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Peter Grainger Books In Order (Full List)

Peter Grainger has published 20 books. The first book was An Accidental Death in 2013. Here is a complete list of Peter Grainger books in order.

Last update: October 17, 2026

1. An Accidental Death (2013)

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In this gripping detective novel, Detective Sergeant DC Smith returns to solve a seemingly accidental death that unravels a web of secrets, propelling him on a thrilling journey into the underbelly of a small English community. A masterfully crafted page-turner by Peter Grainger.

  • 📇 179 Pages
  • 📝 44,750 - 53,700 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 6 Hours Reading Time

2. But For The Grace (2014)

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"But For The Grace" by Peter Grainger is a captivating crime thriller that follows Detective Sergeant Fiona Griffiths as she investigates a series of unnerving murders in the heart of London, while battling her own demons and unraveling a deeply disturbing case.

  • 📇 225 Pages
  • 📝 56,250 - 67,500 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 8 Hours Reading Time

3. Luck And Judgement (2015)

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In Peter Grainger's captivating novel, "Luck and Judgement," follow DC Smith as he unravels the dark secrets behind an apparent suicide. With an abundance of wit, charm, and astute observations, Grainger delivers a masterfully crafted tale of suspense and intrigue.

  • 📇 292 Pages
  • 📝 73,000 - 87,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 10 Hours Reading Time

4. Persons Of Interest (2015)

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In Peter Grainger's "Persons Of Interest," Detective Sergeant Jessica North uncovers a web of secrets as she investigates a series of murders. With gripping intrigue and complex characters, this crime novel will keep readers captivated until the last page.

  • 📇 408 Pages
  • 📝 102,000 - 122,400 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time

5. In This Bright Future (2016)

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"In This Bright Future" by Peter Grainger is a captivating literary gem that explores the profound complexities of human connection, resilience, and the timeless search for meaning in a world on the brink of sweeping change.

  • 📇 360 Pages
  • 📝 90,000 - 108,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

6. The Rags Of Time (2016)

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In "The Rags Of Time" by Peter Grainger, detective George Elms delves into a perplexing cold case, uncovering secrets from the past that threaten to shatter his personal and professional life. Gripping and atmospheric, this crime novel explores the cost of unearthing buried truths.

  • 📇 303 Pages
  • 📝 75,750 - 90,900 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 10 Hours Reading Time

7. Time And Tide (2017)

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In "Time And Tide" by Peter Grainger, DCI Harry Nelson and his team work diligently to solve a mysterious case of a missing child that resurfaces years later, leaving them to untangle a web of family secrets and deceit.

  • 📇 332 Pages
  • 📝 83,000 - 99,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 11 Hours Reading Time

8. Lane (2017)

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In "Lane" by Peter Grainger, Detective Sergeant Lane explores the depths of a murder case while simultaneously navigating the complexities of his own personal life, in this gripping and atmospheric crime novel set in Norfolk, England.

  • 📇 184 Pages
  • 📝 46,000 - 55,200 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 6 Hours Reading Time

9. A Private Investigation (2018)

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In Peter Grainger's gripping thriller, A Private Investigation, ex-police detective, DC Smith, finds himself embroiled in a complex case, pushing him to his limits as he unearths dark secrets and uncovers the truth that could shatter lives and reputations.

  • 📇 248 Pages
  • 📝 62,000 - 74,400 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 8 Hours Reading Time

10. One Way Tickets (2018)

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In "One Way Tickets," Peter Grainger crafts an exhilarating crime thriller, where a reluctant detective, DC Smith, seeks the truth behind a string of murders that connect old cases. Through cunning storytelling, Grainger takes readers on a thrilling ride filled with suspense and unexpected twists.

  • 📇 221 Pages
  • 📝 55,250 - 66,300 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 7 Hours Reading Time

11. Songbird (2019)

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In Songbird, Peter Grainger weaves a compelling tale of haunting melodies and hidden truths as detective Sergeant Chris Waters navigates a chilling murder investigation that intertwines the worlds of classical music and its passionate devotees.

  • 📇 370 Pages
  • 📝 92,500 - 111,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

12. On Eden Street (2020)

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On Eden Street is a thought-provoking and captivating novel by Peter Grainger. Set in a small English village, this atmospheric tale delves into the secrets, mysteries, and complexities of a community haunted by its past.

  • 📇 238 Pages
  • 📝 59,500 - 71,400 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 8 Hours Reading Time

13. Roxanne (2020)

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Peter Grainger delivers a gripping psychological thriller, "Roxanne." With skillful storytelling and expertly crafted characters, this chilling novel explores the depths of obsession, deceit, and the secrets that lie behind closed doors. Prepare to be captivated till the very last page.

  • 📇 233 Pages
  • 📝 58,250 - 69,900 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 8 Hours Reading Time

14. The Truth (2021)

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In Peter Grainger's mesmerizing novel, "The Truth," detective Joseph Tremaine digs deep into a decades-old murder case, uncovering a web of secrets, deceit, and unexpected connections that challenge his own sense of truth and justice. A gripping page-turner that will leave readers questioning the nature of truth itself.

  • 📇 192 Pages
  • 📝 48,000 - 57,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 6 Hours Reading Time

15. Missing Pieces (2021)

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"Missing Pieces" by Peter Grainger is a thrilling detective novel that follows DCI David Stone as he investigates a baffling cold case, uncovering dark secrets and hidden connections that intersect with his own troubled past. A gripping page-turner filled with surprising twists and a flawed yet captivating protagonist.

  • 📇 282 Pages
  • 📝 70,500 - 84,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 9 Hours Reading Time

16. Arcadia (2022)

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Arcadia, a captivating novel by Peter Grainger, takes readers on a journey to a secluded coastal town shrouded in secrets. With razor-sharp prose and intricate characters, Grainger weaves a masterful tale of mystery, redemption, and the untangling of a forgotten past.

  • 📇 270 Pages
  • 📝 67,500 - 81,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 9 Hours Reading Time

17. The Camera Man (2023)

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In "The Camera Man" by Peter Grainger, follow the gripping story of a journalist turned detective as he uncovers a web of secrets and corruption, capturing the essence of noir fiction through vivid storytelling and atmospheric scenes.

  • 📇 347 Pages
  • 📝 86,750 - 104,100 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

18. Another Girl (2023)

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In "Another Girl," Peter Grainger sends DC Smith into a new installment that has to be read after the earlier books. What starts as a favor becomes a hunt, and walking away stops being a real choice.

  • 📇 268 Pages
  • 📝 67,000 - 80,400 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 9 Hours Reading Time

19. The Late Lord Thorpe (2024)

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In "The Late Lord Thorpe," Peter Grainger sends DC Smith into a new installment that has to be read after the earlier books. Old loyalties get tested, and the last chapters change who can be trusted.

  • 📇 455 Pages
  • 📝 113,750 - 136,500 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 15 Hours Reading Time

20. Some Sort of Justice (2026)

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In "Some Sort of Justice," Peter Grainger sends DC Smith into a new installment that has to be read after the earlier books. Friends, suspects, and unfinished business collide before the case will close.

  • 📇 448 Pages
  • 📝 112,000 - 134,400 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 15 Hours Reading Time