Robert Dugoni Reading Order
8 series Β· 40 books
Robert Dugoni is an accomplished thriller writer whose legal background infuses his novels with authentic courtroom tension and procedural detail. His prolific career spans multiple interconnected series featuring protagonists like Charles Jenkins and David Sloane, alongside standalone works that showcase his versatility across mystery and suspense. With nearly four decades of publishing history and over thirty books to his name, Dugoni has established himself as a master of the contemporary thriller genre.
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Anthologies Series
Ongoing5 books (2011β2025)
Robert Dugoni's Anthologies series comprises five collections published between 2011 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. The volumes should be read in publication order, beginning with Hotel Angeline and continuing through Cold-Blooded: Killer Nashville Noir, Private Investigations: Mystery Writers on the Secrets, Riddles, and Wonders in Their Lives, Birds of Prey: The Harlan Coben Challenge, and concluding with The Twisted Women's Book Club. These anthologies blend mystery, thriller, and non-fiction elements across their contributions.
Start with Hotel Angeline, the first of 5 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with Hotel Angeline
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Hotel Angeline |
| 2 | Cold-Blooded: Killer Nashville Noir |
| 3 | Private Investigations: Mystery Writers on the Secrets, Riddles, and Wonders in Their Lives |
| 4 | Birds of Prey: The Harlan Coben Challenge |
| 5 | The Twisted Women's Book Club |
Charles Jenkins Series
Likely Complete3 books (2019β2022)
Robert Dugoni's Charles Jenkins trilogy comprises three espionage thrillers published between 2019 and 2022. The series follows a retired intelligence officer drawn back into a dangerous world of international intrigue and deception. Read the books in publication order, beginning with The Eighth Sister, as each entry builds on the previous narrative. The trilogy appears to be complete as of 2022.
Start with The Eighth Sister and read in order.
Start this series with The Eighth Sister
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Eighth Sister |
| 2 | The Last Agent |
| 3 | The Silent Sisters |
David Sloane Series
Complete5 books (2006β2012)
Robert Dugoni's David Sloane series consists of five mystery thrillers published between 2006 and 2012, with the sequence complete as of the final installment. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Jury Master and continuing through Wrongful Death, Bodily Harm, Murder One, and concluding with The Conviction. The series follows attorney David Sloane as he navigates complex legal cases and criminal investigations throughout his career.
Start with The Jury Master, the first of 5 books in the David Sloane series.
Start this series with The Jury Master
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Jury Master |
| 2 | Wrongful Death |
| 3 | Bodily Harm |
| 4 | Murder One |
| 5 | The Conviction |
Keera Duggan Series
Ongoing3 books (2023β2026)
Robert Dugoni's Keera Duggan series consists of three mystery thrillers published between 2023 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Her Deadly Game, followed by Beyond Reasonable Doubt, and Her Cold Justice. This series blends Dugoni's expertise in mystery and thriller storytelling to create an interconnected narrative that unfolds across the three installments.
Start with Her Deadly Game and read in order.
Start this series with Her Deadly Game
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Her Deadly Game |
| 2 | Beyond Reasonable Doubt |
| 3 | Her Cold Justice |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2004β2004)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Cyanide Canary(With: Joseph Hilldorfer) |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2021β2021)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Last Line |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing7 books (2007β2027)
Robert Dugoni has written six standalone novels published between 2007 and 2025, with the series remaining ongoing. Each book functions independently, so readers can start with any title, though reading them in publication order beginning with Damage Control allows you to follow Dugoni's evolution as a writer across mystery, thriller, and nonfiction works. The series includes Damage Control, The 7th Canon, The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell, The World Played Chess, A Killing on the Hill, and Hold Strong, the last co-authored with Chris Crabtree and Jeff Langholz.
Start with Damage Control, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Damage Control
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Damage Control |
| 2 | The 7th Canon |
| 3 | The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell |
| 4 | The World Played Chess |
| 5 | A Killing on the Hill |
| 6 | Hold Strong(With: Chris Crabtree,Jeff Langholz) |
| 7 | The Boiler Room |
Tracy Crosswhite Series
Ongoing15 books (2014β2027)
Robert Dugoni's Tracy Crosswhite series consists of 14 mystery and thriller novels following detective Tracy Crosswhite, beginning with My Sister's Grave in 2014 and continuing through One Split Second in 2026. The series remains ongoing and should be read in publication order, starting with the first book to fully appreciate the character's development and interconnected cases. Each installment builds on previous investigations while exploring new mysteries that test Crosswhite's detective skills and personal resolve.
Start with My Sister's Grave, the first of 14 books in the Tracy Crosswhite series.
Start this series with My Sister's Grave
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | My Sister's Grave |
| 2 | The Academy |
| 3 | Her Final Breath |
| 4 | Third Watch |
| 5 | In the Clearing |
| 6 | Close to Home |
| 7 | The Trapped Girl |
| 8 | A Steep Price |
| 9 | A Cold Trail |
| 10 | In Her Tracks |
| 11 | What She Found |
| 12 | One Last Kill |
| 13 | A Dead Draw |
| 14 | One Split Second |
| 15 | Graves Tell Lies |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Robert Dugoni written?
- Robert Dugoni has written 40 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 2004 to 2027.
- What is the first book in each Robert Dugoni series?
- Here are the first books in Robert Dugoni's series: Anthologies: Hotel Angeline; Charles Jenkins: The Eighth Sister; David Sloane: The Jury Master; Keera Duggan: Her Deadly Game; Tracy Crosswhite: My Sister's Grave.
- What order should I read Robert Dugoni's books?
- We recommend reading Robert Dugoni's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Robert Dugoni still writing new books?
- Yes, Robert Dugoni has 4 ongoing series: Anthologies, Keera Duggan, Standalone Novels, Tracy Crosswhite.

