Bobby Cole Standalone Novels books in order

Bobby Cole's standalone novels are Southern-set thrillers featuring ordinary people caught in dangerous, high-stakes situations in the rural Deep South.
Series · Thriller · Southern Fiction · Mystery · Adventure

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Rented Mule 2014 Bobby Cole Buy
2 Silent Approach 2017 Bobby Cole Buy

Bobby Cole’s standalone novels carry the same Southern flavor and thriller energy as his Jake Crosby series, but each tells its own self-contained story. The Rented Mule (2014) and Silent Approach (2017) both drop their characters into tense, unpredictable situations where survival depends on quick thinking and grit.

These books work well for readers who enjoy thrillers with a strong sense of place. Cole sets his stories in the rural South, where the isolation of the landscape raises the stakes and limits options for escape. If you like outdoor-flavored suspense without needing to follow a continuing series, these standalone novels are a good entry point to Cole’s writing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Bobby Cole Standalone Novels series?

There are two books in the Bobby Cole Standalone Novels series, published between 2014 and 2017.

What is the first book in the Bobby Cole Standalone Novels series?

The first book in the Bobby Cole Standalone Novels series is The Rented Mule, published in 2014.

Do you need to read the Jake Crosby series before reading Bobby Cole's standalone novels?

No. The Rented Mule and Silent Approach are standalone stories with their own characters and plots. They share Cole’s signature Southern setting and thriller pacing but are completely independent from the Jake Crosby books.

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