Elizabeth George
Biography
Elizabeth George is an acclaimed American author best known for her popular Inspector Lynley series. Born in Ohio, she is a graduate of the University of California, where she studied English and Education. George's writing career began with her debut novel, "A Great Deliverance," which introduced readers to her beloved characters, Inspector Thomas Lynley and Detective Sergeant Barbara Havers. Over the course of the series, George has continued to captivate audiences with her intricate plots, compelling characters, and keen insight into human nature. Her work has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated following of readers worldwide. In addition to her Inspector Lynley series, George is the author of several stand-alone novels and non-fiction works. She has received numerous awards for her writing, including the Anthony Award and the Agatha Award. George is known for her meticulous research and attention to detail, which brings her stories to life with authenticity and depth. With a career spanning over three decades, Elizabeth George remains a prolific and respected voice in the world of crime fiction.
Standalone Novels
Individual novels by Elizabeth George not part of a series
- A Great Deliverance
- A Moment on the Edge : 100 Years of Crime Stories by Women
- A Place of Hiding
- A Suitable Vengeance
- A Traitor to Memory
- A Wife After God's Own Heart
- A Woman After God's Own Heart
- A Woman's High Calling
- A Woman's Walk With God
- Asche zu Asche.
- Auf Ehre und Gewissen. .
- Auf Ehre und Gewissen. Roman.
- Bronze Bow
- Deception on His Mind
- Denn bitter ist der Tod.
- Denn keiner ist ohne Schuld.
- Denn sie betr�?¼gt man nicht.
- Enqu�?ªte dans le brouillard
- For the Sake of Elena
- Gott sch�?¼tze dieses Haus. . .
- Great Deliverance
- I, Richard
- Im Angesicht des Feindes.
- In Pursuit of the Proper Sinner
- In Pursuit of the Proper Sinner :
- In the Presence of the Enemy
- Keiner werfe den ersten Stein. Roman.
- Le Visage de l'ennemi
- Life Management for Busy Women: Living Out God's Plan With Passion and Purpose
- Loving God With All Your Mind
- Mein ist die Rache.
- Missing Joseph
- M�?©moire infid�?¨le
- Nie sollst du vergessen.
- Payment in Blood
- Playing for the Ashes
- Sign of the Beaver
- The Evidence Exposed
- The Lord Is My Shepherd
- The Remarkable Women of the Bible Growth: And Their Message for Your Life Today
- The Sign of the Beaver
- The Witch of Blackbird Pond
- Un Gout De Cendres
- Undank ist der V�?¤ter Lohn.
- Une patience d'ange
- Vergiss nie, da�?�? ich Dich liebe.
- Well-Schooled in Murder
- Write Away : One Novelist's Approach to Fiction and the Writing Life
Classic Series
The series that started it all
- A Great Deliverance
- Payment in Blood
- Well-Schooled in Murder
- A Suitable Vengeance
- For the Sake of Elena
- Missing Joseph
- Playing for the Ashes
- In the Presence of the Enemy
- Deception on His Mind
Recent Series
Latest works by the author
- In Pursuit of the Proper Sinner
- A Traitor to Memory
- The Burning Man
- With No One as Witness
- What Came Before He Shot Her
- Careless in Red
- This Body of Death
- A Banquet of Consequences
- The Punishment She Deserves
Reading Order
Complete reading order for Elizabeth George's books
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth George known for?
Elizabeth George is known for writing the Inspector Lynley series.
How many books are in the Inspector Lynley series?
There are currently 20 books in the Inspector Lynley series.
Is Elizabeth George an American author?
No, Elizabeth George is a British author.
Are the Inspector Lynley books standalone or do they need to be read in order?
While each book can be read as a standalone, there are character developments and relationships that are best understood by reading the series in order.
Have any of Elizabeth George's books been adapted into television or film?
Yes, the Inspector Lynley series has been adapted into a television series by the BBC.