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Joseph O'Loughlin

by Michael Robotham

9 books Started 2004 Latest 2018
Publication Reading Order

The Joseph O'Loughlin is a Crime Fiction series by Michael Robotham, made up of 9 books published between 2004 and 2018. It begins with The Suspect (2004), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Other Wife (2018), spanning 14 years of storytelling.

9books
14years active
2decades
~1.8yrs between books
2018latest release
# Title Year Buy
2000s
1 The Suspect 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Lost / The Drowning Man 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Shatter / The Sleep of Reason 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
4 Bleed for Me Ned Kelly Award 2010Full award history → 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 The Wreckage 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Say You're Sorry 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Watching You 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Close Your Eyes 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 The Other WifeLatest Ned Kelly Award 2019Full award history → 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Joseph O'Loughlin series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Joseph O'Loughlin series?

Start with The Suspect (2004), the first book in the Joseph O'Loughlin series by Michael Robotham. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Joseph O'Loughlin series?

There are 9 books in the Joseph O'Loughlin series by Michael Robotham, published between 2004 and 2018.

What is the first book in the Joseph O'Loughlin series?

The first book in the Joseph O'Loughlin series is The Suspect, published in 2004 by Michael Robotham.

What is the latest book in the Joseph O'Loughlin series?

The most recent book in the Joseph O'Loughlin series is The Other Wife (2018) by Michael Robotham.

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About Michael Robotham

Michael Robotham is an Australian author known for his psychological thrillers. Born in 1960, he worked as a journalist and political speechwriter before turning to writing fiction. Robotham's novels have garnered critical acclaim and multiple awards. His most famous works include "The Suspect" (2004), "The Wreckage" (2005), and the Vincent Ruiz series. These books have been translated into over 30 languages and sold millions of copies worldwide. Robotham's novels explore themes of guilt, redemption, and the dark side of human nature. His writing is characterized by its suspenseful plots, complex characters, and insights into the workings of the criminal mind. His awards include the Ned Kelly Award for Best Crime Fiction (multiple times), and the Crime Writers' Association Dagger Award.

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About the Joseph O'Loughlin series

Michael Robotham's Joseph O'Loughlin novels are psychologically rich British thrillers. Joe is a clinical psychologist living with early-onset Parkinson's disease, whose insight into damaged minds repeatedly draws him into dangerous investigations — and into the orbit of the haunted ex-detective Vincent Ruiz.

Robotham excels at moral complexity and at characters under unbearable pressure; Joe's deteriorating health adds a poignant vulnerability to the tension. The plotting is taut and the emotional stakes high.

Joe's life and recurring relationships develop across the series, so reading in order from "The Suspect" is recommended.