Order of Joe Sixsmith Books
Joe Sixsmith is the central character in a series of crime fiction novels by English author Reginald Hill. Sixsmith was a lathe operator who is now a private investigator. The series is set in Luton, England. (more…)
Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books
Dalziel and Pascoe is a series of crime fiction novels by English author Reginald Hill. The series’ protagonists are Detective Superintendent Andy Dalziel and Detective Sergeant Peter Pascoe. The series is set in Yorkshire, England. Reginald breaks many traditions, including telling the story out of order and having Peter’s wife tell some of the story. The detectives do not always get the bad guy, which definitely adds to the unpredictability of the mysteries. The books were adapted to a BBC television series. (more…)
Order of Reginald Hill Books
Reginald Hill (1936-2012) was an English novelist of crime fiction. He is best known for his Dalziel and Pascoe series, set in Yorkshire. His novels used interesting structures, such as telling the story out of chronological order. In 1995, Reginald received the CWA Cartier Diamond Dagger for Lifetime Achievement. Hill passed away in January 2012 from a brain tumour. (more…)
Order of David Sedaris Books
David Sedaris is an American author, humourist and comedian. Sedaris got his break when he was discovered by Ira Glass, who got him to appear on his radio show. Most of his work consists of short stories and plays. His work is autobiographical and self-deprecating. He lives with his partner Hugh Hamrick, who is often brought up in David’s stories. (more…)
Order of Jackson Brodie Books
Jackson Brodie is the central character in a series of mystery novels by British author Kate Atkinson. Originally from Yorkshire, this former police inspector now works as a private investigator in Edinburgh in order to be near his daughter. Although he may look tough on the outside, deep-down he emphathizes with those he is there to help. The series has been adapted to the BBC series Case Histories, starring Jason Isaacs. (more…)
Order of Kate Atkinson Books
Kate Atkinson is an English author of literary mystery novels. Before she started writing fiction, Kate studied both English and American literature and then worked several jobs such as working as a legal secretary and as a teacher. Her writing has been praised for its strong wit, well-written characterizations and shocking twists. Kate’s Jackson Brodie series has been adapted to the BBC TV series Case Histories. She currently resides in Edinburgh, Scotland. (more…)
Warner Bros. Gets Rights to “The Son”
Written by Brandon Williams on Saturday, November 10th, 2012Warner Bros. has acquired film rights for Jo Nesbo‘s upcoming thriller novel The Son. The film will be produced by Kevin McCormick’s Langley Park company. (more…)
Order of Jonathan Stride Books
Jonathan Stride is the protagonist in a series of psychological suspense novels by American author Brian Freeman. Stride is a detective based in Las Vegas. The series weaves obsession, sex and revenge altogether (as you can expect from a tale set in Sin City) into a story with vivid characters and plot twists that are sure to shock the reader. (more…)
Order of Brian Freeman Books
Brian Freeman is an American novelist of psychological suspense novels. Many of his novels feature his Jonathan Stride character. Before entering into the world of fiction, Brian worked as a marketing and PR director for an international law firm. His novels have been translated into 17 languages and sold in nearly 50 countries. Brian lives in St. Paul, Minnesota with his wife Marcia. (more…)
Order of FBI Trilogy Books
The FBI Trilogy is a series of romantic suspense novels by American author MaryJanice Davidson. The series follows Cadence Jones, a special agent for the FBI who happens to be “psychologically gifted” (meaning she’s crazy). (more…)