Have you ever wondered about the guiding force behind some of the most captivating suspense novels of our time? Meet David Bell, a USA Today bestselling author, whose pieces have traversed beyond borders into several foreign languages. With an accolade like the Prix Polar International de Cognac in 2013 for the best international crime novel, David’s work has solidified its place in the literary world.
A Snapshot into David Bell’s Life and Career
Currently an Associate Professor of English at Western Kentucky University, David is also the director of the MFA program in creative writing. Born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, David now lives in Bowling Green, Kentucky, with his wife, acclaimed writer Molly McCaffrey.
David Bell’s Unique Narrative Style
David Bell is best recognized for his knack for suspense-filled narratives. His writing style is characterized by thrilling plot twists, complex characters, and a natural ability to maintain suspense throughout his stories, keeping his readers constantly hooked.
David Bell’s Books in Order
Bell made his literary debut with the gripping novel ‘The Condemned’ in 2008. Since then he has written several novels, all of which follow their own unique narrative while preserving Bell’s trademark suspense. Here, we present you David Bell’s books in order of their original release.
Each of these books showcases Bell’s unique ability to weave a yarn that holds its readers captive till the very end. His books in order provide an insightful peek into how his writing style evolves, making every new book a fresh expedition.
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
| The Condemned | (2008) |    |
| The Girl in the Woods | (2008) | |
| Cemetery Girl | (2011) | |
| The Hiding Place | (2012) | |
| Never Come Back / Gone for Good | (2013) | |
| The Forgotten Girl | (2014) | |
| Somebody I Used to Know | (2015) | |
| Since She Went Away | (2016) | |
| Bring Her Home | (2017) | |
| Somebody’s Daughter | (2018) | |
| Layover | (2019) | |
| The Request | (2020) | |
| Kill All Your Darlings | (2021) | |
| The Finalists | (2022) | |
| She’s Gone | (2022) | |
| Try Not to Breathe | (2023) | |