Lawrence Block
Biography
Lawrence Block is a prolific and highly acclaimed author best known for his work on the Matthew Scudder series. With over 50 novels and numerous short stories to his name, Block has garnered a dedicated following of fans who appreciate his skillful storytelling and complex characters. Block's career as a writer began in the 1950s when he sold his first short story while still in college. Since then, he has gone on to win numerous awards, including multiple Edgar Awards from the Mystery Writers of America. His work has been praised for its realistic depiction of crime and its impact on individuals, as well as for its sharp dialogue and suspenseful plots. In addition to the Matthew Scudder series, Block has penned several other popular series, including the Bernie Rhodenbarr books and the Keller novels. His diverse body of work showcases his versatility as a writer and his ability to craft compelling tales across multiple genres. With a career spanning over six decades, Lawrence Block continues to captivate readers with his masterful storytelling and unforgettable characters.
Matthew Scudder
Books in the Matthew Scudder series by Lawrence Block
- A Long Line of Dead Men: A Matthew Scudder Mystery
- Even the Wicked : A Matthew Scudder Novel )
- Even the Wicked: A Matthew Scudder Novel
- Hope to Die: A Matthew Scudder Novel )
Matthew Scudder Crime
Books in the Matthew Scudder Crime series by Lawrence Block
- A Dance At The Slaughterhouse: A Matthew Scudder Crime Novel
- A Ticket To The Boneyard: A Matthew Scudder Crime Novel
- A Walk Among the Tombstones: A Matthew Scudder Crime Novel
- Devil Knows You're Dead, The: A Matthew Scudder Crime Novel
- Hope to Die: A Matthew Scudder Crime Novel )
- Out on the Cutting Edge: A Matthew Scudder Crime Novel
- The Devil Knows You're Dead: A Matthew Scudder Crime Novel
Standalone Novels
Individual novels by Lawrence Block not part of a series
- 8 Million Ways to Die
- A Dance at the Slaughterhouse
- A Dance at the Slaughterhouse )
- A Long Line of Dead Men
- A Long Line of Dead Men )
- A Stab in the Dark )
- A Ticket to the Boneyard
- A Walk Among the Tombstones
- After the First Death
- Ariel:
- BURGLAR IN CLOSET
- Blood on Their Hands
- Burglars Can't Be Choosers
- Cancelled Czech
- Chip Harrison Scores Again
- Cinderella Sims
- Code of Arms
- Deadly Honeymoon
- Eight Million Ways To Die
- Eight Million Ways to Die
- Enough Rope
- Everybody Dies )
- Here Comes a Hero
- Hit List
- Hit Man
- Hope to Die
- In the Midst of Death
- In the Midst of Death )
- La Spinoza connection
- Les Lettres mauves
- Like a Lamb to Slaughter
- Master's Choice: Mystery Stories by Today's Top Writers and the Masters Who Inspired Them
- Mona
- M�?ªme les sc�?©l�?©rats--
- Out on the Cutting Edge
- Random Walk
- Sins of the Fathers
- Small Town
- Small Town :
- Some Days You Get the Bear
- Sometimes They Bite
- Stab in the Dark/A )
- Tanner on Ice
- Tanner's Tiger
- Tanner's Twelve Swingers
- Tanners Twelve Swingers
- Telling Lies-Fun & P
- The Burglar Who Liked to Quote Kipling
- The Burglar Who Liked to Quote Kipling )
- The Burglar Who Painted Like Mondrian
- The Burglar Who Painted Like Mondrian )
- The Burglar Who Studied Spinoza
- The Burglar Who Studied Spinoza )
- The Burglar Who Thought He Was Bogart
- The Burglar Who Thought He Was Bogart )
- The Burglar Who Traded Ted Williams )
- The Burglar in the Closet )
- The Burglar in the Library
- The Burglar on the Prowl
- The Devil Knows You're Dead
- The Devil Knows You're Dead )
- The Sins of the Fathers )
- The Triumph of Evil
- Time to Murder and Create
- When the Sacred Ginmill Closes
- When the Sacred Ginmill Closes )
- Writing the Novel: From Plot to Print
- You Could Call It Murder
Bernie Rhodenbarr
Books in the Bernie Rhodenbarr series by Lawrence Block
- The Burglar Who Painted Like Mondrian: A Bernie Rhodenbarr Mystery
- The Burglar Who Studied Spinoza: A Bernie Rhodenbarr Mystery
- The Burglar in the Library: A Bernie Rhodenbarr Mystery )
- The Burglar in the Rye: A Bernie Rhodenbarr Mystery
- The Burglar in the Rye: A Bernie Rhodenbarr Mystery )
Chip Harrison
Books in the Chip Harrison series by Lawrence Block
- The Topless Tulip Caper: A Chip Harrison Novel
Evan Tanner
Books in the Evan Tanner series by Lawrence Block
- Tanner on Ice: An Evan Tanner Novel
- Tanner's Twelve Swingers: An Evan Tanner Mystery
- The Canceled Czech: An Evan Tanner Mystery
- The Thief Who Couldn't Sleep: An Evan Tanner Novel
Classic Series
The series that started it all
- Sins of the Fathers
- Time to Murder and Create
- In the Midnight Hour
- A Dance at the Slaughterhouse
Recent Series
Latest works by the author
- Even the Wicked
- The Night and the Music
- A Drop of the Hard Stuff
Reading Order
Complete reading order for Lawrence Block's books
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Matthew Scudder series about?
The series follows Matthew Scudder, a former cop turned unlicensed private investigator, as he tackles various cases in New York City.
How many books are in the Matthew Scudder series?
There are a total of 17 books in the series, with the first book, 'The Sins of the Fathers', published in 1976.
Are Lawrence Block's books suitable for readers who enjoy mystery and suspense genres?
Yes, Lawrence Block's Matthew Scudder series is highly regarded in the mystery and crime fiction genres for its compelling stories and well-developed characters.
Is it necessary to read the Matthew Scudder series in order?
While each book can be read as a standalone story, reading the series in order provides a better understanding of Matthew Scudder's character development and backstory.
Are there any movie or TV adaptations of Lawrence Block's Matthew Scudder series?
Yes, some of the books in the series have been adapted into movies, with 'A Walk Among the Tombstones' starring Liam Neeson as Matthew Scudder.