D.W. Buffa Books in Order

D.W. Buffa is a critically acclaimed author of crime fiction novels. Born in San Francisco and raised in the Bay Area, he brings a unique perspective to his writing, drawing from his experiences as a former criminal defense attorney. A graduate of Michigan State University and the University of Chicago, where he earned both an M.A. and a Ph.D. in political science, Buffa also holds a J.D. degree from Wayne State University. His seven Joseph Antonelli novels offer a firsthand glimpse into the world of courtroom law, as seen through the eyes of a seasoned defense attorney. Published by Henry Holt and Co., Buffa's first novel, The Defense, debuted in 1997 to critical acclaim, with The New York Times praising it as "an accomplished first novel." His subsequent novels, including The Prosecution, The Judgment, The Legacy, Star Witness, and Breach of Trust, have solidified his reputation as a masterful storyteller.