Bow Street Rivals books in order

The Bow Street Rivals series by Edward Marston follows two competing detectives from the Bow Street Runners solving murders in Regency-era London.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Shadow of the Hangman 2015 Edward Marston Buy
2 Steps to the Gallows 2017 Edward Marston Buy
3 Date with the Executioner 2017 Edward Marston Buy
4 Fugitive from the Grave 2018 Edward Marston Buy
5 Rage of the Assassin 2021 Edward Marston Buy

The Bow Street Rivals series is set in Regency-era London and features twin brothers Peter and Paul Skillen, who both work as Bow Street Runners, the precursors to London’s modern police force. The brothers have a competitive relationship but share a talent for investigation.

Five books were published between 2015 and 2021, starting with Shadow of the Hangman. Marston uses the early policing system and the colorful streets of Regency London as the backdrop for mysteries that often involve the gallows, the criminal underworld, and the political tensions of the era.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Bow Street Rivals series?

There are five books in the Bow Street Rivals series, published between 2015 and 2021.

What is the first book in the Bow Street Rivals series?

The first book in the Bow Street Rivals series is Shadow of the Hangman, published in 2015.

What is the Bow Street Rivals series about?

Peter and Paul Skillen are twin brothers who work as rival Bow Street Runners, London’s early detective force, in the Regency period. Despite their competition, they often end up working the same cases from different angles.

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