John Verdon Reading Order
1 series Β· 9 books
John Verdon is an American crime novelist best known for his Dave Gurney series, featuring a brilliant retired detective drawn back into complex murder investigations. His methodical approach to mystery plotting and intricate psychological elements have established him as a distinctive voice in the thriller genre since his 2010 debut. Across eight books published over more than a decade, Verdon has crafted intricate cases that combine procedural elements with deep character study.
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Dave Gurney Series
Likely Complete9 books (2010β2026)
The Dave Gurney series follows a brilliant investigator confronting dark mysteries across eight standalone yet interconnected novels published between 2010 and 2023. This mystery and thriller series should be read in publication order, beginning with Think of a Number and concluding with Ghost Barn, as each installment builds on Gurney's character development and past cases. The series appears to be complete, offering readers a finished arc across its full span from the first book through the most recent entry.
Start with Think of a Number, the first of 8 books in the Dave Gurney series.
Start this series with Think of a Number
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Think of a Number |
| 2 | Shut Your Eyes Tight |
| 3 | Let the Devil Sleep |
| 4 | Peter Pan Must Die |
| 5 | Wolf Lake |
| 6 | White River Burning |
| 7 | On Harrow Hill |
| 8 | The Viper |
| 9 | Ghost Barn |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has John Verdon written?
- John Verdon has written 9 books across 1 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each John Verdon series?
- Here are the first books in John Verdon's series: Dave Gurney: Think of a Number.

