Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Dead Detective | 2014 | J. R. Rain | Buy |
| 2 | Deadbeat Dad | 2016 | J. R. Rain | Buy |
The Dead Detective series by J.R. Rain features a detective who doesn’t let death stop him from solving cases. The Dead Detective (2014) and Deadbeat Dad (2016) blend mystery with paranormal humor.
Rain is one of the most prolific authors in paranormal fiction, with dozens of series to his name. The Dead Detective takes his usual mix of supernatural elements and wry comedy and applies it to a detective who has to solve crimes while dealing with the complications of being dead. Deadbeat Dad adds family dynamics to the mix.
The two books are short and fast reads, typical of Rain’s style. He tends to write in quick installments that are easy to finish in a sitting or two. Readers who enjoy his Samantha Moon vampire novels will find a similar tone here, though the setting and concept are different.