Gerald Elias Reading Order
7 series · 23 books
Gerald Elias is an author who works across multiple genres, writing both mystery fiction and nonfiction spanning more than two decades. He is best known for his Daniel Jacobus Mystery series, which follows a blind detective through complex cases, as well as his Mister E's Mysteries collection. With over twenty books published since 2009, Elias demonstrates versatility across short story anthologies, standalone thrillers, and investigative nonfiction works that appeal to readers seeking smart, character-driven narratives.
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Anthologies Series
Complete4 books (2014–2026)
Gerald Elias edited two crime story anthologies published between 2014 and 2020, now complete. These collections should be read in publication order, beginning with Best New England Crime Stories 2015 followed by Best New England Crime Stories 2016. The series combines mystery and thriller selections with nonfiction perspectives on regional crime writing.
Start with Best New England Crime Stories 2015 and read in order.
Start this series with Best New England Crime Stories 2015
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Collections Series
Complete1 book (2019–2019)
Daniel Jacobus Mystery Series
Likely Complete8 books (2009–2023)
The Daniel Jacobus Mystery series consists of eight books published between 2009 and 2023, with the final installment appearing in 2023. This mystery and thriller series should be read in publication order, beginning with Devil's Trill and concluding with Murder at the Royal Albert. The series appears to be complete as of its latest release.
Start with Devil's Trill, the first of 8 books in the Daniel Jacobus Mystery series.
Start this series with Devil's Trill
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Mister E's Mysteries Series
Complete6 books (2018–2018)
Mister E's Mysteries is a complete six-book mystery series by Gerald Elias, with all volumes published in 2018. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Volume 1 and continuing through Volume 6. This collection blends mystery and thriller elements across its six installments.
Start with Mister E's Mysteries: Volume 1, the first of 6 books in the Mister E's Mysteries series.
Start this series with Mister E's Mysteries: Volume 1
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2017–2017)
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2018–2019)
Gerald Elias has published two short story and novella collections in 2018 and 2019, both of which should be read in publication order. The series is complete, beginning with Maestro, the Potbellied Pig and followed by Prince of the Leaf Cutters. These works blend mystery and thriller elements with the author's non-fiction background.
Start with Maestro, the Potbellied Pig and read in order.
Start this series with Maestro, the Potbellied Pig
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2018–2018)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Gerald Elias written?
- Gerald Elias has written 23 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2009 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Gerald Elias series?
- Here are the first books in Gerald Elias's series: Anthologies: Best New England Crime Stories 2015; Daniel Jacobus Mystery: Devil's Trill; Mister E's Mysteries: Mister E's Mysteries: Volume 1; Short Stories/Novellas: Maestro, the Potbellied Pig.
- What order should I read Gerald Elias's books?
- We recommend reading Gerald Elias's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Gerald Elias's series complete?
- Gerald Elias has 6 completed series.