Foreign Detective Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Foreign Detective books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Foreign Detective series is publication order: 1. Tangier (1978), 2. Pattern Crimes (1987), 3. City of Knives (2006). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Foreign Detective series by William Bayer contains 3 books. The series began in 1978 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Foreign Detective series is written by William Bayer. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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