Phillip Margolin Reading Order
7 series · 38 books · Born 1944
Phillip Margolin is a prolific American author renowned for his gripping legal thrillers. With a remarkable catalog of 38 books spanning seven series, including the Amanda Jaffe and Robin Lockwood series, he masterfully blends intricate plots with legal intricacies. Active from 1974 to 2025, his notable works continue to captivate readers and showcase his expertise in the genre.
Amanda Jaffe Series
Complete6 books (2000–2015)
Start with Wild Justice, the first of 6 books in the Amanda Jaffe series.
Anthologies Series
Complete4 books (1998–2011)
Start with Legal Briefs, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.
Brad Miller / Dana Cutler Series
Complete4 books (2008–2013)
Start with Executive Privilege, the first of 4 books in the Brad Miller / Dana Cutler series.
Madison Kincaid Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Vanishing Acts(With: Ami Margolin Rome) 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
Robin Lockwood Series
Likely Complete7 books (2018–2023)
Start with The Third Victim, the first of 7 books in the Robin Lockwood series.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete4 books (1974–2009)
Start with The Girl in the Yellow Bikini, the first of 4 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing12 books (1978–2025)
Start with Heartstone, the first of 12 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Heartstone 1978Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | The Last Innocent Man 1988Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Gone, But Not Forgotten 1993Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  After Dark 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Burning Man 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Undertaker's Widow 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Sleeping Beauty 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Lost Lake 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Woman with a Gun 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Worthy Brown's Daughter 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | An Insignificant Case 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | False Witness 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Phillip Margolin written?
- Phillip Margolin has written 38 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1974 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Phillip Margolin series?
- Here are the first books in Phillip Margolin's series: Amanda Jaffe: Wild Justice; Anthologies: Legal Briefs; Brad Miller / Dana Cutler: Executive Privilege; Robin Lockwood: The Third Victim; Short Stories/Novellas: The Girl in the Yellow Bikini.
- What order should I read Phillip Margolin's books?
- We recommend reading Phillip Margolin's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Phillip Margolin still writing new books?
- Yes, Phillip Margolin has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.