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Andy Carpenter

by David Rosenfelt

32 books Started 2002 Latest 2025
Publication Reading Order

The Andy Carpenter is a Legal Thriller / Mystery series by David Rosenfelt, made up of 32 books published between 2002 and 2025. It begins with Open and Shut (2002), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is And to All a Good Bite (2025), spanning 23 years of storytelling.

32books
23years active
3decades
~0.7yrs between books
2025latest release
# Title Year Buy
2000s
1 Open and Shut 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 First Degree 2003 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Bury the Lead 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Sudden Death 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Dead Center 2006 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Play Dead 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 New Tricks 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
8 Dog Tags 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 One Dog Night 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Leader of the Pack 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 Unleashed 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Hounded 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Who Let the Dog Out? 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Outfoxed 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 The Twelve Dogs of Christmas 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 Collared 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 Rescued 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 Deck the Hounds 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 Bark of Night 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
20 Dachshund Through the Snow 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
21 Muzzled 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
22 Silent Bite 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
23 Dog Eat Dog 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
24 Best in Snow 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
25 Holy Chow 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
26 Santa's Little Yelpers 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
27 Flop Dead Gorgeous 2023 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
28 'Twas the Bite Before Christmas 2023 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
29 Dog Day Afternoon 2024 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
30 The More the Terrier 2024 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
31 Dogged Pursuit (Short Story)Latest 2025 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
32 And to All a Good Bite 2025 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Andy Carpenter series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Andy Carpenter series?

Start with Open and Shut (2002), the first book in the Andy Carpenter series by David Rosenfelt. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Andy Carpenter series?

There are 32 books in the Andy Carpenter series by David Rosenfelt, published between 2002 and 2025.

What is the first book in the Andy Carpenter series?

The first book in the Andy Carpenter series is Open and Shut, published in 2002 by David Rosenfelt.

What is the latest book in the Andy Carpenter series?

The most recent book in the Andy Carpenter series is And to All a Good Bite (2025) by David Rosenfelt.

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About David Rosenfelt

David Rosenfelt is an American author best known for his mystery novels featuring attorney Andy Carpenter and his golden retriever, Tara. Born in 1947 in Paterson, New Jersey, he practiced law for nearly 30 years before pursuing writing full-time. Rosenfelt's debut novel, "Open and Shut," was published in 2002 and received Edgar Award nominations for Best First Mystery and Best Novel. Subsequent books in the series, all featuring Andy Carpenter, have also gained critical acclaim. Rosenfelt's novels have been translated into over 20 languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide. In addition to his mystery series, Rosenfelt has written several stand-alone novels and short stories. He has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Barry Award for Best Legal Thriller and the Macavity Award for Best Novel. Rosenfelt's work is praised for its compelling characters, witty dialogue, and insightful legal perspectives. He continues to write and engage with his readers through his website and social media.

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