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Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano

Bestselling Author • 2 Series • 17 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Jake Phillips Books
Start with: Mr. X (1995)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: The Take (1987)

About Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano

Eugene Izzi was a renowned American novelist of mystery, crime fiction, and thriller novels. He was best known for his book called The Criminalist and for adopting the hard-boiled style to write his novels. Some of the popular standalone books written by Izzi include Invasions, The Take, The Booster, Bad Guys, Prowlers, Safe Harbor, King of the Hustlers, The Prime Roll, A Matter of Honor, etc. Izzi remained a citizen of Chicago throughout his life and set most of his novels in that city. He was deeply influenced by the popular hard-boiled style of authors Dashiell Hammett and Mickey Spillane and chose to use it in his novels as well. In spite of achieving moderate success in his writing career, Izzi became a popular named because of the unusual circumstances in which he died. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Jake Phillips Books series, Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano 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 Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano

Publication Order of Jake Phillips Books
2 books 1995–1996
1

Mr. X

Mr. X continues the Publication Order of Jake Phillips Books story arc with Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
2

Jaded

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jake Phillips Books with Jaded, another outstanding contribution from Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano.

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1996
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
15 books 1987–1999
1

The Take

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Take, another outstanding contribution from Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano.

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1987
2

Bad Guys

Bad Guys continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
3

The Eighth Victim

The Eighth Victim is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano have come to expect.

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1988
4

King of the Hustlers

King of the Hustlers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano have come to expect.

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1989
5

The Prime Roll

The Prime Roll is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano have come to expect.

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1990
6

Invasions

Invasions is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano have come to expect.

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1990
7

The Booster

The Booster is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano have come to expect.

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1990
8

Prowlers

Prowlers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano have come to expect.

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1991
9

Tribal Secrets

Tribal Secrets is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano have come to expect.

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1992
10

Tony's Justice

Tony's Justice is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano have come to expect.

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1993
11

Bulletin From The Street

Bulletin From The Street continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
12

Players

Players continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
13

A Matter of Honor

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Matter of Honor, another outstanding contribution from Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano.

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1997
14

The Criminalist

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Criminalist, another outstanding contribution from Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano.

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1998
15

Safe Harbor

Safe Harbor continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano?

Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano is a bestselling author known for 2 book series containing over 17 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Jake Phillips Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano series to start with?

For readers new to Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano's work, the Publication Order of Jake Phillips Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 2 books. Begin with Mr. X to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano written?

Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano has written over 17 books across 2 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano books in order?

Yes, reading Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano'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 Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano write in?

Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano writes primarily in fiction. With 2 series across 17 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano'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 Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Eugene Izzi / Nick Gaitano's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Jake Phillips Books series. The first book, Mr. X, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.