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Janice Cantore Reading Order

5 series Β· 16 books

Janice Cantore is a Southern California-based author who draws on her background in law enforcement to craft police procedurals and crime thrillers with authentic investigative detail. Her prolific output includes five interconnected series featuring detectives like Brinna Caruso and spanning Cold Case Justice, Line of Duty, Pacific Coast Justice, and standalone novels, with over sixteen books published since 2007. Cantore combines compelling mysteries with character-driven narratives that explore the personal toll of detective work and the pursuit of justice.

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Brinna Caruso Series

Complete

2 books (2007–2010)

The Brinna Caruso series by Janice Cantore consists of two complete mystery thrillers published between 2007 and 2010. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Critical Pursuit (also titled The Kevlar Heart) followed by Visible Threat (also titled A Heart of Justice). This short series follows a straightforward narrative arc across its two installments.

Start with Critical Pursuit / The Kevlar Heart and read in order.

Start this series with Critical Pursuit / The Kevlar Heart

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Critical Pursuit / The Kevlar Heart
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Visible Threat / A Heart of Justice

Cold Case Justice Series

Complete

3 books (2015–2016)

This three-book mystery thriller series by Janice Cantore follows interconnected cases and characters across the Cold Case Justice universe. Published between 2015 and 2016, the complete series comprises Drawing Fire, Burning Proof, and Catching Heat. Readers should follow the publication order to experience the full narrative arc as intended. Each installment builds on the previous story, making sequential reading essential for understanding character development and case resolution.

Start with Drawing Fire and read in order.

Line Of Duty Series

Complete

3 books (2017–2019)

Janice Cantore's Line of Duty trilogy consists of three mystery thrillers released between 2017 and 2019. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Crisis Shot, followed by Lethal Target, and concluding with Cold Aim. This is a closed series with a definitive ending for readers seeking a fully resolved narrative arc.

Start with Crisis Shot and read in order.

Pacific Coast Justice Series

Complete

3 books (2012–2013)

This three-book mystery thriller series by Janice Cantore follows cases within law enforcement, told across Abducted, Accused, and Avenged between 2012 and 2013. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Abducted, as each installment builds on the investigative threads of the previous book. These Pacific Coast Justice novels are designed for readers who enjoy crime mysteries with procedural elements and interconnected storylines.

Start with Abducted and read in order.

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

5 books (2021–2026)

Janice Cantore's mystery and thriller standalone novels series comprises five books published between 2021 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. Each book can be read independently, though readers should follow publication order beginning with Breach of Honor, followed by Code of Courage, One Final Target, Every Deadly Suspicion, and Edge of Truth. This collection offers self-contained crime and suspense stories perfect for readers who prefer complete narratives within individual volumes.

Start with Breach of Honor, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Janice Cantore written?
Janice Cantore has written 16 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2007 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Janice Cantore series?
Here are the first books in Janice Cantore's series: Brinna Caruso: Critical Pursuit / The Kevlar Heart; Cold Case Justice: Drawing Fire; Line Of Duty: Crisis Shot; Pacific Coast Justice: Abducted.
What order should I read Janice Cantore's books?
We recommend reading Janice Cantore's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Janice Cantore still writing new books?
Yes, Janice Cantore has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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