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Inspector Mercer Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Inspector Mercer books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: March 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Inspector Mercer series? Start with "The Body Of A Girl" (1978) and follow publication order through all 2 books.
The complete Inspector Mercer reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
The Body Of A Girl
1978
Death of a Favourite Girl / The Killing of Katie Steelstock
1980
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