Inspector Charlesworth books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Inspector Charlesworth series?"

"There are two books in the Inspector Charlesworth series, published between 1941 and 1979."

Q: "What is the first book in the Inspector Charlesworth series?"

"The first book in the Inspector Charlesworth series is Death in High Heels, published in 1941."

Q: "Do you need to read the Inspector Charlesworth books in order?"

"Reading the Inspector Charlesworth series in publication order starting with Death in High Heels (1941) is recommended, as characters and storylines develop across the two books."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Death in High Heels	1941	Christianna Brand	Buy
2	The Rose in Darkness	1979	Christianna Brand	Buy

Christianna Brand’s Inspector Charlesworth series has two books separated by a wide gap in time. Death in High Heels came out in 1941, and The Rose in Darkness followed nearly four decades later in 1979. That 38-year stretch between entries is unusual for a detective series and makes this a particularly compact set for readers interested in the character.

Both books feature Inspector Charlesworth, and starting with Death in High Heels is the recommended approach. The series is a quick read at just two volumes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Inspector Charlesworth series?

There are two books in the Inspector Charlesworth series, published between 1941 and 1979.

What is the first book in the Inspector Charlesworth series?

The first book in the Inspector Charlesworth series is Death in High Heels, published in 1941.

Do you need to read the Inspector Charlesworth books in order?

Reading the Inspector Charlesworth series in publication order starting with Death in High Heels (1941) is recommended, as characters and storylines develop across the two books.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order