Order of Robert Crais Books
Robert Crais is an American novelist who specializes in detective fiction and thrillers. He started out writing scripts for detective shows such as Miami Vice and L.A. Law. His influences include such novelists as Raymond Chandler, Ernest Hemingway and Robert B. Parker. He is best known for his Elvis Cole/Joe Pike series.
Crais’ debut in the world of fiction was The Monkey’s Raincoat in 1987 – the first of the Elvis Cole series. Aside from the Cole/Pike series, he has also written three standalone novels. One of which, Hostage, was adapted into a Bruce Willis film of the same name. Crais refuses to sell the rights to Cole and Pike, however.
Below is a list of all of Robert Crais’ published works in order of when they were originally released:
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Publication Order of Elvis Cole & Joe Pike Books
Publication Order of Scott James & Maggie Books
| Suspect | (2013) | Description / Buy at Amazon.com |
| The Promise | (2015) | Description / Buy at Amazon.com |
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
| Demolition Angel | (2000) | Description / Buy at Amazon.com |
| Hostage | (2001) | Description / Buy at Amazon.com |
| The Two Minute Rule | (2006) | Description / Buy at Amazon.com |
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
| The Man Who Knew Dick Bong | (2011) | Description / Buy at Amazon.com |
Publication Order of Mysterious Profiles Books
Publication Order of Anthologies
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I have read all but 3 of his books. The only thing I DO NOT like is his Using the WORD GD. I can count over 50 plus times he will write it into his book. He does not use any other cuse words but this one. I love his work but I will have to RETHINK reading anymore of his books.
I read that you are coming out with a new book, still untitled, on 2/17/22. is there now a name for the book and is it on schedule to meet 2/17/22?
There doesn’t appear to be any news on the title or publication date yet.
Read 7 of your books. Bought rest so I can read in order. Comparable to Harlan Coben. Keep ’em coming.
I just re-read all the novels, in anticipation of the next in the series, due in 2 months. My favorites are “Taken” and the stand alone “Suspect”.
I love the Elvis Cole series. They make me laugh and sometimes they make me cry.
I just read Suspect and absolutely loved it.
Suggestion: Add “Suspect” to the Stand-alone novels
His books are excellent! I especially like the Pike Novels!
I agree with Cathy, they do best read in order! They get better and better!!
I started with “The Monkey’s Raincoat” and recommend readers read them in the order of publication and as RCrais wrote them. I saw where Elvis who is such a great character, developed and even changed. n an interview RC said that he consciously changed his personality by toning him down. But it’s my feeling that they should be read in order. Regardless of the order, they move fast with a great storyline and pace, so read them all.
I recommend reading “The Watchman” which is the first Joe Pike novel, then read “The Monkey’s Raincoat” and read them in order. Skip the second book, “Stalking the Angel”. My favorite books are “The First Rule” and “the Watchman”, the pace is fast, all of Robert Crais books are like a great summer movie in a book. Action packed !
JUST GREAT – A MUST READ