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Colin Dexter

29 September 1930 – 21 March 2017

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British author best known for the Inspector Morse mystery novels. Colin Dexter (born September 29, 1930, Stamford, Lincolnshire, England—died March 21, 2017, Oxford) was a British author who wrote 13 acclaimed mystery novels featuring the erudite and curmudgeonly Chief Inspector Morse; the novels…

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COLIN DEXTER, C. Dexter, Colin DEXTER, Dexter Colin, Dexter,Colin

Frequently asked questions

  • What is Colin Dexter best known for?

    Colin Dexter is widely recognized for creating the character of Chief Inspector Morse, a brilliant but curmudgeonly detective featured in a popular series of mystery novels.

  • Is there a TV series based on Colin Dexter's books?

    Yes, Colin Dexter's Inspector Morse novels were adapted into a highly successful British television series, which in turn led to spin-off series featuring other characters from his literary world.

  • What is the reading order for the Inspector Morse series?

    The Inspector Morse series is best read in publication order to follow the development of the characters and ongoing plotlines. The first book in the series is "Last Bus to Woodstock."