Dublin Murder Squad
Books in Order.
Start with In the Woods (2007). Each book follows a different Dublin detective, so you can read them in any order, but publication order is recommended.
The complete reading order for the Dublin Murder Squad series by Tana French. Below you'll find the authoritative guide on how to read the books in order, including publication dates and chronological timeline placements.
Where to start
Start with In the Woods (2007). Each book follows a different Dublin detective, so you can read them in any order, but publication order is recommended.
- •Each novel is narrated by a different detective, usually a character who appeared in the previous book, so the books are loosely linked rather than a continuous story.
- •Broken Harbour (2012) was published in the US as Broken Harbor.
At a Glance
- First Book:In the Woods
- Latest Book:The Trespasser
- Timeline:2007 - 2016
Complete Series Reading Order
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What order should I read Dublin Murder Squad in?
Start with In the Woods (2007). Each book follows a different Dublin detective, so you can read them in any order, but publication order is recommended.
How many books are in Dublin Murder Squad?
6 main books, published 2007–2016.
Can I read Dublin Murder Squad out of order?
It's best not to. The books build on each other, so reading out of order spoils earlier twists.
Has Dublin Murder Squad been adapted for TV or film?
Dublin Murders (BBC One and Starz, 2019) adapts In the Woods and The Likeness.