Pearce books in order

The Pearce series by Allan Guthrie follows Edinburgh hard man Pearce through two violent, darkly comic crime novels.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Kiss Her Goodbye 2005 Allan Guthrie Buy
2 Hard Man 2007 Allan Guthrie Buy

The Pearce series consists of two novels featuring the title character, a rough Edinburgh criminal. Kiss Her Goodbye (2005) puts Pearce in a desperate situation after his daughter dies, and Hard Man (2007) finds him caught up in another mess involving family and violence.

Both books are quick, punchy reads with the kind of black humor and brutal action that defines Allan Guthrie’s crime fiction. Pearce is not a likable hero in any traditional sense, but readers who enjoy morally gray protagonists and Scottish noir will find him hard to put down.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Pearce series?

There are two books in the Pearce series, published between 2005 and 2007.

What is the first book in the Pearce series?

The first book in the Pearce series is Kiss Her Goodbye, published in 2005.

Who is Pearce?

Pearce is a Edinburgh criminal who appears in Kiss Her Goodbye and Hard Man. He is a tough, morally compromised character trying to survive in a violent world.

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