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Tom Thorne Books In Order (Full List)

Tom Thorne is a series of 19 books by Mark Billingham. The first book published in the series is Sleepyhead in 2001. Here is a complete list of Tom Thorne books in order.

Last update: January 11, 2024

1. Sleepyhead (2001)

Mark Billingham's gripping thriller, Sleepyhead, follows detective Tom Thorne as he races against time to catch a sadistic killer who leaves his victims paralyzed but fully conscious. A heart-pounding page-turner that will keep you guessing until the very end.

  • 📇 432 Pages
  • 📝 108,000 - 129,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time

2. Scaredy Cat (2001)

In Mark Billingham's gripping crime thriller, "Scaredy Cat," Detective Inspector Tom Thorne faces a sadistic serial killer who terrorizes London, leaving a trail of grisly murders. With a chilling pace and relentless suspense, Thorne races against time to stop the bloodshed.

  • 📇 460 Pages
  • 📝 115,000 - 138,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 15 Hours Reading Time

3. Lazybones (2003)

In "Lazybones" by Mark Billingham, Detective Inspector Tom Thorne finds himself on the hunt for a sadistic serial killer whose chilling methods force him to confront his own darkest fears. A gripping thriller that will keep readers on edge until the very last page.

  • 📇 436 Pages
  • 📝 109,000 - 130,800 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 15 Hours Reading Time

4. The Burning Girl (2004)

In "The Burning Girl" by Mark Billingham, DI Tom Thorne investigates a sinister arson case that leads him down a dark path, where secrets and betrayal lurk in the shadows, threatening to consume everything he holds dear.

  • 📇 440 Pages
  • 📝 110,000 - 132,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 15 Hours Reading Time

5. Lifeless (2005)

In Mark Billingham's gripping thriller "Lifeless," DI Tom Thorne dives into a mystery involving shocking murders and a peculiar connection among the victims. A thrilling exploration of human obsession and the dark depths of London's hidden secrets.

  • 📇 480 Pages
  • 📝 120,000 - 144,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 16 Hours Reading Time

6. Buried (2006)

In "Buried" by Mark Billingham, detective Tom Thorne finds himself embroiled in a case involving a serial killer with a taste for sadistic games. As the body count rises, Thorne must confront his own demons to bring justice to the victims.

  • 📇 505 Pages
  • 📝 126,250 - 151,500 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 17 Hours Reading Time

7. Death Message (2007)

"Death Message" by Mark Billingham is the gripping ninth installment in the acclaimed Tom Thorne series. Thorne investigates a shocking case where a killer is leaving sinister messages on the bodies of his victims, escalating the tension with every murder.

  • 📇 458 Pages
  • 📝 114,500 - 137,400 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 15 Hours Reading Time

8. Bloodline (2009)

In Mark Billingham's gripping thriller, "Bloodline," DI Tom Thorne finds himself on a relentless quest to uncover the dark secrets and decaying family ties that lurk behind a shocking murder case. With each twisted revelation, the boundaries between justice and retribution blur in this chilling exploration of the ties that bind.

  • 📇 345 Pages
  • 📝 86,250 - 103,500 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

9. From The Dead (2010)

From The Dead is a gripping and chilling thriller from bestselling author Mark Billingham. Detective Tom Thorne races against time to uncover the truth behind a series of brutal killings, while battling his own personal demons. A heart-stopping read that will keep you hooked until the very last page.

  • 📇 368 Pages
  • 📝 92,000 - 110,400 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

10. Good As Dead (2011)

In "Good As Dead" by Mark Billingham, DI Tom Thorne's past comes back to haunt him when a troubled young woman he once helped encounters a new danger they must face together. Prepare for an intense and gripping ride through a dark and twisted investigation.

  • 📇 392 Pages
  • 📝 98,000 - 117,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time

11. Thorne At Christmas (2013)

Thorne At Christmas by Mark Billingham is a chilling and gripping crime novel that follows detective Tom Thorne as he unravels a twisted murder case amidst the holiday season, blending suspense and holiday spirit with a relentless pursuit of justice.

  • 📇 47 Pages
  • 📝 11,750 - 14,100 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 2 Hours Reading Time

12. The Dying Hours (2013)

In Mark Billingham's gripping thriller, "The Dying Hours," DI Tom Thorne is plunged into a race against time when he investigates a series of brutal killings in London, leading him to a deadly confrontation that will push him to his limits.

  • 📇 390 Pages
  • 📝 97,500 - 117,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time

13. The Bones Beneath (2014)

In Mark Billingham's bone-chilling thriller, "The Bones Beneath," Detective Tom Thorne is thrust into a sinister game by a twisted killer, forcing him to confront his darkest fears in a race to save innocent lives. A haunting and gripping page-turner that will leave readers breathless.

  • 📇 400 Pages
  • 📝 100,000 - 120,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time

14. Time Of Death (2015)

In "Time Of Death", Mark Billingham delivers a gripping thriller featuring DI Tom Thorne, as he battles against the clock to catch a sadistic killer who leaves a trail of shocking crimes in their wake. Suspenseful and intensely atmospheric, it will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the final page.

  • 📇 436 Pages
  • 📝 109,000 - 130,800 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 15 Hours Reading Time

15. Love Like Blood (2017)

"Love Like Blood" by Mark Billingham is a gripping thriller that delves into the dark world of honour killings and vigilante justice. Detective Tom Thorne races against time to prevent further bloodshed while confronting demons from his past.

  • 📇 432 Pages
  • 📝 108,000 - 129,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time

16. Killing Habit (2018)

In Mark Billingham's gripping page-turner, Killing Habit, DI Tom Thorne races against time to track down a twisted killer who preys on unsuspecting victims with a chillingly familiar modus operandi. As the body count rises, Thorne's own demons threaten to overshadow his pursuit of justice.

  • 📇 432 Pages
  • 📝 108,000 - 129,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time

17. Their Little Secret (2019)

In "Their Little Secret" by Mark Billingham, DI Tom Thorne is thrust into a chilling investigation when he uncovers the dark secrets hidden beneath the surface of a seemingly ordinary couple's life. A game of cat and mouse with devastating consequences.

  • 📇 386 Pages
  • 📝 96,500 - 115,800 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time

18. Cry Baby (2020)

In "Cry Baby," bestselling author Mark Billingham delivers a gripping and heart-pounding thriller that follows DI Tom Thorne as he races against time to solve a series of brutal crimes targeting lone mothers. Will he catch the sadistic killer before more lives are destroyed?

  • 📇 432 Pages
  • 📝 108,000 - 129,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time

19. The Murder Book (2022)

In "The Murder Book" by Mark Billingham, Detective Inspector Tom Thorne is confronted by an old case that may hold the key to stopping a sadistic killer. Gripping and intense, this crime thriller will leave readers on the edge of their seats.

  • 📇 416 Pages
  • 📝 104,000 - 124,800 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time