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Inspector Hazelrigg Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Inspector Hazelrigg books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: April 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Inspector Hazelrigg series? Start with "Close Quarters" (1947) and follow publication order through all 6 books.
The complete Inspector Hazelrigg reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
Close Quarters
1947
They Never Looked Inside / He Didn't Mind Danger
1947
The Doors Open
1949
Smallbone Deceased
1950
Death Has Deep Roots
1951
Fear to Tread
1953
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