William J. Coughlin Reading Order
2 series Β· 18 books
William J. Coughlin is an accomplished mystery and thriller writer whose career spans from 1968 to the present, with eighteen books divided between the Charley Sloan series and various standalone novels. His work is known for intricate plots and compelling legal and criminal narratives, including titles such as The Twelve Apostles, Her Honor, and In The Presence Of Enemies. Coughlin has also written under the pseudonym Sean A. Key, expanding his output in the thriller genre with works like Cain's Chinese Adventure.
Charley Sloan Series
Complete4 books (1991β2002)
Start with Shadow of a Doubt, the first of 4 books in the Charley Sloan series.
Start this series with Shadow of a Doubt
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Shadow of a Doubt |
| 2 | Death Penalty |
| 3 | The Judgment |
| 4 | Proof of Intent(With: Walter Sorrells) |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing14 books (1968β2024)
Start with The Dividend Was Death., the first of 14 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Dividend Was Death.
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Dividend Was Death. |
| 2 | The Destruction Committee |
| 3 | The Grinding Mill |
| 4 | The Stalking Man |
| 5 | Day of Wrath |
| 6 | The Mark of Cain(As: Sean A. Key) |
| 7 | Cain's Chinese Puzzle(As: Sean A. Key) |
| 8 | The Twelve Apostles |
| 9 | Her Father's Daughter |
| 10 | Her Honor |
| 11 | In The Presence of Enemies |
| 12 | The Heart of Justice |
| 13 | The Court |
| 14 | No More Dreams |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has William J. Coughlin written?
- William J. Coughlin has written 18 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1968 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each William J. Coughlin series?
- Here are the first books in William J. Coughlin's series: Charley Sloan: Shadow of a Doubt.
- What order should I read William J. Coughlin's books?
- We recommend reading William J. Coughlin's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is William J. Coughlin still writing new books?
- Yes, William J. Coughlin has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

