Books in Order: A Comprehensive Guide to Margaret Frazer’s Works

Books in Order: The Literary Journey of Margaret Frazer

Margaret Frazer, a pseudonym for the esteemed American author Gail Frazer (1946-2013), left her indelible mark on historical fiction. Famous for her intriguing and meticulously penned ‘Sister Frevisse’ and ‘Joliffe the Player’ mysteries, Frazer’s intricate plots have captivated readers for decades. Her literary journey began in 1992, despite simultaneously battling breast cancer, a battle she bravely fought for over twenty years. Her spirit remained unbroken, evident in her focus and dedication to her craft, leading to the publication of her 25th novel merely months before her untimely demise.

Diving into Frazer’s Unique Writing Style

Frazer was a master story weaver, merging historical accuracies with complex, multifaceted mystery narratives. She had an extraordinary talent for creating well-rounded characters, set against the backdrop of various historical periods, which made her books quite compelling.

Margaret Frazer’s Books in Order: A Glimpse into Her Literary Voyage

It all started in the summer of 1992, with the publication of her debut novel ‘The Novice’s Tale’. This debut novel, which was co-authored with Mary Monica Pulver, signaled the beginning of a prolific writing career. From there, Margaret Frazer set out on an extensive literary journey, penning numerous best-selling novels. Here’s a look at Margaret’s books in order of when they were originally published:

Publication Order of Sister Frevisse Books

(with Mary Monica Pulver)

The Novice’s Tale (With: Mary Monica Pulver)	(1992)
The Servant’s Tale (With: Mary Monica Pulver)	(1993)
The Outlaw’s Tale (With: Mary Monica Pulver)	(1994)
The Bishop’s Tale (With: Mary Monica Pulver)	(1994)
The Boy’s Tale (With: Mary Monica Pulver)	(1995)
The Murderer’s Tale (With: Mary Monica Pulver)	(1996)
The Prioress’ Tale	(1997)
The Maiden’s Tale	(1998)
The Reeve’s Tale	(1999)
The Squire’s Tale	(2000)
The Clerk’s Tale	(2002)
The Bastard’s Tale	(2003)
The Hunter’s Tale	(2004)
The Widow’s Tale	(2005)
The Sempster’s Tale	(2006)
The Traitor’s Tale	(2007)
The Apostate’s Tale	(2007)
Note: The first six Sister Frevisse books were written with Mary Monica Pulver together under the “Margaret Frazer” pen name.