J. Carson Black Reading Order
8 series Β· 26 books
J. Carson Black is an American crime fiction writer known for her gripping narratives and complex characters. With an impressive portfolio of 26 books spanning eight series, including standout series like Laura Cardinal and Cyril Landry, she has captivated readers since her debut in 1990. Her notable works also feature standalone novels and collections of short stories and novellas, showcasing her versatility in storytelling until her last publication in 2018.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2012β2012)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Uncommon Assassins 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
Cyril Landry Series
Complete3 books (2011β2015)
Start with The Shop and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Shop 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Hard Return 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Spectre Black 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
Flight 12 Begins Series
Complete5 books (2014β2015)
Start with Flight 12, the first of 5 books in the Flight 12 Begins series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Flight 12 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Flight 12 Begins: 1(By: Allan Leverone) 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Flight 12 Begins: 5(By: Aaron M. Patterson) 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Moonlight Breaks Bad(By: Vincent Zandri) 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Side Steal(By: Robert Gregory Browne) 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
Laura Cardinal Series
Complete5 books (2005β2014)
Start with Darkness on the Edge of Town, the first of 5 books in the Laura Cardinal series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Darkness on the Edge of Town 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Dark Side of the Moon 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Devil's Hour 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Cry Wolf 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Flight 12 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Maggie O'Neil Series
Complete2 books (2013β2018)
Start with Roadside Attraction and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Roadside Attraction 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Vicious Cycle 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2011β2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pony Rides 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete2 books (2011β2017)
Start with The BlueLight Special and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The BlueLight Special 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Bad Mojo 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete7 books (1990β2013)
Start with Darkscope, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Darkscope 1990Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Dark Horse 1995Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Desert Waits 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Tombstone Rose 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Icon 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Superstitions 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | The Survivors Club 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has J. Carson Black written?
- J. Carson Black has written 26 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 1990 to 2018.
- What is the first book in each J. Carson Black series?
- Here are the first books in J. Carson Black's series: Cyril Landry: The Shop; Flight 12 Begins: Flight 12; Laura Cardinal: Darkness on the Edge of Town; Maggie O'Neil: Roadside Attraction; Short Story Collections: The BlueLight Special.
- What order should I read J. Carson Black's books?
- We recommend reading J. Carson Black's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are J. Carson Black's series complete?
- J. Carson Black has 8 completed series.

