Robert K. Tanenbaum Reading Order
2 series · 34 books
Robert K. Tanenbaum combines his extensive background as a trial attorney with his fiction writing to create hardboiled legal thrillers centered on Manhattan prosecutor Butch Karp and his formidable wife Marlene Ciampi. His mystery series, spanning dozens of novels, draws authenticity from his real-world courtroom experience and explores complex criminal cases with procedural detail and moral complexity. Beyond fiction, Tanenbaum has also written non-fiction works that leverage his expertise in law and his unique perspective as both a legal professional and former Beverly Hills mayor.
Butch Karp & Marlene Ciampi Series
Complete29 books (1987–2017)
Start with No Lesser Plea, the first of 29 books in the Butch Karp & Marlene Ciampi series.
Start this series with No Lesser Plea
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Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing5 books (1979–2025)
Start with Badge of the Assassin(With: Philip Rosenberg), the first of 5 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with Badge of the Assassin(With: Philip Rosenberg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Robert K. Tanenbaum written?
- Robert K. Tanenbaum has written 34 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1979 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Robert K. Tanenbaum series?
- Here are the first books in Robert K. Tanenbaum's series: Butch Karp & Marlene Ciampi: No Lesser Plea; Non-Fiction: Badge of the Assassin(With: Philip Rosenberg).
- What order should I read Robert K. Tanenbaum's books?
- We recommend reading Robert K. Tanenbaum's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Robert K. Tanenbaum still writing new books?
- Yes, Robert K. Tanenbaum has 1 ongoing series: Non-Fiction.