Books in Order: Excavating the Written World of Tana French
Immerse yourself in the fascinating journey of the illustrious American-Irish author, Tana French. Famous for her mystery novels, Tana also boasts an accomplished acting career spanning theatre, film, and voiceover work. Enjoy as we navigate through the corners of her life, creative writing style, and – of course – her books in order.
A Brief Introduction to Tana French
Hailing from Vermont, French grew up in Ireland, Italy, the United States and Malawi due to her father’s job as an economist in developing countries. Throughout her life, French developed a distinct and thrilling style of writing that earned her accolades both as an actress and a renowned novelist of mystery novels.
Tana French leaped into the literary world with her debut book, “In the Woods”, in 2007. This first dive bagged her coveted awards including the prestigious Edgar, Anthony, Macavity, and Barry Awards for her stunningly original debut novel.
Exploring Tana French’s Unique Writing Style and Books in order
What sets French apart is her compelling approach to storytelling. Every novel she pens features a different protagonist, a testament to her ability to create complex, deeply human characters. Her profound understanding of human nature and the mystery genre cements her as a unique voice in literature.
Ready to delve into the world she weaves? Here’s a list of Tana French’s books in order of when they were first published (and in chronological order):
Publication Order of Dublin Murder Squad Books
| In the Woods | (2007) |    |
| The Likeness | (2008) | |
| Faithful Place | (2010) | |
| Broken Harbour | (2012) | |
| The Secret Place | (2014) | |
| The Trespasser / Intrusion | (2016) | |