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Gerry Boyle Reading Order

3 series · 18 books · Born 1956

Gerry Boyle is an American crime writer whose journalism background informs the authenticity and urgency of his mystery novels. He created two interconnected series featuring investigative protagonists—Jack McMorrow, a newspaper reporter turned amateur sleuth, and Brandon Blake, a state police detective—across seventeen books published from 1993 to 2024. Boyle's firsthand experience as a working journalist lends credibility and procedural detail to his crime fiction, which balances gritty realism with compelling narrative drive.

Brandon Blake Mystery Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2009–2021)

Start with Port City Shakedown and read in order.

Start this series with Port City Shakedown

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Cover of Port City Shakedown
Port City Shakedown
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Cover of Port City Black and White
Port City Black and White
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Port City Rat Trap

Jack McMorrow Mystery Series

Ongoing

14 books (1993–2024)

Start with Deadline, the first of 14 books in the Jack McMorrow Mystery series.

Start this series with Deadline

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Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2026–2026)

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The Ossuary(With: David E Landry)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Gerry Boyle written?
Gerry Boyle has written 18 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1993 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Gerry Boyle series?
Here are the first books in Gerry Boyle's series: Brandon Blake Mystery: Port City Shakedown; Jack McMorrow Mystery: Deadline.
What order should I read Gerry Boyle's books?
We recommend reading Gerry Boyle's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Gerry Boyle still writing new books?
Yes, Gerry Boyle has 1 ongoing series: Jack McMorrow Mystery.

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