Jeff Resnick is the protagonist of the Jeff Resnick Mystery series and its companion collection Jeff Resnick’s Personal Files by Lorraine Bartlett / Lorna Barrett (writing as L.L. Bartlett). A former insurance investigator in Buffalo, New York, Jeff’s life changed after a vicious mugging left him with brain injuries and psychic abilities he never asked for.
The series follows Jeff as he reconnects with his half-brother Richard and reluctantly puts his new powers to use solving crimes. The main novels run from Murder on the Mind (2005) through Shadow Man (2023), while the Personal Files short stories fill in gaps between the novels and explore Jeff’s backstory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jeff Resnick?
Jeff Resnick is the main character of the Jeff Resnick Mystery series by L.L. Bartlett (Lorraine Bartlett). He is a former insurance investigator who gained psychic abilities after a violent mugging that left him with brain injuries.
How many books feature Jeff Resnick?
Jeff Resnick appears in eight main novels and eight companion short stories/novellas (Jeff Resnick’s Personal Files), published between 2005 and 2023.
What are Jeff Resnick's psychic powers?
After a brutal mugging in a Buffalo, New York parking lot, Jeff developed uncontrollable psychic abilities that allow him to sense things about people and crimes. He reluctantly uses these powers to help solve cases, often working alongside his half-brother Richard.