Robert Bailey Reading Order
5 series · 12 books
Robert Bailey is an American mystery and thriller author who crafts compelling legal dramas across multiple interconnected series. His body of work spans twelve novels from 2014 to 2026, featuring recurring characters like defense attorney Bocephus Haynes, investigator Jason Rich, and protagonist Max Ringo, alongside the McMurtrie and Drake legal thriller series. Bailey's narratives blend procedural tension with literary depth, exploring complex moral questions through courtroom battles and criminal investigations set in the American South.
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Bocephus Haynes Series
Likely Complete2 books (2020–2021)
The Bocephus Haynes series is a two-book mystery and thriller collection by Robert Bailey, published between 2020 and 2021. Both novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Legacy of Lies followed by The Wrong Side. The series appears to be complete, offering readers a finished narrative arc across its two entries.
Start with Legacy of Lies and read in order.
Start this series with Legacy of Lies
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Jason Rich Series
Ongoing3 books (2022–2024)
Robert Bailey's Jason Rich series comprises three mystery and thriller novels published between 2022 and 2024, with the series remaining ongoing. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Rich Blood, followed by Rich Waters, and Rich Justice. This literary mystery series continues to develop with new installments.
Start with Rich Blood and read in order.
Start this series with Rich Blood
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Max Ringo Series
Complete1 book (2026–2026)
McMurtrie and Drake Legal Thrillers Series
Complete4 books (2014–2019)
Robert Bailey's McMurtrie and Drake Legal Thrillers series comprises four complete novels published between 2014 and 2019, following lawyers through complex cases that blend mystery and literary depth. Read the books in publication order beginning with The Professor, then Between Black and White, The Last Trial, and concluding with The Final Reckoning to experience the full arc of this legal thriller series.
Start with The Professor, the first of 4 books in the McMurtrie and Drake Legal Thrillers series.
Start this series with The Professor
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing2 books (2020–2025)
Robert Bailey has published two standalone mystery and thriller novels as of 2025, with the series remaining ongoing. The Golfer's Carol arrived in 2020, followed by The Boomerang in 2025. These novels should be read in publication order, beginning with The Golfer's Carol.
Start with The Golfer's Carol and read in order.
Start this series with The Golfer's Carol
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Robert Bailey written?
- Robert Bailey has written 12 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2014 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Robert Bailey series?
- Here are the first books in Robert Bailey's series: Bocephus Haynes: Legacy of Lies; Jason Rich: Rich Blood; McMurtrie and Drake Legal Thrillers: The Professor.
- What order should I read Robert Bailey's books?
- We recommend reading Robert Bailey's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Robert Bailey still writing new books?
- Yes, Robert Bailey has 2 ongoing series: Jason Rich, Standalone Novels.