Sheldon Russell Reading Order
2 series · 14 books
Sheldon Russell is an author of mystery and thriller novels whose works span both connected series and standalone stories. Best known for his Hook Runyon Mystery series, Russell has built a career crafting atmospheric crime fiction that showcases complex characters navigating morally ambiguous situations. With fourteen books published over three decades, his output demonstrates a sustained commitment to the genre and an evolution in storytelling across varied mysteries and thrillers.
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Hook Runyon Mystery Series
Complete5 books (2009–2017)
The Hook Runyon Mystery series consists of five complete novels published between 2009 and 2017, following a railroad detective protagonist through historical mysteries. Written by Sheldon Russell, the series should be read in publication order beginning with The Yard Dog, followed by The Insane Train, Dead Man's Tunnel, The Hanging of Samuel Ash, and concluding with The Bridge Troll Murders. These mystery and thriller novels are best enjoyed sequentially as they develop the character and narrative arc across the full sequence.
Start with The Yard Dog, the first of 5 books in the Hook Runyon Mystery series.
Start this series with The Yard Dog
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing9 books (1994–2025)
Sheldon Russell has written nine standalone mystery and thriller novels, beginning with Empire in 1994 and continuing through A Rare Obsession in 2025. Each book functions as an independent story, so readers can start with any title, though experiencing them in publication order allows readers to follow Russell's evolving storytelling style across three decades. The series remains ongoing, with the most recent installment released in 2025.
Start with Empire, the first of 9 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Empire
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Sheldon Russell written?
- Sheldon Russell has written 14 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1994 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Sheldon Russell series?
- Here are the first books in Sheldon Russell's series: Hook Runyon Mystery: The Yard Dog.
- What order should I read Sheldon Russell's books?
- We recommend reading Sheldon Russell's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Sheldon Russell still writing new books?
- Yes, Sheldon Russell has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.