A Cordell Logan Mystery books in order

The Cordell Logan Mystery series by David Freed follows a sardonic flight instructor and ex-government operative through six mystery novels published from 2012 to 2017.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Flat Spin 2012 David Freed Buy
2 Fangs Out 2013 David Freed Buy
3 Voodoo Ridge 2014 David Freed Buy
4 The Three-Nine Line 2015 David Freed Buy
5 Hot Start 2016 David Freed Buy
6 The Kill Circle 2017 David Freed Buy

The Cordell Logan Mystery series introduces a protagonist who gave up his career as a government killer to teach people how to fly Cessnas. Flat Spin (2012) sets the tone with Logan’s combination of combat skills, sarcasm, and reluctant involvement in a murder case. Fangs Out (2013), Voodoo Ridge (2014), The Three-Nine Line (2015), Hot Start (2016), and The Kill Circle (2017) continue the pattern.

Each book brings a new case that forces Logan to use skills he would rather forget, while his personal life provides ongoing complications. The aviation world is woven into the plots naturally, and Freed’s ear for witty dialogue keeps the tone entertaining even when the cases turn dark.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the A Cordell Logan Mystery series?

There are six books in the A Cordell Logan Mystery series, published between 2012 and 2017.

What is the first book in the A Cordell Logan Mystery series?

The first book in the A Cordell Logan Mystery series is Flat Spin, published in 2012.

Is Cordell Logan like Jack Reacher?

Both are ex-government operatives, but Logan is more of a wisecracker than a warrior. He teaches flying lessons, drives a beat-up car, and solves crimes through wit and investigation rather than brute force. The books have a lighter tone than the Reacher series.

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