Burnside Mystery books in order

The Burnside Mystery series by David Chill follows a former football player turned Los Angeles private investigator through thirteen cases, all with football-themed titles.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Post Pattern 2013 David Chill Buy
2 Fade Route 2013 David Chill Buy
3 Bubble Screen 2014 David Chill Buy
4 Safety Valve 2014 David Chill Buy
5 Corner Blitz 2015 David Chill Buy
6 Nickel Package 2015 David Chill Buy
7 Double Pass 2016 David Chill Buy
8 Tampa Two 2017 David Chill Buy
9 Flea Flicker 2018 David Chill Buy
10 Swim Move 2019 David Chill Buy
11 Hard Count 2020 David Chill Buy
12 Jet Sweep 2021 David Chill Buy
13 Bull Rush 2022 David Chill Buy

The Burnside Mystery series follows a Los Angeles private investigator who played college football before switching careers. Starting with Post Pattern (2013), each book takes its title from a football term while telling a standalone mystery story. The series ran steadily from 2013 through Bull Rush (2022).

David Chill published the thirteen books at a consistent pace, typically one or two per year. The LA setting, the PI format, and the football connection give the series a clear identity within the crowded mystery genre.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Burnside Mystery series?

There are thirteen books in the Burnside Mystery series, published between 2013 and 2022.

What is the first book in the Burnside Mystery series?

The first book in the Burnside Mystery series is Post Pattern, published in 2013.

Why do the Burnside Mystery books have football-themed titles?

The protagonist, Burnside, is a former college football player, and the football terminology in each title reflects his athletic background. The naming convention runs through all thirteen books in the series, from Post Pattern to Bull Rush.

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