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Bess Crawford Books In Order (Full List)
Bess Crawford is a series of 15 books by Charles Todd. The first book published in the series is A Duty To The Dead in 2009. Here is a complete list of Bess Crawford books in order.
Last update: January 11, 2024
1. A Duty To The Dead (2009)
"A Duty To The Dead" by Charles Todd is a compelling historical mystery that follows the determined nurse Bess Crawford amidst the horrors of World War I. With engaging twists and a poignant portrayal of duty and sacrifice, this novel will captivate readers till the very end.
- 📇 336 Pages
- 📝 84,000 - 100,800 Word Count
- ⏱️ 11 Hours Reading Time
2. An Impartial Witness (2010)
In "An Impartial Witness" by Charles Todd, nurse Bess Crawford investigates the mysterious death of a soldier during World War I, facing danger and deception as she unravels a web of secrets that could make her the next target.
- 📇 352 Pages
- 📝 88,000 - 105,600 Word Count
- ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time
3. A Bitter Truth (2011)
In A Bitter Truth by Charles Todd, a spine-chilling mystery unfolds as battlefield nurse Bess Crawford investigates the murder of a courageous soldier, unveiling a web of secrets and betrayals that threaten to shatter her own world.
- 📇 352 Pages
- 📝 88,000 - 105,600 Word Count
- ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time
4. An Unmarked Grave (2012)
An Unmarked Grave by Charles Todd is a gripping historical mystery set during World War I, where the protagonist, Bess Crawford, uncovers secrets hidden in the trenches while fighting for justice and the truth.
- 📇 272 Pages
- 📝 68,000 - 81,600 Word Count
- ⏱️ 9 Hours Reading Time
5. The Walnut Tree (2012)
"The Walnut Tree" by Charles Todd takes readers on a gripping journey through the First World War, featuring a courageous young woman who finds love, faces heartbreak, and battles against the horrors of war in this emotionally charged and riveting historical novel.
- 📇 248 Pages
- 📝 62,000 - 74,400 Word Count
- ⏱️ 8 Hours Reading Time
6. A Question Of Honor (2013)
In "A Question of Honor" by Charles Todd, a British officer turned detective, Ian Rutledge, must unravel a haunting mystery surrounding the murder of a decorated war hero, set amidst the turmoil of post-World War I Britain.
- 📇 336 Pages
- 📝 84,000 - 100,800 Word Count
- ⏱️ 11 Hours Reading Time
7. An Unwilling Accomplice (2014)
In "An Unwilling Accomplice" by Charles Todd, nurse Bess Crawford finds herself embroiled in a murder investigation while serving on the frontlines of World War I. As danger and suspicion stalk her, Bess must uncover the truth before it claims another victim.
- 📇 368 Pages
- 📝 92,000 - 110,400 Word Count
- ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time
8. The Maharani's Pearls (2014)
In "The Maharani's Pearls" by Charles Todd, a captivating tale of mystery and adventure unfolds as an esteemed detective embarks on a mission to recover stolen gems in colonial India, uncovering dark secrets along the way.
- 📇 96 Pages
- 📝 24,000 - 28,800 Word Count
- ⏱️ 3 Hours Reading Time
9. A Pattern Of Lies (2015)
In "A Pattern of Lies" by Charles Todd, Inspector Ian Rutledge investigates a perplexing murder during World War I, uncovering a tangled web of secrets and betrayals within a small English village. A gripping historical mystery that will keep readers guessing until the final page.
- 📇 326 Pages
- 📝 81,500 - 97,800 Word Count
- ⏱️ 11 Hours Reading Time
10. The Shattered Tree (2016)
In Charles Todd's "The Shattered Tree," battlefield nurse Bess Crawford unravels a mystery that spans across the horrors of WWI and the treacherous landscapes of war-torn France, leading her to a shattered tree hiding dark secrets.
- 📇 287 Pages
- 📝 71,750 - 86,100 Word Count
- ⏱️ 10 Hours Reading Time
11. A Casualty Of War (2017)
"A Casualty Of War" by Charles Todd is a gripping historical mystery set in post-World War I England. Detective Bess Crawford unravels a web of secrets that lead her to a haunting discovery, challenging her courage and loyalty in the midst of a nation still recovering from the wounds of war.
- 📇 400 Pages
- 📝 100,000 - 120,000 Word Count
- ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time
12. A Forgotten Place (2018)
In "A Forgotten Place" by Charles Todd, World War I nurse Bess Crawford embarks on a haunting journey to a remote Welsh village, where a mysterious murder, secrets, and an eerie silence shroud the truth she seeks. A gripping historical mystery that will leave readers spellbound.
- 📇 384 Pages
- 📝 96,000 - 115,200 Word Count
- ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time
13. A Cruel Deception (2019)
In "A Cruel Deception" by Charles Todd, a thrilling historical mystery unravels as Inspector Ian Rutledge investigates a suspicious death and uncovers a web of secrets, lies, and hidden motives in post-World War I England. Gripping and haunting, this is a must-read for fans of the genre.
- 📇 305 Pages
- 📝 76,250 - 91,500 Word Count
- ⏱️ 10 Hours Reading Time
14. A Hanging At Dawn (2020)
"A Hanging At Dawn" by Charles Todd is a gripping historical mystery set amidst post-war chaos. Inspector Ian Rutledge must solve a baffling case in a small English village, where secrets and betrayal cloud the truth, challenging Rutledge's sense of justice and unraveling the past.
- 📇 181 Pages
- 📝 45,250 - 54,300 Word Count
- ⏱️ 6 Hours Reading Time
15. An Irish Hostage (2021)
In Charles Todd's gripping novel, "An Irish Hostage," a British officer turned detective finds himself entangled in a sinister web of secrets and betrayal as he journeys to Ireland, on a mission to rescue a prominent politician's kidnapped daughter.
- 📇 336 Pages
- 📝 84,000 - 100,800 Word Count
- ⏱️ 11 Hours Reading Time