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Robert Bailey Reading Order

5 series · 12 books

Literary FictionMystery & Thriller

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.

Bocephus Haynes Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2020–2021)

Start with Legacy of Lies and read in order.

Start this series with Legacy of Lies

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Legacy of Lies
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Wrong Side
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Jason Rich Series

Ongoing

3 books (2022–2024)

Start with Rich Blood and read in order.

Start this series with Rich Blood

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Rich Justice
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Max Ringo Series

Complete

1 book (2026–2026)

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The Mediator
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

McMurtrie and Drake Legal Thrillers Series

Complete

4 books (2014–2019)

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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The Professor
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Between Black and White
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Last Trial
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Final Reckoning
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

2 books (2020–2025)

Start with The Golfer's Carol and read in order.

Start this series with The Golfer's Carol

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The Golfer's Carol
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Boomerang
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

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.

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