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Start with The Next Accident and continue through all 31 books in the listed reading order.

31 books
Published 2001 to 2025
Status: Possibly ongoing

About This Series

Lisa Gardner's series is a captivating collection of mystery thrillers that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Known for her intricate plots and well-developed characters, Gardner delivers suspenseful narratives that explore the darker sides of human nature. Her books are a must-read for anyone who enjoys a gripping mystery with unexpected twists and turns.

What sets Lisa Gardner's series apart is her ability to weave complex psychological elements into her stories, making each book a thought-provoking experience. Her exploration of themes like justice, redemption, and the human psyche resonates with readers who crave more than just a simple whodunit. Ideal for fans of psychological thrillers and crime fiction, Gardner's books offer a deep dive into the minds of both her protagonists and antagonists.

For those new to Lisa Gardner's work, starting with "The Next Accident" is recommended to fully appreciate the development of recurring characters and overarching themes. While some books can stand alone, reading them in order enhances the overall experience and understanding of character progression.

Although no thought leaders from GurusReads have recommended this series yet, it's perfect for readers who enjoy unraveling complex mysteries and appreciate a well-crafted narrative. If you're a fan of authors like Gillian Flynn or Tana French, Lisa Gardner's series will undoubtedly be a thrilling addition to your reading list.

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The Next Accident

Start with The Next Accident

Book 1 by Lisa Gardner • Published 2001

When his daughter dies in what appears to be a drunk driving crash, FBI profiler Pierce Quincy suspects murder. Teaming up with ex cop Rainie Conner, he hunts a mastermind who is targeting everyone he loves and using...

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Lisa Gardner reading order

Ends with When You See Me

  1. 1
    The Next Accident

    Book 1:The Next Accident

    Lisa Gardner • 2001

    When his daughter dies in what appears to be a drunk driving crash, FBI profiler Pierce Quincy suspects murder. Teaming up with ex cop Rainie Conner, he hunts a mastermind who is targeting everyone he loves and using...

  2. 2
    Gone

    Book 2:Gone

    Lisa Gardner • 2006

    Ex FBI profiler Pierce Quincy returns home to find his wife Rainie’s car abandoned on an Oregon highway, engine running and purse on the seat. With few clues and the media circling, Quincy must confront Rainie’s past...

  3. 3
    The 7th Month

    Book 3:The 7th Month

    Lisa Gardner • 2012

    Seven months pregnant, D.D. Warren takes a side job advising on a serial killer movie shooting in a Boston graveyard. When the film’s former police consultant is found beaten to death, she suddenly finds herself chasi...

  4. 4
    Crash & Burn

    Book 4:Crash & Burn

    Lisa Gardner • 2015

    After a horrific car crash on a rural New Hampshire road, Nicky Frank wakes in the hospital insisting a little girl named Vero is missing. Her husband swears no such child exists. Sergeant Wyatt Foster and Tessa Leoni...

  5. 5
    The Laughing Buddha: Malachai Samuels vs. D.D. Warren

    Book 5:The Laughing Buddha: Malachai Samuels vs. D.D. Warren

    Lisa Gardner • 2015

    In this crossover short story, Boston detective D.D. Warren investigates the murder of a psychologist and a missing jade Buddha statue. Her search leads her to past life researcher Malachai Samuels, and the unlikely p...

  6. 6
    3 Truths and a Lie

    Book 6:3 Truths and a Lie

    Lisa Gardner • 2016

    Asked to teach a roomful of thriller writers how homicide really works, D.D. Warren presents one of her strangest cases: a seedy motel room, drugs, prostitution, and a severed leg. She dares the class to spot which pa...

  7. 7
    The 4th Man

    Book 7:The 4th Man

    Lisa Gardner • 2016

    Five years after a young woman is strangled in a college library stairwell, only her missing sneakers and three possible suspects remain. Pierce Quincy and Rainie Conner reexamine the cold case for Boston police, dete...

  8. 8
    Right Behind You

    Book 8:Right Behind You

    Lisa Gardner • 2017

    Eight years ago, Sharlah Nash’s older brother killed their abusive father to save them both. Now thirteen and about to be adopted by profilers Pierce Quincy and Rainie Conner, Sharlah learns her brother may be on a ne...

  9. 9
    The Guy Who Died Twice

    Book 9:The Guy Who Died Twice

    Lisa Gardner • 2019

    A panicked man walks into Boston homicide convinced he is already dead, only to be sent home very much alive. Hours later his body turns up for real, and D.D. Warren must untangle fraud, mistaken identity, and murder...

  10. 10
    Before She Disappeared

    Book 10:Before She Disappeared

    Lisa Gardner • 2021

    Recovering alcoholic Frankie Elkin drifts into Boston’s Mattapan neighborhood to search for Angelique Badeau, a Haitian teenager missing for months. With no badge and few allies, Frankie navigates gangs, wary families...

  11. 11
    One Step Too Far

    Book 11:One Step Too Far

    Lisa Gardner • 2022

    Five years after Timothy O’Day vanished during a bachelor party camping trip in Wyoming, his father mounts one final search. Frankie Elkin joins the small team heading into the national forest, only to discover that s...

  12. 12
    Still See You Everywhere

    Book 12:Still See You Everywhere

    Lisa Gardner • 2024

    Death row serial killer Kaylee Pierson asks Frankie Elkin to find her long missing sister before her execution date. The trail leads to a remote private island where a tech billionaire is building an eco resort, and w...

  13. 13
    Kiss Her Goodbye

    Book 13:Kiss Her Goodbye

    Lisa Gardner • 2025

    In Tucson’s blistering heat, Frankie Elkin searches for Sabera Ahmadi, an Afghan refugee and young mother who vanished three weeks earlier. A shocking video, a domineering husband, and a child with an extraordinary me...

  14. 14
    Alone

    Book 14:Alone

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  15. 15
    Catch Me

    Book 15:Catch Me

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  16. 16
    Fear Nothing

    Book 16:Fear Nothing

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  17. 17
    Find Her

    Book 17:Find Her

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  18. 18
    Hide

    Book 18:Hide

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  19. 19
    Live to Tell

    Book 19:Live to Tell

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  20. 20
    Look For Me

    Book 20:Look For Me

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  21. 21
    Love You More

    Book 21:Love You More

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    Never Tell

    Book 22:Never Tell

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  23. 23
    Say Goodbye

    Book 23:Say Goodbye

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  24. 24
    The Killing Hour

    Book 24:The Killing Hour

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  25. 25
    The Neighbor

    Book 25:The Neighbor

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  26. 26
    The Other Daughter

    Book 26:The Other Daughter

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  27. 27
    The Perfect Husband

    Book 27:The Perfect Husband

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  28. 28
    The Survivors Club

    Book 28:The Survivors Club

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  29. 29
    The Third Victim

    Book 29:The Third Victim

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    Touch & Go

    Book 30:Touch & Go

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    When You See Me

    Book 31:When You See Me

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Lisa Gardner FAQ

What is the best order to read the Lisa Gardner series?

The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with The Next Accident.

How many books are in the Lisa Gardner series?

There are 31 books currently listed in the Lisa Gardner series on GurusReads.

Where should I start with the Lisa Gardner series?

New readers should start with The Next Accident, the first book in the reading order.

Is the Lisa Gardner series complete?

Based on the publication years we have, the series appears possibly ongoing and spans releases from 2001 to 2025.