Julia Chapman books

Julia Chapman is the pen name of a British author who writes cozy mysteries set in the Yorkshire Dales, best known for the long-running Dales Detective series. Her books blend small-town charm with genuine mystery plotting.

Anthologies

Title Published Buy on Amazon
Cozy Case Files Volume 4 2018 Buy

The Dales Detective Reading Order

Title Published Buy on Amazon
Date with Death 2017 Buy
Rendezvous mit Todesfolge: die Dales Detective Agentur : Kriminalroman 2017 N/A
Date with Malice 2017 Buy
Date with Mystery 2018 Buy
Date with Poison 2019 Buy
Date with Danger 2019 Buy
Date with Deceit 2021 Buy
Date with Betrayal 2022 Buy
Date with Evil 2023 Buy
Date with Justice 2024 Buy
Date with Destiny 2025 Buy

Julia Chapman grew up in Australia before settling in France, and she writes under a pen name. The Yorkshire Dales setting gives her books a strong sense of place, and the fictional town of Bruncliffe feels lived-in rather than just a backdrop.

The Dales Detective series follows Samson O’Brien, a former undercover police officer who returns to his hometown, and Delilah Metcalfe, who runs a dating agency out of the same building. Their working relationship and slow-burn dynamic keep readers coming back as much as the mysteries do.


Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Julia Chapman written?

Julia Chapman has written twelve books across two series.

What was Julia Chapman's first book?

Julia Chapman’s first book is Date with Death, published in 2017.

Is the Dales Detective series finished?

As of 2025, the series has 11 books and is still ongoing, with new entries continuing to be published.

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