Where Do The Joanna Brady Crossover Books Fit Into The Reading Order?

2026-07-25 20:45:54
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JackPage
JackPage
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Reading order lists online are notoriously conflicting. Some say to read 'Partner in Crime' after Brady #8, some say after #9. I think the discrepancy comes from whether you're counting by publication sequence or internal timeline. The internal timeline sometimes has a book set before its publication date. I'd trust the author's website or a major fan site for the most authoritative list.
2026-07-26 19:04:40
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DanSharp
DanSharp
Detail Spotter Editor
I see them as 'What If?' stories. What if Joanna had to collaborate with a homicide detective from a major city? What if a case dragged in a tech journalist from Phoenix? It explores her adaptability. That's the real value—not plot, but character observation. So slot them in where they fall chronologically to see that adaptability tested at different points in her career.
2026-07-27 17:51:38
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LuxPage
LuxPage
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The fandom wiki is your best friend here. They usually have a 'Publication Order' list and a 'Chronological Order' list. The chronological is the one that integrates the crossovers. It's not officially sanctioned, but it's compiled by readers who note all the date references. It's surprisingly satisfying to follow, like watching a TV series in airing order versus timeline order.
2026-07-28 18:09:04
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SeanLewis
SeanLewis
Twist Chaser Editor
For what it's worth, I read 'Judgment Call' first, having read zero Brady or Reynolds books, and only a couple Beaumont. I was never lost. The book introduces everyone adequately. The mystery was self-contained. So honestly, don't stress. Read what you can get your hands on. If you fall in love with the world, you'll naturally seek out the rest in whatever order you find them.
2026-07-29 21:52:33
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JackBook
JackBook
Expert Teacher
The crossovers actually helped me get into the Beaumont series. I was a dedicated Brady reader, picked up 'Partner in Crime' when it slotted into my order, and ended up really liking J.P. Beaumont's voice. So I went back and started his series from the beginning. In that sense, they work great as promotional samples. If you're curious about Jance's other work, these books are a perfect low-commitment trial.
2026-07-30 03:48:00
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