How many books has James R. Benn written?

James R. Benn has written 27 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2000 to 2026.

What is the first book in each James R. Benn series?

Here are the first books in James R. Benn's series: Billy Boyle World War II Mysteries: Billy Boyle.

What order should I read James R. Benn's books?

We recommend reading James R. Benn's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.

Is James R. Benn still writing new books?

Yes, James R. Benn has 1 ongoing series: Billy Boyle World War II Mysteries.

James R. Benn Reading Order

4 series · 27 books

Historical Fiction Mystery & Thriller

James R. Benn is an American author who specializes in historical mystery fiction set during World War II, most notably through his Billy Boyle series. His body of work spans multiple series and standalone novels, with over two decades of publication showcasing his talent for blending detective work with meticulously researched wartime settings. Benn's prolific output demonstrates his skill at crafting compelling mysteries that bring historical periods to life through engaging characters and intricate plots.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2016–2016)

#	Title
1	The Usual Santas 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Billy Boyle World War II Mysteries Series

Ongoing

21 books (2006–2026)

The Billy Boyle World War II Mysteries series consists of 21 books published between 2006 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. These historical mystery novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Billy Boyle. The series combines mystery and thriller elements with historical fiction set during World War II, offering readers a substantial sequence of interconnected cases to explore sequentially.

Start with Billy Boyle, the first of 21 books in the Billy Boyle World War II Mysteries series.

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1	Billy Boyle 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The First Wave 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Blood Alone 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Evil for Evil 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Rag and Bone 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	A Mortal Terror 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Death's Door 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	A Blind Goddess 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	The Rest is Silence 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	The White Ghost 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Blue Madonna 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	The Devouring 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Solemn Graves 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	When Hell Struck Twelve 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	The Red Horse 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Road of Bones 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	From the Shadows 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Proud Sorrows 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	The Phantom Patrol 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	A Bitter Wind 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	The Ninth Circle 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2023–2023)

#	Title
1	The Refusal Camp 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2000–2022)

James R. Benn has written four standalone mystery and historical fiction novels published between 2000 and 2022. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with On Desperate Ground / Desperate Ground, followed by Souvenir, Shard, and Freegift. Each novel stands independently while contributing to Benn's body of work in the mystery and thriller genres.

Start with On Desperate Ground / Desperate Ground, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with On Desperate Ground / Desperate Ground