Charles Whiting

1 series 7 books in order

A man who joined the army at 16 by lying about his age, Charles Whiting became a well-known author and military historian through his academic prowess. His first novel, written while still an undergraduate, was published in 1954 and by 1958 had been followed by three wartime thrillers. Between 1960 and 2007 Charles went on to write over 350 titles, including 70 non-fiction titles covering varied topics from the Nazi intelligence service to British Regiments during World War II. He passed away in 2007.

Known for: Common Smith VC Adventures

Series by Charles Whiting

Common Smith VC Adventures

7 books in order · 1994–2007

The Baltic Run

2002 · Charles Whiting

From the carnage of war a new hero is born. 1920. The slaughter of World War One is over, but already secret little wars are breaking out all over…
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In Turkish Waters

2002 · Charles Whiting

When an entire army retreats, Common Smith VC must turn the tide Spring, 1922. The Greek army is retreating from Turkey and Kemal Ataturk, the…
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Death on the Rhine

1994 · Charles Whiting

An assassination threat risks plunging Europe into a second world war. Only Common Smith can avert calamity Germany, 1923. The beaten Fatherland is…
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Passage to Petrograd

2007 · Charles Whiting

Common Smith's most dangerous mission yet... Russia, 1924. Lenin, Communist Dictator of Russia, is dying. In the wings, his chief aides are jostling…
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Death Trap

1996 · Charles Whiting

Common Smith is in a race against time to retrieve sensitive British intelligence before it falls into enemy hands Yugoslavia, Winter 1924. The…
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The Japanese Princess

2003 · Charles Whiting

A kidnapped princess sends Common Smith racing to the land of the rising sun China, 1927. Communists and Nationalists are fighting each other, and…
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Hell's Angels

2002 · Charles Whiting

When peace plans are threatened, Common Smith swings into action Germany, 1929. England, France and the USA are preparing to de-militarise the West…
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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Charles Whiting written?

We list 7 books by Charles Whiting across 1 series, published between 1994–2007 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Charles Whiting's books?

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