Mollie Hardwick

Mollie Greenhalgh Hardwick was a renowned English author, born for her talent in writing novels that complemented television series. She is most famously known for her works based on the English television series "Upstairs, Downstairs" which was a huge success. Her writing provided depth and context to the characters and storylines of the series, giving fans a chance to further explore the world of the show.

Hardwick's passion for writing extended beyond "Upstairs, Downstairs" as she also created the "Doran Fairweather" novels, and wrote three books for the "Juliet Bravo" series. Furthermore, she was an admirer of the famous detective Sherlock Holmes and penned many books and plays inspired by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's masterpieces. Hardwick's creativity and storytelling skills were not limited to any particular genre, making her a versatile and accomplished author.

In addition to her successful writing career, Mollie Hardwick was also a devoted wife to her fellow author, Michael Hardwick. The two married in 1961 and undoubtedly shared a deep connection through their mutual love for literature. Mollie Hardwick's legacy as an author continues to live on, inspiring new generations of readers and writers alike with her captivating stories and engaging characters. Her works remain a testament to her talent and passion for writing, leaving a lasting impact on the literary world.
The Duchess of Duke Street Books
# Title Year
1 The Way Up 1976
2 The Golden Years 1976
3 The World Keeps Turning 1977
4 The Duchess of Duke Street 1977
Thomas and Sarah Books
# Title Year
1 Thomas and Sarah 1978
2 Two for a Spin 1979
Juliet Bravo Books
# Title Year
1 Juliet Bravo 1 1980
2 Juliet Bravo 2 1980
3 Calling Juliet Bravo 1981
Doran Fairweather Books
# Title Year
1 Malice Domestic 1986
2 Parson's Pleasure 1987
3 Uneaseful Death 1988
4 The Bandersnatch 1989
5 Perish in July 1989
6 The Dreaming Damozel 1991
7 Come Away, Death 1995
Upstairs Downstairs Books
# Title Year
1 Upstairs Downstairs 1971
2 Rose's Story 1972
3 In My Lady's Chamber 1973
4 Mr. Hudson's Diaries 1973
5 Mr. Hudson's Diary 1973
6 The Years of Change 1974
7 Mr Bellamy's Story 1974
8 On with the Dance 1975
9 Endings and Beginnings 1975
10 The War to End Wars 1975
11 Mrs. Bridges' Story 1975
12 Sarah's Story 1978
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes 1964
2 The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes 1970
3 Beauty's Daughter 1976
4 The Gaslight Boy 1976
5 Charlie Is My Darling 1977
6 Lovers Meeting 1979
7 Sisters in Love 1979
8 Willowwood 1980
9 Dove's Nest 1980
10 The Atkinson Heritage 1981
11 Talking Cure 1981
12 Monday's Child 1981
13 I Remember Love 1982
14 The Shakespeare Girl 1983
15 By the Sword Divided 1983
16 The Merrymaid 1984
17 Girl with a Crystal Dove 1987
18 Blood Royal 1988
Non-Fiction Books
# Title Year
1 Worlds Greatest Sea Mysteries 1968
2 Emma, Lady Hamilton 1969
3 Dickens's England 1970
4 The World of Upstairs, Downstairs 1976
Mollie Hardwick Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Adventure Stories for Boys and Girls 1985