Margaret Yorke Books In Order

Patrick Grant Books In Publication Order

  1. Dead in the Morning (1970)
  2. Silent Witness (1972)
  3. Grave Matters (1973)
  4. Mortal Remains (1974)
  5. Cast for Death (1976)

Standalone Novels In Publication Order

  1. Summer Flight (1957)
  2. Pray, Love, Remember (1958)
  3. Christopher (1959)
  4. Act of Violence (1960)
  5. The China Doll (1961)
  6. Once a Stranger (1962)
  7. The Birthday (1963)
  8. Full Circle (1965)
  9. No Fury (1967)
  10. The Limbo Ladies (1969)
  11. No Medals for the Major (1974)
  12. The Small Hours of the Morning (1975)
  13. The Cost of Silence (1977)
  14. The Point of Murder aka The Come On (1978)
  15. Death on Account (1980)
  16. The Scent of Fear (1980)
  17. The Hand of Death (1981)
  18. Devil’s Work (1982)
  19. Find Me a Villain (1983)
  20. The Smooth Face of Evil (1984)
  21. Intimate Kill (1985)
  22. The Apricot Bed (1986)
  23. Safely to the Grave (1986)
  24. Evidence to Destroy (1987)
  25. Speak for the Dead (1988)
  26. Deceiving Mirror (1988)
  27. Crime in Question (1989)
  28. Admit to Murder (1990)
  29. A Small Deceit (1991)
  30. Criminal Damage (1993)
  31. Dangerous to Know (1993)
  32. Almost the Truth (1994)
  33. Serious Intent (1995)
  34. Pieces of Justice (1995)
  35. A Question of Belief (1996)
  36. False Pretences (1998)
  37. The Price of Guilt (1999)
  38. A Case to Answer (2000)
  39. Cause for Concern (2014)

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Margaret Yorke Books Overview

Summer Flight

The arrival of a fugitive from police justice brings dangers, sorrow, and pain for the inhabitants of Bramsbourne, particularly for the Trents and the local vicar, a disabled war veteran.

Pray, Love, Remember

A contemporary saga from the author of APRICOT BED following the fortunes of a young woman as she leaves her sheltered pre war childhood behind in pursuit of life and love. Originally published in 1958.

Act of Violence

A seemingly idyllic English village is shattered by the murderous rampage of two schoolboys, in this chilling tale by the internationally renowned author of ‘Almost the Truth’.

The Limbo Ladies

Originally published in 1969 and now reissued, a romantic supsense novel about a separated woman’s search for independence and social acceptance. From the author of MORTAL REMAINS.

No Medals for the Major

Major Johnson has served in the army faithfully and now, in retirement, he sets about village life in the same way. But beneath the surface of a quiet village, the paths of thieves and lovers, murderers and innocents, converge. No one is safe from the consequences, including the Major.

The Small Hours of the Morning

Lorna couldn’t stop spying on Cecil Titmuss. His life was her idea of perfection a loving family and spouse, and respect in the community. But when she finds out Mrs Titmuss’s secret which threatens Cecil’s security Lorna must do something to save the family. How far will she go?

The Smooth Face of Evil

After a day paddling about on the waters of the old gravel pit, two boys pull into the side to eat and spot the pale white hand of a dead man. Terry Brett, a personable con man who has ‘befriended’ Alice Armitage an elderly and lonely widow finds himself accused of a murder he did not commit.

Evidence to Destroy

On the evening that Lydia Cunningham drives to the train station to meet her daughter Thelma, the pretty little coastal town of Milton St Gabriel is sleeping quietly. But Thelma’s arrival will shatter the peace forever. She brings with her Edward, a young pick up with a penchant for arson.

Admit to Murder

When Louise Vaughan disappears on her way home from choir practice in the village of Feringham, her parents and their dear friend Norah are devastated. No trace of her is ever found. But twelve years later Detective Marsh rekindles the investigation and discovers that the family, including a spiteful and violent adopted brother, have something to hide…

Criminal Damage

Murder is in the air in the seemingly peaceful village of Middle Bardolph, and prim and proper grey haired widow Mrs. Newton is in the middle of the action. PW.

Dangerous to Know

The best selling author of Everything to Gain tells a story of family loyalty and betrayal, featuring a journalist who tries to discover the truth about her murdered ex husband, a wealthy philanthropist.

Almost the Truth

The rape of his daughter leads to the breakup of a middle class man’s family, leading him to plot a shocking revenge when the perpetrator is set free after a brief incarceration. AB. K.

Serious Intent

The affairs of two troubled families in a commuter village become entwined when Richard Garnett is drawn into an unlikely friendship with his elderly neighbour, Marigold Crispin. He’s on hand when her house is burgled, but not when an intruder with more Serious Intentions gains access to the house.

Pieces of Justice

A collection of twenty three short murder mysteries includes the stories of a school reunion turned sinister, a meddling mother who meets her downfall, and an amateur sleuth’s fateful Aegean cruise.

A Question of Belief

MysteryLarge Print EditionA sweet tempered man, Philip Winter never suspects that a nicely dressed woman would come into the department store where he works, make a pass at him, then accuse him of rape when he turns down her advances. Though hes been acquitted, hes lost his job and his wifes trust. Whats left for him to do but fake his own death? And as Philip drifts into non entity, he falls in with some people whose worlds are about to be shaken in explosive ways…

False Pretences

Although she hadn’t seen her god daughter for several years, Isabel feels duty bound to help when Emily gets into trouble and takes her under her wing. To her surprise Emily is determined not to be a sponger and gets herself a job as nanny. Emily discovers her charge is illegitimate, the offspring of the naive daughter of a well to do couple and a ne’er do well conman who disappeared before the baby was born. Now, unknown to Emily, he is back and determined to exploit his status as parent in return for some cash, and she is violently caught up in his botched attempts at blackmail. Desperately trying to protect her charge from physical and psychological harm, Emily also tries to shield Isabel from becoming entangled in the drama. Then events beyond her control force her to act instinctively but with horrendous effect as her own and other lives are put at risk. Once again Margaret Yorke uses the effect of extraordinary events on every day lives to gripping effect in a tense and chilling novel of suspense.

The Price of Guilt

Louise Widdows has been trapped inside an unhappy marriage for decades, struggling to find the strength to leave. Then, seriously injured in a hit and run accident, Louise returns home from a long stay in the hospital to find her husband suddenly, and mysteriously, disappeared. So, late into middle age, Louise finds herself suddenly free to begin her life over and to acknowledge the secret that has been haunting her for years: her son, born out of wedlock and given up at birth. But Louise’s husband, Colin, has some secrets of his own, and she hasn’t seen the end of him yet.

A Case to Answer

The day Jerry Hunt meets Charlotte Frost is the day he decides to abandon his rebellious, criminal ways. Despite the fact that Jerry’s been to prison and has vowed never to return, he continues to run a successful scam with his friend Pete in which Jerry sweet talks a homeowner at the front door, while Pete breaks in at the back. But the day Jerry enters Charlotte’s house, he sees something in her smile that makes him determined to stay clean. In many ways, Charlotte, too, would like to leave her past behind and start over. Widowed after two years of marriage to Rupert, she is faced with the distrust and suspicions of her departed husband’s family. But when Rupert’s troubled granddaughter, Imogen, needs a place to stay, Charlotte agrees to take her in. Jerry soon befriends Imogen, and with her help he persuades Charlotte to let him renovate her garden. As their lives become more and more entangled, lies and deceits from both their pasts begin to surface, and on a night none of them will ever forget, Charlotte disappears. A novel of subtle suspense and creeping tension, A Case to Answer is effortlessly crafted crime fiction, in which human weakness and vulnerability lead to secrets, lies and tragedy.

Cause for Concern

When Martin Trent calls home to announce his return from an assignment as a tour guide in Venice, his mother, Susan, is filled with fear a fear based on what has happened before, and her dread of further violence. She meets Martin, as instructed, at Rotherston station, but on the way to their house in Bishop St. Leon, Martin demands to be dropped at the local pub. Leaving after closing time, he is furious to discover that Susan is not outside, waiting for him in the car, and when he gets home he makes his anger clear. Why does Susan put up with this treatment? She never mentions it, though neighbors suspect what is going on. Susan covers her bruises with make up and pretends that nothing is wrong for, despite everything, she loves Martin. Then Adam Wilson rents a room in the village. He is vague about his background, describing himself as a researcher. He knows where the Trents live, and as he becomes acquainted with various local residents, he is able to acquire information about them without revealing his interest. He meets Amy, who works in the same office as Susan. Roger, one of Adam’s housemates, is a police officer, and he becomes anxious about Susan’s safety. Before anyone moves to protect her, the horrific truth about the relationship between Susan and Martin is exposed…

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