Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
Murder Most Historical |
2015 |
Ashley Gardner |
Buy |
| 2 |
Past Crimes |
2017 |
Ashley Gardner |
Buy |
Ashley Gardner’s short story collections bring together her historical mystery short fiction in two volumes. Murder Most Historical (2015) and Past Crimes (2017) cover a range of historical settings and time periods, giving readers a broader look at Gardner’s interests beyond Regency England and ancient Rome.
Both collections are good for readers who want to sample Gardner’s mystery writing in short form. They work as introductions to her style or as companion reading between entries in her longer series.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Ashley Gardner Short Story Collections series?
There are two books in the Ashley Gardner Short Story Collections series, published between 2015 and 2017.
What is the first book in the Ashley Gardner Short Story Collections series?
The first book in the Ashley Gardner Short Story Collections series is Murder Most Historical, published in 2015.
Are the stories in these collections connected to the Captain Lacey series?
The collections contain a mix of short stories set in various historical periods. Some stories may feature characters or settings familiar to Captain Lacey readers, but the collections can be enjoyed independently.