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ⓘ About James Caine
When he is not writing mysteries, he can usually be found reading or writing psychological thrillers or watching one. Since his wife hates it, he makes up for it by agreeing to watch one Romantic Comedy when she watches his thrillers with him. When he has the time, he likes to interact with his fans through his newsletter where he gives updates on upcoming works. “The In-Laws” by James Caine is a claustrophobic thriller cum family drama that will keep you on the edge of your seat right to the very end. After a very long drive, they have to get out and hike for several hours before they meet her fiance’s demented dad and his sour-faced mother.
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The Wife Across the Street
Latest in the series · book 16 of 16 · published 2026
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is James Caine?
When he is not writing mysteries, he can usually be found reading or writing psychological thrillers or watching one. Since his wife hates it, he makes up for it by agreeing to watch one Romantic Comedy when she watches his thrillers with him. When he has the time, he likes to interact with his fans through his newsletter where he gives updates on upcoming works. “The In-Laws” by James Caine is a claustrophobic thriller cum family drama that will keep you on the edge of your seat right to the very end.
Which James Caine series should I start with?
James Caine's books stand alone rather than forming a numbered series, so there is no reading order to follow. The natural first pick is The Girl Outside (2022).
How many books has James Caine written?
James Caine has 19 books catalogued in this guide, published between 2022 and 2026. They are filed under 2 categories rather than in numbered series — chiefly Standalone Novels and Short Stories/Novellas.
In what order should James Caine's series be read?
No reading order is needed: none of the 19 books catalogued here do not form a numbered series, so any title can be picked up first. Within each category they are listed by publication year.
How are James Caine's books organised into series?
This guide splits James Caine's 19 books into categories rather than numbered series: Standalone Novels (16 books); Short Stories/Novellas (3 books).