Michael Wood

Michael Wood is an accomplished English author and freelance journalist. He is well-known for his DCI Matilda Darke series of books, which have captivated readers with their intricate storylines and well-developed characters. Wood's love for crime fiction runs deep, and he has cited Minette Walters as one of his favorite authors, even going so far as to call her the "queen of the psychological thriller."

Before finding success as an author, Wood worked as a journalist and proofreader. He currently resides in Sheffield, Yorkshire, where he finds inspiration for his writing. Wood's debut novel, "For Unknown Reasons," was published in 2015, and HarperCollins published the second installment in the DCI Matilda Darke series, "Outside Looking In," the following year. Wood's ability to create suspenseful and engaging stories has earned him a loyal following among fans of crime fiction.
DCI Matilda Darke Books
# Title Year
1 For Reasons Unknown 2015
2 The Fallen 2016
3 Outside Looking In 2016
4 A Room Full of Killers 2017
5 The Hangman’s Hold 2018
6 Victim of Innocence 2019
7 The Murder House 2020
8 Stolen Children 2020
9 Time Is Running Out 2021
10 Survivor’s Guilt 2021
11 The Lost Children 2022
12 Silent Victim 2022
13 Below Ground 2023
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Seventh Victim 2023
Michael Wood Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Great Railway Journeys of the World 1981
2 Daedalus: On the Novel: 150:1, Winter 2021 2021