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ⓘ About Brian Garfield
Brian’s novel “Hopscotch” won an Edgar Award for Best Novel of the Year, and was also adapted into a 1980 film of the same name, which Garfield penned the screenplay for and co-produced. His best known novel “Death Wish” has been adapted twice, once in 1974 which starred Charles Bronson and kicked off a five film franchise, and then again in 2018 with Bruce Willis. “Death Sentence”, the sequel to “Death Wish”, was adapted by James Wan in 2007 and starred Kevin Bacon. “Relentless” was adapted into a 1977 TV movie. “Fear in a Handful of Dust” was adapted into the movie “Fleshburn, while “Wild Times” was the basis for a 1980 TV mini series. Brian was born in New York City on January 26, 1939 to Frances O’Brien and George Garfield. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, Brian Garfield has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by Brian Garfield
Trail Drive
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Cattlemen Books with Trail Drive, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Rio Chama
Rio Chama is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Cattlemen Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
Massacre Basin
Massacre Basin is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Cattlemen Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
The Arizonans
The Arizonans is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Cattlemen Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
The Lawbringers
The Lawbringers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Lawbringers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
Arizona
Arizona is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Lawbringers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
The Big Snow
The Big Snow is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Lawbringers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
High Storm
High Storm is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Lawbringers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
Vultures in the Sun
Vultures in the Sun is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Lawbringers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
Call Me Hazard
Call Me Hazard continues the Publication Order of The Lawbringers Books story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mr. Sixgun
Mr. Sixgun is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Marshal Jeremy Six Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
The Night It Rained Bullets
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Marshal Jeremy Six Books with The Night It Rained Bullets, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
The Bravos
The Bravos is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Marshal Jeremy Six Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
The Proud Riders
The Proud Riders is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Marshal Jeremy Six Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
A Badge for a Badman
A Badge for a Badman continues the Publication Order of Marshal Jeremy Six Books story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Brand of the Gun
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Marshal Jeremy Six Books with Brand of the Gun, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Gundown
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Marshal Jeremy Six Books with Gundown, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
The Last Outlaw
The Last Outlaw continues the Publication Order of The Outlaws Books story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dragoon Pass
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Outlaws Books with Dragoon Pass, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Arizona Rider
Arizona Rider continues the Publication Order of The Outlaws Books story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Lynch Law Canyon
Lynch Law Canyon continues the Publication Order of The Outlaws Books story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Lusty Breed
The Lusty Breed is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Outlaws Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
Death Wish
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death Wish as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Paul Benjamin Books series showcases Brian Garfield's mastery of suspense.
Death Sentence
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death Sentence as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Paul Benjamin Books series showcases Brian Garfield's mastery of suspense.
Relentless
Relentless continues the Publication Order of Sam Watchman Books story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Threepersons Hunt
The Threepersons Hunt continues the Publication Order of Sam Watchman Books story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Seven Brave Men
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Seven Brave Men, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
The Last Bridge
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Last Bridge, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
The Villiers Touch
The Villiers Touch continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
What of Terry Conniston?
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with What of Terry Conniston?, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Deep Cover
Deep Cover continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Tripwire
Tripwire continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Kolchak's Gold
Kolchak's Gold continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Line of Succession
Line of Succession continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Romanov Succession
The Romanov Succession is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
Hopscotch
Hopscotch is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
Target Manhattan
Target Manhattan continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Last Hard Men
The Last Hard Men is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
Recoil
Recoil is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
Fear in a Handful of Dust
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Fear in a Handful of Dust, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Wild Times
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Wild Times, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
The Marchand Woman
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Marchand Woman, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Sliphammer
Sliphammer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
The Paladin
The Paladin is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
Sweeny's Honor
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Sweeny's Honor, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
The Hit
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Hit, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
The Vanquished
The Vanquished is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
Valley of the Shadow
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Valley of the Shadow, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Necessity
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Necessity, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Bugle and Spur
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Bugle and Spur, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Apache Canyon
Apache Canyon continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Manifest Destiny
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Manifest Destiny, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Justice at Spanish Flat
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Justice at Spanish Flat, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Checkpoint Charlie
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Checkpoint Charlie, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
Suspended Sentences
Suspended Sentences is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
The Thousand-Mile War
Conflict and courage define The Thousand-Mile War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Brian Garfield that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Western Films
Western Films continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Meinertzhagen Mystery
The Meinertzhagen Mystery is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Garfield have come to expect.
The Crime of My Life
The investigation intensifies in The Crime of My Life, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Brian Garfield's creation.
Tales of Terror
Tales of Terror continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Garfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dark Crimes 2
The investigation intensifies in Dark Crimes 2, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Brian Garfield's creation.
The Best of the American West II
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best of the American West II, another outstanding contribution from Brian Garfield.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Brian Garfield?
Brian Garfield is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 62 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Cattlemen Books, Publication Order of The Lawbringers Books, Publication Order of Marshal Jeremy Six Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Brian Garfield series to start with?
For readers new to Brian Garfield's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 27 books. Begin with Seven Brave Men to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Brian Garfield written?
Brian Garfield has written over 62 books across 10 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Brian Garfield books in order?
Yes, reading Brian Garfield's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does Brian Garfield write in?
Brian Garfield writes primarily in fiction. With 10 series across 62 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Brian Garfield's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Brian Garfield's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is Brian Garfield's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Brian Garfield's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, Seven Brave Men, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.