Jack Laidlaw Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Jack Laidlaw books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Laidlaw
Buy on Amazon1977
The Papers of Tony Veitch
Buy on Amazon1983
Strange Loyalties
Buy on Amazon1991
The Dark Remains (With: Ian Rankin)
Buy on Amazon2021
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Jack Laidlaw series is publication order: 1. Laidlaw (1977), 2. The Papers of Tony Veitch (1983), 3. Strange Loyalties (1991), 4. The Dark Remains (With: Ian Rankin) (2021). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Jack Laidlaw series by William McIlvanney contains 4 books. The series began in 1977 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Jack Laidlaw series is written by William McIlvanney. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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