Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Very Bad Deaths | 2002 | Spider Robinson | Buy |
| 2 | Very Hard Choices | 2008 | Spider Robinson | Buy |
Spider Robinson’s Russell Walker/Zandor Zudenigo/Nika Mandic Mysteries series pairs its three title characters in stories that mix mystery with speculative elements. Very Bad Deaths kicked off the series in 2002, and Very Hard Choices arrived six years later in 2008. The gap between the two books suggests a deliberate return to these characters rather than a rushed follow-up.
The series is compact at just two novels, but both are substantial enough to stand on their own while rewarding readers who tackle them in order. Start with Very Bad Deaths to meet the cast and understand the setup that Very Hard Choices builds on.