Books in order: The Remarkable Dorothy L. Sayers
Dorothy L. Sayers (1893-1957) dazzled the literary world with her exceptional writing across multiple genres, not limited to her esteemed mystery novels, plays, poetry, essays, translations and Christian apologetics. A significant figure in the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, Sayers’ captivating tales of crime fascinated an audience worldwide.
Insights into Her Unique Writing Style
What sets Sayers apart is her infamous character, Peter Wimsey, an aristocratic amateur sleuth. Her intriguing blend of mystery and wit forged a new path in the genre of detective fiction. Truly, Sayers’ influence can be recognized in the works of several illustrious authors, including Stieg Larsson and Diana Gabaldon.
Dorothy L. Sayers set the stage for her illustrious career as a novelist in 1923 with the debut of “Whose Body?”, marking the inception of the profoundly engaging Peter Wimsey series. Following her debut, Sayers continued to awe readers with her intelligent and delectable narratives.
Dorothy L. Sayers’ Books: A Timely Progression
Below is a comprehensive list of Dorothy L. Sayers’ books in order of when they were originally released, inviting fans to embark on a chronological journey through her esteemed literary career.
Publication Order of Lord Peter Wimsey Books
| Whose Body? | (1923) |    |
| Clouds of Witness | (1926) | |
| Unnatural Death | (1927) | |
| Lord Peter Views the Body | (1928) | |
| The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club | (1928) | |
| Strong Poison | (1930) | |
| Five Red Herrings | (1931) | |
| Have His Carcase | (1932) | |
| Hangman’s Holiday | (1933) | |
| Murder Must Advertise | (1933) | |
| The Nine Tailors | (1934) | |
| Gaudy Night | (1935) | |
| Busman’s Honeymoon | (1937) | |
| In the Teeth of the Evidence | (1939) | |
| Striding Folly | (1973) | |