Mark Burnell books

Mark Burnell is a British thriller writer best known for the Stephanie Patrick series, which was adapted into the 2020 film The Rhythm Section.

Standalone Novels

Title Published Buy on Amazon
Freak 1994 Buy
Glittering Savages 1995 Buy

Stephanie Patrick Reading Order

Title Published Buy on Amazon
The Rhythm Section 1999 Buy
Chameleon 2001 Buy
Gemini 2003 Buy
The Third Woman 2005 Buy

Mark Burnell is a British author whose most recognized work is the Stephanie Patrick series, a four-book spy thriller saga published between 1999 and 2005. The first novel, The Rhythm Section, was adapted into a 2020 film starring Blake Lively. Before the Stephanie Patrick books, Burnell published two standalone novels, Freak (1994) and Glittering Savages (1995).

The Stephanie Patrick series follows a woman who reinvents herself as an assassin after a personal tragedy. The books blend espionage, action, and character study across four installments. Burnell writes taut, fast-paced thrillers with complex protagonists.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Mark Burnell written?

Mark Burnell has written six books across two series.

What was Mark Burnell's first book?

Mark Burnell’s first book is Freak, published in 1994.

Was The Rhythm Section made into a movie?

Yes. The Rhythm Section (1999) was adapted into a 2020 film starring Blake Lively and Jude Law, directed by Reed Morano.

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