📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Caribbean Mystery Books Best for beginners - Start with "Jamaica Blue" (2002)
Publication Order of Lessor and Moore Mystery Books Popular choice - Start with "Stuff to Die For" (2006)
Publication Order of Quentin Archer Mystery Books Popular choice - Start with "Casting Bones" (2017)
Publication Order of Anthologies Popular choice - Start with "A Merry Band of Murderers" (2006)

About the Author

Author Sue Grafton vigorously supported the author’s debut novel Jamaica Blue, and subsequently, the book became a part of his Caribbean series. Bruns has also written another series, Stuffed series that features two Miami detectives in their mid-twenties. The novels have been highly praised for their humorous characters and compelling storyline. Stuff to Die For Stuff to Die For, the first book in Stuff series introduces us to James Lessor and Skip Moore. The two have been best friends since childhood, and now they are in their mid-20’s: immature and living in a tumbledown apartment in south Florida with the hopes that soon their lives will change for the best. The man with such goals for a better life in the future is James who gets Skip to go along with whatever he has in mind to. Don Bruns is the author of over 20 books across 4 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Caribbean Mystery Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Don Bruns has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Caribbean Mystery Books

5 books
  • Jamaica Blue In 'Jamaica Blue', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Caribbean Mystery Books saga.
    (2002) ⭐ Start here
  • Barbados Heat The Publication Order of Caribbean Mystery Books series continues with 'Barbados Heat', another thrilling entry from Don Bruns.
    (2003) ⭐ Start here
  • South Beach Shakedown In 'South Beach Shakedown', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Caribbean Mystery Books saga.
    (2006) ⭐ Start here
  • St. Barts Breakdown Experience the magic of 'St. Barts Breakdown' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Caribbean Mystery Books universe.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • Bahama Burnout The Publication Order of Caribbean Mystery Books series continues with 'Bahama Burnout', another thrilling entry from Don Bruns.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Lessor and Moore Mystery Books

7 books
  • Stuff to Die For The Publication Order of Lessor and Moore Mystery Books series continues with 'Stuff to Die For', another thrilling entry from Don Bruns.
    (2006)
  • Stuff Dreams Are Made Of Join the adventure in 'Stuff Dreams Are Made Of' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Lessor and Moore Mystery Books series by Don Bruns.
    (2008)
  • Stuff to Spy For In 'Stuff to Spy For', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Lessor and Moore Mystery Books saga.
    (2009)
  • Don't Sweat the Small Stuff In 'Don't Sweat the Small Stuff', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Lessor and Moore Mystery Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Too Much Stuff In 'Too Much Stuff', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Lessor and Moore Mystery Books saga.
    (2011)
  • Hot Stuff Join the adventure in 'Hot Stuff' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Lessor and Moore Mystery Books series by Don Bruns.
    (2012)
  • Reel Stuff 'Reel Stuff' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lessor and Moore Mystery Books series, set in the world Don Bruns has created.
    (2013)

Publication Order of Quentin Archer Mystery Books

3 books
  • Casting Bones Experience the magic of 'Casting Bones' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Quentin Archer Mystery Books universe.
    (2017)
  • Thrill Kill In 'Thrill Kill', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Quentin Archer Mystery Books series by Don Bruns.
    (2018)
  • No Second Chances Experience the magic of 'No Second Chances' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Quentin Archer Mystery Books universe.
    (2018)

Publication Order of Anthologies

5 books
  • A Merry Band of Murderers In 'A Merry Band of Murderers', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Don Bruns.
    (2006)
  • The Great Filling Station Holdup Join the adventure in 'The Great Filling Station Holdup' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Don Bruns.
    (2021)
  • Christmas Cookies Mysteries The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Christmas Cookies Mysteries', another thrilling entry from Don Bruns.
    (2021)
  • Thriller 'Thriller' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Don Bruns has created.
    (2023)
  • Bat Out of Hell The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Bat Out of Hell', another thrilling entry from Don Bruns.
    (2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Don Bruns?

Don Bruns is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 20 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Caribbean Mystery Books, Publication Order of Lessor and Moore Mystery Books, Publication Order of Quentin Archer Mystery Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Don Bruns book series to start with?

For readers new to Don Bruns's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Caribbean Mystery Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 5 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Don Bruns's writing.

Q: How many books has Don Bruns written?

Don Bruns has written over 20 books across 4 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.