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ⓘ About John Brady
John Brady is an Irish author of mystery and thrillers novels popularly known for his acclaimed Inspector Matt Minogue mystery series. Having lived in Dublin all his life, he divides his time between Ireland and Canada where he and his wife raise their children. John moved to Canada in his twenties and has worked as an RCMP clerical officer, bank official, and a teacher. His seventh book in Inspector Matt Minogue series explores Dublin’s fast-growing economy and its aftermath at every level in the society. In 1988 his book A Stone of the Heart won Arthur Ellis Award for the best debut novel category. The Heart of Stone The first book in the Inspector Minogue series introduces us to Jarlath Walsh. He’s a shy and idealistic student of Trinity College Dublin.
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Who is John Brady?
John Brady is an Irish author of mystery and thrillers novels popularly known for his acclaimed Inspector Matt Minogue mystery series. Having lived in Dublin all his life, he divides his time between Ireland and Canada where he and his wife raise their children. John moved to Canada in his twenties and has worked as an RCMP clerical officer, bank official, and a teacher.
Which John Brady series should I start with?
The best place to start is the Inspector Matt Minogue series, the earliest of John Brady's multi-book series: it opens with A Stone of the Heart (1988) and runs to 10 books across 1988–2009, ending with The Coast Road (2009).
How many books has John Brady written?
John Brady has 13 books catalogued in this guide, published between 1988 and 2024. 12 of them belong to 3 named series — the largest being the Inspector Matt Minogue series with 10 books — and 1 is a standalone title, collection or anthology.
In what order should John Brady's series be read?
Read each series in publication order — the numbered entries in each series follow the year each book first appeared. John Brady's series do not depend on one another, so they can be started in any order; by start date they are Inspector Matt Minogue (1988–2009, 10 books), Inspektor Kimmel (2006, 1 book) and Sergeant Tommy Malone (2018, 1 book).
How are John Brady's books organised into series?
This guide splits John Brady's 13 books into 3 named series and 1 title that stands alone or appear only in collections: Inspector Matt Minogue (10 books, 1988–2009); Inspektor Kimmel (1 book, 2006); Sergeant Tommy Malone (1 book, 2018).