Fiona McIntosh Books in Order
Fiona McIntosh writes epic fantasy, historical adventure-romance, and crime thrillers. This page lists her books in order, with summaries and series backgrounds.
Last updated: July 20, 2026
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Fiona McIntosh books in publication order
42 books
Betrayal
by Fiona McIntosh
2001
Tor is a lowly scribe in a land where magic is punishable by death. When he unwittingly displays a forbidden power, he must flee his home. Guided by a prophecy, he discovers he is one of the Trinity, destined to stand against the dark god Orlac.
Revenge
by Fiona McIntosh
2002
Tor recovers in the sanctuary of the Heartwood, separated from the woman he loves, Alyssa. As the dark god Orlac grows stronger, Tor must master his abilities and find the missing stones of Ordolt. The Trinity must reunite before the enemy destroys everything they hold dear.
Myrren's Gift
by Fiona Mcintosh
2003
General Wyl Thirsk is forced to watch the torture of a woman accused of witchcraft. Her dying act is to gift him a curse: he will not die, but his spirit will inhabit the body of his killer. Wyl must navigate the cruelty of King Celimus while bearing this terrible burden.
Blood and Memory
by Fiona McIntosh
2004
Wyl Thirsk finds himself in a stranger's body, struggling to hold onto his identity. King Celimus continues his reign of terror, targeting Wyl's family and the woman Wyl loves. To save them, Wyl must master the Quickening and find a way to use his curse against the tyrant.
Bridge of Souls
by Fiona Mcintosh
2004
The final confrontation approaches as Wyl Thirsk races to stop the marriage of Queen Valentyna to the hated King Celimus. Trapped in a new guise, Wyl must risk everything to break the curse and end Celimus's rule once and for all.
Odalisque
by Fiona Mcintosh
2005
In the desert city of Percheron, the spur Lazar buys a young orphan named Ana for the Zar's harem. Ana's arrival disrupts the palace's delicate power balance. Unbeknownst to them, she is a pawn in a much larger game played by ancient gods.
Emissary
by Fiona McIntosh
2006
The Zar Boaz struggles to rule without his most trusted advisor, Lazar, who is believed dead. Ana faces the malice of the Zar's mother within the harem. Meanwhile, the demon Maliz tightens his grip, and the gods' war threatens to spill over into the mortal world.
Bye Bye Baby
by Lauren Crow & Fiona McIntosh
2007
DCI Jack Hawksworth investigates a series of bizarre suicides that don't add up. The trail leads him to a cold case involving a missing baby. Jack must unravel a tangled web of secrets to stop a killer who is hiding in plain sight.
Goddess
by Fiona McIntosh
2007
War looms over Percheron as the Galinsean fleet approaches. Lazar returns to find Ana captured by fanatics who believe she is the incarnate goddess. The final battle between the gods Lyana and Maliz will decide the fate of the city and its people.
Royal Exile
by Fiona McIntosh
2008
The barbarian warlord Loethar conquers the kingdom of Penraven, slaughtering the royal family to seize their magical bloodline. Leo, the young heir, is whisked away to safety. He must grow up in exile, hiding his identity until he is ready to reclaim his birthright.
Beautiful Death
by Fiona McIntosh
2009
A criminal mastermind is harvesting organs from healthy victims to sell to the highest bidder. DCI Jack Hawksworth faces one of his most gruesome cases yet. The investigation tests his limits as he races to save the next victim from a surgical death.
The Whisperer
by Fiona McIntosh
2009
Griff, a circus boy who can hear thoughts, and Lute, a prince on the run, form an unlikely alliance. They must evade the prince's murderous uncle and uncover the mystery of a voice calling for help. It is a journey of magic, friendship, and courage.
Tyrant's Blood
by Fiona McIntosh
2009
Loethar now rules Penraven, but his hold is tenuous without the full power of the Valisar Enchantment. Leo, living as a humble warrior, begins to gather allies. The time for rebellion is drawing near, but the cost of victory might be the very magic he seeks to protect.
Destiny
by Fiona McIntosh
2010
The final battle against Orlac has arrived. Tor and Alyssa must unite the Paladin and unlock the full power of the Trinity. As armies clash and secrets are revealed, the fate of the land hangs on their ability to trust one another.
Fields of Gold
by Fiona McIntosh
2010
In the 1920s, two men travel to India to seek their fortunes in the gold fields. Jack and Ned form a deep friendship, but a love triangle threatens to tear them apart. Their story spans from Cornwall to the vibrant heat of Bangalore.
King's Wrath
by Fiona McIntosh
2010
The ultimate confrontation between the rightful heir Leo and the tyrant Loethar unfolds. Alliances shift and the true nature of the Valisar Enchantment is revealed. Leo must decide what kind of king he wants to be if he reclaims his throne.
The Lavender Keeper
by Fiona McIntosh
2012
Luc Bonet, a lavender farmer in Provence, joins the French Resistance after the Nazis take his family. He meets Lisette Forestier, a British spy sent to aid the cause. Amidst the war, an intense love affair blossoms that will change their lives forever.
The Rumpelgeist
by Fiona McIntosh
2012
In this sequel to *The Whisperer*, children are disappearing from the capital of Drestonia. Princess Ellin and her friend Flynn must solve the mystery of the Rumpelgeist. Their quest leads them to a sorcerer and a battle to return the stolen children.
The Scrivener's Tale
by Fiona McIntosh
2012
Ex-psychologist Gabe Figaret meets a mysterious patient in Paris who claims to be from another world. He is pulled through a portal to the kingdom of Morgravia. There, he discovers he has a pivotal role to play in saving a queen from a demonic threat.
The French Promise
by Fiona McIntosh
2013
Post-war, Luc and Lisette attempt to build a new life in Tasmania. However, the shadows of their wartime past in France refuse to fade. A tragedy forces them to confront old enemies and unfinished business in this emotional conclusion to their story.
The Tailor's Girl
by Fiona McIntosh
2013
Eden Valentine, a talented seamstress, meets an amnesiac soldier named Jones in post-WWI London. As she helps him piece together his identity, they fall in love. But the truth of his past threatens to destroy the future they are building together.
Nightingale
by Fiona McIntosh
2014
Claire Nightingale, a British nurse, falls for an Australian soldier, Jamie, amidst the horror of Gallipoli. When he goes missing, she travels to Istanbul to find him. Her search leads her into the heart of a Turkish family and a complicated peace.
Tapestry
by Fiona McIntosh
2014
Jane Maxwell travels from 1978 to 1715 via a mysterious force at Uluru. She inhabits the body of a Countess and must rescue her husband from the Tower of London to save her fiancé in the present. It is a time-slip adventure of devotion and daring.
How to Write Your Blockbuster
by Fiona McIntosh
2015
Fiona McIntosh shares her practical advice and personal techniques for writing commercial fiction. She covers plotting, character development, and the discipline needed to finish a novel. It is a guide for aspiring authors who want to write a bestseller.
On the Scent of Perfume
by Fiona McIntosh
2015
This non-fiction companion explores the research behind *The Perfumer's Secret*. Fiona McIntosh takes readers on a journey through the perfume capital of Grasse. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at the history and art of perfume making that inspired the novel.
The Last Dance
by Fiona McIntosh
2015
Stella Myles, a governess in the 1930s, falls for her employer while on a cruise to Morocco. She becomes entangled in a dangerous web involving an incendiary document. Amidst the souks of Marrakesh, she must choose between safety and a passion worth dying for.
The Perfumer's Secret
by Fiona McIntosh
2015
In 1915 Grasse, Fleurette Delacroix is forced into a marriage to secure her family's perfume empire. However, she holds a secret regarding the true love of her life. A letter from the front lines changes everything, forcing her to choose between duty and her heart.
The Chocolate Tin
by Fiona McIntosh
2016
Alexandra Frobisher dreams of making chocolate in York, but society expects her to marry well. During WWI, a soldier finds a love note she hid in a tin sent to the front. Their connection sparks a journey of love and independence across the battlefields and chocolate factories.
The Tea Gardens
by Fiona McIntosh
2017
Dr. Isla Fenwick travels to India in the 1930s to work as a midwife before her arranged marriage. In the tea gardens of Darjeeling, she meets a man who challenges her plans. She must decide whether to return to a safe life in England or follow her passion.
The Pearl Thief
by Fiona McIntosh
2018
Severine Kassel, a museum curator in 1963 London, recognizes a string of Byzantine pearls stolen from her family by the Nazis. She embarks on a hunt for the war criminal responsible. The chase takes her to Paris and Prague, unearthing painful memories and secrets.
The Diamond Hunter
by Fiona McIntosh
2019
Clementine Knight is raised by her prospector father in the diamond fields of Africa. A discovery changes their fortunes but leads to a betrayal that separates her from her childhood friend. Years later in England, she must confront the past to find the truth.
The Champagne War
by Fiona McIntosh
2020
Sophie Delancré fights to save her champagne house during WWI while her husband is missing. She meets Charlie Nash, a British chemist, in the cellars of Reims. Amidst the bombardment, they forge a bond that is tested by loyalty, loss, and the war around them.
Mirror Man
by Fiona McIntosh
2021
DCI Jack Hawksworth hunts a vigilante serial killer who targets criminals escaping justice. The killer leaves no forensic trace, challenging Jack's skills. As the public begins to support the murderer, Jack must question the line between justice and vengeance.
The Spy’s Wife
by Fiona McIntosh
2021
Evie falls for a German man in pre-WWII England, only to discover he is a spy. To prove his innocence and gather intelligence, she travels to Munich as an undercover agent. She must navigate the Nazi elite in a dangerous game of deception.
The Orphans
by Fiona McIntosh
2022
Fleur, an aspiring female mortician, and Tom, a wool classer, meet as children in the Australian outback. Years later, their paths cross again in Adelaide amidst a murder investigation. They must rely on their childhood bond to survive the threats against them.
Dead Tide
by Fiona McIntosh
2023
Jack Hawksworth investigates a global medical conspiracy involving illicit organ harvesting. The trail leads him to South Australia and a crime syndicate preying on young tourists. It is a race against time to dismantle the network before more lives are lost.
The Sugar Palace
by Fiona McIntosh
2023
In 1920s Sydney, Grace Fairweather dreams of opening a sweet shop. She partners with Alfie, a charming Londoner with a criminal past. Together they build a 'Sugar Palace,' but Alfie's history threatens to bring their sweet dreams crashing down.
Foul Play
by Fiona McIntosh
2024
A high-profile extortion racket targets sports stars, drawing Jack Hawksworth into the world of professional athletes and their secrets. When a young footballer is murdered, the stakes rise. Jack must find the ringleader before the next star falls.
The Fallen Woman
by Fiona McIntosh
2024
Jane Saville is banished to the countryside by her mother to hide a family scandal. She meets Guy Attwood, a wealthy man hunting for a rare apple. Against the rigid rules of Edwardian society, they form a bond that challenges the shame thrust upon her.
Blood Pact
by Fiona McIntosh
2025
Jack Hawksworth is seconded to counter-terrorism to investigate a series of domestic poisonings. Needles in fruit and toxic mushrooms spark public terror. Jack must determine if this is a random maniac or a coordinated attack on the nation.
The Soldier's Daughter
by Fiona McIntosh
2025
Violet Nash, daughter of Charlie from *The Champagne War*, moves to Tasmania to distill whisky. When WWII breaks out, she and her father are drawn back to Europe. Violet must fight for her father's legacy in the vineyards of France and the distilleries of Scotland.
The Art Lovers
by Fiona McIntosh
2026
During the siege of Malta in World War II, young Valentina Camilleri meets British Spitfire pilot Peter Fox after his aircraft comes down near her home. Their connection, along with Valentina’s fascination with Caravaggio’s art, sustains ambitions and love through years of hardship and sacrifice.
Where to start with Fiona McIntosh
For historical romance: The Lavender Keeper → The French Promise.
For epic fantasy: Myrren's Gift (The Quickening) or Betrayal (Trinity).
For crime thrillers: Bye Bye Baby (DCI Jack Hawksworth).
Fiona McIntosh sub-series and character series
DCI Jack Hawksworth books in order
Explore this series
Bye Bye Baby
by Lauren Crow & Fiona McIntosh
2007DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 1
Beautiful Death
by Fiona McIntosh
2009DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 2
Mirror Man
by Fiona McIntosh
2021DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 3
Dead Tide
by Fiona McIntosh
2023DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 4
Foul Play
by Fiona McIntosh
2024DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 5
Blood Pact
by Fiona McIntosh
2025DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 6
DCI Jack Hawksworth books in chronological order

Bye Bye Baby
by Lauren Crow & Fiona McIntosh
2007DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 1
Beautiful Death
by Fiona McIntosh
2009DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 2
Mirror Man
by Fiona McIntosh
2021DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 3
Dead Tide
by Fiona McIntosh
2023DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 4
Foul Play
by Fiona McIntosh
2024DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 5
Blood Pact
by Fiona McIntosh
2025DCI Jack Hawksworth, Book 6
Luc & Lisette books in order
Explore this seriesPercheron books in order
Explore this seriesThe Quickening books in order
Explore this seriesTrinity books in order
Explore this seriesValisar Trilogy books in order
Explore this seriesWhisperer books in order
Explore this seriesFiona McIntosh collections, short stories, and related book types
Standalone Fiona McIntosh books

Fields of Gold
by Fiona McIntosh
2010
The Scrivener's Tale
by Fiona McIntosh
2012
The Tailor's Girl
by Fiona McIntosh
2013
Nightingale
by Fiona McIntosh
2014
Tapestry
by Fiona McIntosh
2014
The Last Dance
by Fiona McIntosh
2015
The Perfumer's Secret
by Fiona McIntosh
2015
The Chocolate Tin
by Fiona McIntosh
2016
The Tea Gardens
by Fiona McIntosh
2017
The Pearl Thief
by Fiona McIntosh
2018
The Diamond Hunter
by Fiona McIntosh
2019
The Champagne War
by Fiona McIntosh
2020
The Spy’s Wife
by Fiona McIntosh
2021
The Orphans
by Fiona McIntosh
2022
The Sugar Palace
by Fiona McIntosh
2023
The Fallen Woman
by Fiona McIntosh
2024
The Soldier's Daughter
by Fiona McIntosh
2025
The Art Lovers
by Fiona McIntosh
2026
Author bio
Fiona McIntosh is the kind of author who refuses to be put in a box. In the publishing world, it is common for writers to pick a genre and stick to it, perfecting one specific style over a lifetime. Fiona, however, has built an internationally bestselling career by doing exactly the opposite. She is a storyteller who seems just as comfortable crafting high fantasy epics as she is writing gritty crime thrillers or sweeping historical romances.
Her journey to becoming a writer was just as varied as her book list. Born in Brighton, England, she didn’t spend her whole childhood in one place. Her early years were spent in West Africa, offering her a view of the world that was vastly different from the English coast. She eventually returned to the UK for her schooling, but the travel bug had clearly taken hold.
By the time she was nineteen, she was on the move again. She traveled first to Paris and later made her way to Australia. This wasn't just a short trip; Australia became her permanent home. It was here that she settled down and embarked on her first major career path. Together with her husband, she co-founded a travel magazine. They ran the publication for fifteen years, a period that likely sharpened her eye for detail and gave her a deep appreciation for different cultures and landscapes.
Eventually, a career shift led her away from the factual world of travel journalism and into the boundless realm of fiction. She didn't just dip her toe in; she dove into the deep end with fantasy. She quickly made a name for herself with the Trinity trilogy, a series that introduced readers to her bold style.
Fans of her fantasy works, which also include The Quickening and the Percheron series, often talk about her "ruthless" plotting. She isn’t afraid to put her complex characters through the wringer, and readers love her for it.
But she didn’t stop at magic and medieval worlds. Fiona later expanded into historical fiction, a move that brought her a massive new wave of followers. Novels like The Lavender Keeper and The Pearl Thief are beloved for their emotional depth and meticulous research. These stories often take place during periods of great turmoil and feature vivid international settings, grounding the drama in real-world history.
Just to keep things interesting, she also writes contemporary crime. Her DCI Jack Hawksworth series is a police procedural set in London, showcasing yet another side of her writing talent. Whether she is writing about ancient sorcery, 20th-century espionage, or modern detective work, her books share a common DNA. They are celebrated for their fast pace, high stakes, and a vivid sense of place that makes you feel like you are right there with the characters.
Today, Fiona lives in South Australia. She splits her time between the quiet focus of writing and the adventure of researching her next global setting. For a writer who has lived in so many places and written across so many genres, it seems the next great story is always just around the corner.
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