Mortimer Angel books in order

The reading order for Rob Leininger's Mortimer Angel series, nine Gumshoe mystery novels following a wisecracking PI in Reno, Nevada.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Gumshoe 2014 Rob Leininger Buy
2 Gumshoe for Two 2017 Rob Leininger Buy
3 Gumshoe on the Loose 2018 Rob Leininger Buy
4 Gumshoe Rock 2019 Rob Leininger Buy
5 Gumshoe in the Dark 2021 Rob Leininger Buy
6 Gumshoe Gone 2021 Rob Leininger Buy
7 Gumshoe Outlaw 2022 Rob Leininger Buy
8 Gumshoe on the Run 2023 Rob Leininger N/A
9 Gumshoe Luck 2024 Rob Leininger N/A

The Mortimer Angel series follows a reluctant private investigator in Reno who keeps finding himself at the center of murder cases. Mortimer Angel left the IRS for what he hoped would be a quieter life, but his new career as a PI has turned out to be anything but. The Gumshoe books are known for their fast pace, sharp banter, and a protagonist who narrates his own misadventures with considerable self-awareness.

Starting with Gumshoe in 2014, the series has grown to nine books. Each novel is self-contained enough for new readers, but returning fans will appreciate how Angel’s life and relationships develop across the series. The Reno setting gives the books a distinctive flavor, far from the usual New York or LA detective story backdrops.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Mortimer Angel series?

There are nine books in the Mortimer Angel series, published between 2014 and 2024.

What is the first book in the Mortimer Angel series?

The first book in the Mortimer Angel series is Gumshoe, published in 2014.

Who is Mortimer Angel?

Mortimer Angel is a former IRS agent who becomes a private investigator in Reno, Nevada. He has an uncanny ability to find dead bodies, a dry sense of humor, and a knack for getting into situations that are well above his pay grade. The series follows his increasingly complicated cases across nine books.

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