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Matt Brolly Books in Order
Matt Brolly is a bestselling crime novelist and children's author. As a former law student and graduate of Glasgow University's Master's program in Creative Writing, he developed a passion for crafting intricate, thought-provoking stories. His DCI Lambert crime series, which includes Dead Eyed, Dead Lucky, and Dead Embers, has captivated readers worldwide. The series continues with Dead Time, released by Canelo in 2018, followed by the acclaimed near-future crime novel, Zero. Brolly's versatility as an author is further showcased in his children's books, written as M.J. Brolly, with titles such as The Sleeping Bug. Upcoming releases include The Controller and the first installment of a new crime series set in the West Country, expanding his literary repertoire.
Bibliography verified: April 2026
Quick Answer
What are all of Matt Brolly's book series? Matt Brolly has written 6 book series. The most notable is the DCI Michael Lambert series.
Complete series list with all books in reading order below.
Book Series by Matt Brolly
- #1
Dead Eyed(2015) - #2
Dead Lucky(2016) - #3
Dead Embers(2017) - #4
Dead Time(2018) - #5
Dead Water(2019) - #6
Dead End(2025)
- #1
The Crossing(2020) - #2
The Descent(2020) - #3
The Gorge(2021) - #4
The Mark(2021) - #5
The Pier(2022) - #6
The Bridge(2023) - #7
The Solstice(2024)
- #1
The Lines(2025) - #2
The Replacement(2026) - #3
Broken Circle(2026)
- #1
The Controller(2019) - #2
The Railroad(2023)
- #1
The Sleeping Bug (As:)(2018) - #2
The Running Girls(2023) - #3
The Alliance(2024)
About Matt Brolly
Matt Brolly is a bestselling crime novelist and children's author. As a former law student and graduate of Glasgow University's Master's program in Creative Writing, he developed a passion for crafting intricate, thought-provoking stories. His DCI Lambert crime series, which includes Dead Eyed, Dead Lucky, and Dead Embers, has captivated readers worldwide. The series continues with Dead Time, released by Canelo in 2018, followed by the acclaimed near-future crime novel, Zero. Brolly's versatility as an author is further showcased in his children's books, written as M.J. Brolly, with titles such as The Sleeping Bug. Upcoming releases include The Controller and the first installment of a new crime series set in the West Country, expanding his literary repertoire.
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