Gerald A. Browne books

Gerald A. Browne was an American thriller and heist novelist best known for 11 Harrowhouse and Green Ice, both of which were adapted into feature films.

Standalone Novels

Title Published Buy on Amazon
It’s All Zoo 1968 Buy
11 Harrowhouse 1972 Buy
Hazard 1974 Buy
Slide 1976 Buy
Green Ice 1978 Buy
19 Purchase Street 1983 Buy
Stone 588 1986 Buy
Hot Siberian 1989 Buy
The Arousers 1989 Buy
The Ravishers 1989 Buy
18mm Blues 1993 Buy
Blue Pearls 1994 Buy
West 47th 1996 Buy
Uc-Rush 929 1999 Buy

Gerald A. Browne wrote fourteen novels between 1968 and 1999, specializing in high-stakes thrillers centered on elaborate heists and the precious gem trade. His breakthrough came with 11 Harrowhouse in 1972, a novel about a diamond heist that became a hit film. Green Ice followed in 1978, another gem-world thriller that was also adapted for the screen.

Browne had a fascination with the jewelry industry that ran through much of his work, from 18mm Blues to Stone 588 to West 47th. His novels combined meticulous research into the gem trade with fast-paced plotting and colorful characters. Though his output slowed after the 1990s, his early thrillers remain favorites among fans of heist fiction.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Gerald A. Browne written?

Gerald A. Browne has written fourteen books in one series.

What was Gerald A. Browne's first book?

Gerald A. Browne’s first book is It’s All Zoo, published in 1968.

Were any of Gerald A. Browne's novels adapted into films?

Yes, both 11 Harrowhouse (1972) and Green Ice (1978) were adapted into feature films. The 11 Harrowhouse movie starred Charles Grodin and was released in 1974, while Green Ice was filmed in 1981 with Ryan O’Neal.

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