Order

Ray Celestin is a novelist and screenwriter based in London, weaving together the intricate threads of jazz and crime in his bestselling series, 'The City Blues Quartet'. His debut novel, The Axeman's Jazz, earned him the CWA New Blood Dagger for best debut crime novel of the year, and was hailed as one of the top books of the year by numerous publications. With Dead Man's Blues, he solidified his reputation, taking home the Historia Historical Thriller of the Year Award and securing a spot on the CWA Gold Dagger shortlist. The series continues to captivate readers with its rich historical context and gripping narratives, as seen in The Mobster's Lament, the third instalment in this critically acclaimed quartet. Visit raycelestin.com to explore his work further.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Ray Celestin

  • #1
    The Axeman's Jazz / The Axeman(2014)
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  • #2
    Dead Man's Blues(2016)
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  • #3
    The Mobster's Lament(2019)
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  • #4
    Sunset Swing(2022)
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About Ray Celestin

Ray Celestin is a novelist and screenwriter based in London, weaving together the intricate threads of jazz and crime in his bestselling series, 'The City Blues Quartet'. His debut novel, The Axeman's Jazz, earned him the CWA New Blood Dagger for best debut crime novel of the year, and was hailed as one of the top books of the year by numerous publications. With Dead Man's Blues, he solidified his reputation, taking home the Historia Historical Thriller of the Year Award and securing a spot on the CWA Gold Dagger shortlist. The series continues to captivate readers with its rich historical context and gripping narratives, as seen in The Mobster's Lament, the third instalment in this critically acclaimed quartet. Visit raycelestin.com to explore his work further.

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