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Ruth Rendell
Inspector Wexford
Inspector Wexford
3 books
Ongoing series
About this series
Inspector Wexford solves complex crimes in the fictional English town of Kingsmarkham. This series offers classic mystery stories, focusing on police procedure and character-driven investigations. Readers will find a traditional approach to crime solving, with a strong sense of place.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended reading order for the Inspector Wexford series?
The Inspector Wexford series is best read in publication order to follow the characters' development and the subtle shifts in the fictional town of Kingsmarkham. While each book presents a self-contained mystery, there are recurring characters and evolving relationships that benefit from sequential reading.
Is there a TV adaptation of the Inspector Wexford series?
The Inspector Wexford novels were adapted into a long-running television series titled "The Ruth Rendell Mysteries," which featured George Baker as Inspector Wexford. Many of the episodes directly adapted the books, while others were original stories or adaptations of other Ruth Rendell works.
How does the Inspector Wexford series connect to Ruth Rendell's other books?
The Inspector Wexford series is distinct from Ruth Rendell's standalone psychological thrillers, often published under her own name, and her books written as Barbara Vine. While all share her characteristic insight into human nature, Wexford's cases are traditional police procedurals set in a specific recurring location.