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Stephen Penner Reading Order

7 series · 46 books

Mystery & Thriller

Stephen Penner is a prolific author known for his engaging legal thrillers and mystery novels. With 46 titles spanning across seven series—including the David Brunelle Legal Thriller and Professor Barrister's Dinosaur Mysteries—Penner has captivated readers since 2010. His most notable works reflect his unique blend of suspense and intricate storytelling, making him a standout in his genre.

David Brunelle Legal Thriller Series

Ongoing

20 books (2012–2025)

Start with Presumption of Innocence, the first of 20 books in the David Brunelle Legal Thriller series.

#Title
1
Presumption of Innocence
2012Buy 🇺🇸
2
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A Prosecutor for the Defense
2013Buy 🇺🇸
3
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt
2013Buy 🇺🇸
4
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By Reason of Insanity
2013Buy 🇺🇸
5
Case Theory
2013Buy 🇺🇸
6
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Tribal Court
2013Buy 🇺🇸
7
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Substantial Risk
2014Buy 🇺🇸
8
Corpus Delicti
2015Buy 🇺🇸
9
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Accomplice Liability
2016Buy 🇺🇸
10
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A Lack of Motive
2017Buy 🇺🇸
11
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Diminished Capacity
2018Buy 🇺🇸
12
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Missing Witness
2018Buy 🇺🇸
13
Devil's Plea Bargain
2019Buy 🇺🇸
14
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Homicide in Berlin
2020Buy 🇺🇸
15
Premeditated Intent
2021Buy 🇺🇸
16
Alibi Defense
2022Buy 🇺🇸
17
Defense of Others:
2022Buy 🇺🇸
18
Necessity
2023Buy 🇺🇸
19
The Interests of Justice:
2024Buy 🇺🇸
20
Under Duress
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Maggie Devereaux Series

Complete

4 books (2011–2013)

Start with Blood Rite, the first of 4 books in the Maggie Devereaux series.

#Title
1
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Blood Rite
2011Buy 🇺🇸
2
Highland Fling
2011Buy 🇺🇸
3
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Scottish Rite
2011Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Last Rite
2013Buy 🇺🇸

Professor Barrister's Dinosaur Mysteries Series

Complete

5 books (2010–2012)

Start with The Case of the Armored Allosaurus, the first of 5 books in the Professor Barrister's Dinosaur Mysteries series.

#Title
1
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The Case of the Armored Allosaurus
2010Buy 🇺🇸
2
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The Case of the Enormous Eoraptor
2010Buy 🇺🇸
3
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The Case of the Truncated Troodon
2010Buy 🇺🇸
4
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The Case of the Colorful Caudipteryx
2011Buy 🇺🇸
5
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The Case of the Crested Cryptoclidus
2012Buy 🇺🇸

Rain City Legal Thriller Series

Ongoing

7 books (2023–2025)

Start with Burden of Proof, the first of 7 books in the Rain City Legal Thriller series.

#Title
1
Burden of Proof
2023Buy 🇺🇸
2
The Survival Rule
2023Buy 🇺🇸
3
Trial By Jury
2023Buy 🇺🇸
4
Double Jeopardy
2024Buy 🇺🇸
5
Prime Suspects
2024Buy 🇺🇸
6
Body of Evidence
2025Buy 🇺🇸
7
Judge and Jury
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2012–2012)

#Title
1
Capital Punishment
2012Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

3 books (2011–2012)

Start with Mars Station Alpha and read in order.

#Title
1
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Mars Station Alpha
2011Buy 🇺🇸
2
Katie Carpenter, Fourth Grade Genius
2012Buy 🇺🇸
3
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The Godling Club
2012Buy 🇺🇸

Talon Winter Legal Thrillers Series

Likely Complete

6 books (2016–2022)

Start with Winter's Law, the first of 6 books in the Talon Winter Legal Thrillers series.

#Title
1
Winter's Law
2016Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Winter's Chance
2017Buy 🇺🇸
3
Winter's Reason
2019Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Winter's Justice
2020Buy 🇺🇸
5
Winter’s Duty
2021Buy 🇺🇸
6
Winter's Passion
2022Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Stephen Penner written?
Stephen Penner has written 46 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Stephen Penner series?
Here are the first books in Stephen Penner's series: David Brunelle Legal Thriller: Presumption of Innocence; Maggie Devereaux: Blood Rite; Professor Barrister's Dinosaur Mysteries: The Case of the Armored Allosaurus; Rain City Legal Thriller: Burden of Proof; Talon Winter Legal Thrillers: Winter's Law.
What order should I read Stephen Penner's books?
We recommend reading Stephen Penner's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Stephen Penner still writing new books?
Yes, Stephen Penner has 2 ongoing series: David Brunelle Legal Thriller, Rain City Legal Thriller.

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