T.R. Pearson Reading Order
4 series · 28 books
T.R. Pearson is a prolific American author known for his engaging storytelling in the crime fiction genre, often under the pseudonym Rick Gavin. With a remarkable body of work featuring 28 titles across four series—including the Neely series and Ray Tatum Mysteries—as well as standalone novels, he has captivated readers from 1985 to 2023. His notable contributions to literature have solidified his reputation in the world of crime and mystery.
Neely Series
Complete5 books (1985–2005)
Start with A Short History of a Small Place, the first of 5 books in the Neely series.
Nick Reid Series
Complete3 books (2011–2013)
Start with Ranchero and read in order.
Ray Tatum Mysteries Series
Complete6 books (1993–2018)
Start with Cry Me a River, the first of 6 books in the Ray Tatum Mysteries series.
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete14 books (1991–2023)
Start with Gospel Hour, the first of 14 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Gospel Hour 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  True Cross 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Seaworthy 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Red Scare 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Jerusalem Gap 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  East Jesus South 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Low Lords 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Theory of the Case 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Serpent Of Old 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Sleepaway 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Confederate States 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Devil Up 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Joy To The Just 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Bone Eye 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has T.R. Pearson written?
- T.R. Pearson has written 28 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1985 to 2023.
- What is the first book in each T.R. Pearson series?
- Here are the first books in T.R. Pearson's series: Neely: A Short History of a Small Place; Nick Reid: Ranchero; Ray Tatum Mysteries: Cry Me a River.
- What order should I read T.R. Pearson's books?
- We recommend reading T.R. Pearson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are T.R. Pearson's series complete?
- T.R. Pearson has 3 completed series.