J.P. Beaumont
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Until Proven Guilty (1985)
Start with Until Proven Guilty (1985), which is book 1, and read in publication order.
Start with Until Proven Guilty (1985), which is book 1, and read in publication order. The novels follow Seattle homicide detective J.P. Beaumont.
The complete reading order for the J.P. Beaumont series by J.A. Jance. Below you'll find the authoritative guide on how to read the books in order, including publication dates and chronological timeline placements.
Where to start
Start with Until Proven Guilty (1985), which is book 1, and read in publication order. The novels follow Seattle homicide detective J.P. Beaumont.
- •Partner in Crime (2002) and Fire and Ice (2009) are crossovers with the Joanna Brady series and are listed in both.
- •Ring in the Dead, Stand Down and Still Dead are novellas and Girls' Night Out is a short story; they are listed as optional extras at the end.
- •The Taken Ones is scheduled for 10 November 2026.
At a Glance
- First Book:Until Proven Guilty
- Latest Book:Girls' Night Out
- Timeline:1985 - 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions
What order should I read J.P. Beaumont in?
Start with Until Proven Guilty (1985), which is book 1, and read in publication order. The novels follow Seattle homicide detective J.P. Beaumont.
How many books are in J.P. Beaumont?
27 main books, published 1985–2026, plus 4 side stories.
Can I read J.P. Beaumont out of order?
It's best not to. The books build on each other, so reading out of order spoils earlier twists.
Which books in J.P. Beaumont are prequels, novellas or side stories?
"Ring in the Dead" (novella), "Stand Down" (novella), "Still Dead" (novella), "Girls' Night Out". Each is placed in the reading order below.