Dave Brandstetter Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Dave Brandstetter books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Fadeout
Buy on Amazon1970
Death Claims
Buy on Amazon1973
Troublemaker
Buy on Amazon1975
The Man Everybody Was Afraid Of
Buy on Amazon1978
Skinflick
Buy on Amazon1979
Gravedigger
Buy on Amazon1982
Nightwork
Buy on Amazon1984
Brandstetter and Other Stories
Buy on Amazon1984
The Little Dog Laughed
Buy on Amazon1986
Early Graves
Buy on Amazon1987
Obedience
Buy on Amazon1989
The Boy Who Was Buried This Morning
Buy on Amazon1990
A Country of Old Men
Buy on Amazon1991
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Dave Brandstetter series is publication order: 1. Fadeout (1970), 2. Death Claims (1973), 3. Troublemaker (1975), 4. The Man Everybody Was Afraid Of (1978), 5. Skinflick (1979), and 8 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Dave Brandstetter series by Joseph Hansen contains 13 books. The series began in 1970 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
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