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10 Books
2012 – 2018 Published
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Where to Start the Caliber Detective Agency Series

For the best experience, we recommend reading the Caliber Detective Agency series in publication order. Starting with the first book, Generations, is essential because it introduces the family's legendary marksmanship, explains how the agency was founded in 1875 Texas by Jacob Caliber, and establishes the modern generational dynamics of the family.

Caliber Detective Agency Books in Publication Order

Written by Remington Kane (the pen name of Donald Wells), the series consists of nine main thriller novels and one short story prequel collection. Here is the order in which they were published:

  1. Generations (2012)
  2. Temptation (2013)
  3. A Ransom Paid In Blood (2013)
  4. Missing (2014)
  5. Deception (2014)
  6. Crucible (2014)
  7. Legendary (2017)
  8. We Are Gathered Here Today (2017)
  9. Early Days (2018)
  10. Means, Motive, and Opportunity (2018)

Chronological Order and Caveats

While the overall narrative moves forward chronologically, there are a few timeline jumps that readers should be aware of:

  • Historical Flashbacks: The first book, Generations, contains structural flashbacks detailing the agency's origins in 1875 Texas.
  • 2004 Flashback: A Ransom Paid In Blood (Book 3) shifts focus back to the year 2004 to explore a key era in Jake Caliber IV's life.
  • The 1976 Prequel: Early Days (Book 9) is a prequel collection of short stories set in 1976 that details the early career of a young Jake Caliber. While it can be read first, it is best enjoyed after you are already familiar with the characters from the earlier books.

Shared Universe and Spin-Offs

Remington Kane is well-known for his expansive, interconnected thriller universe, which includes his hit Tanner, Taken!, and Blue Steele series. While characters from those series frequently crossover with each other, the Caliber Detective Agency series is mostly self-contained. It is set in the same shared universe but does not feature major, plot-essential crossovers, allowing you to read it independently without needing to catch up on the author's other series.

Frequently Asked

QWhat is the best starting point for the Caliber Detective Agency series?

You should start with the first book, Generations. It introduces the Caliber family legacy, their signature marksmanship, and sets up the modern-day characters.

QWho is the author of the Caliber Detective Agency books?

The series is written by Remington Kane, which is the pen name of American mystery-thriller author Donald Wells.

QHow many books are in the Caliber Detective Agency series?

The main series consists of ten books in total: nine primary novels and one prequel short story collection (Early Days).

QShould I read Early Days first since it is a prequel?

No, we recommend reading Early Days in publication order (after We Are Gathered Here Today). The stories, set in 1976, are more satisfying when you already know the characters' futures.

QAre there crossovers with Remington Kane's Tanner series?

While both series exist within Remington Kane's shared thriller universe, the Caliber Detective Agency books are self-contained and do not feature direct, major crossovers with the Tanner series.

QWhat is the final book in the Caliber Detective Agency series?

The series concludes with the tenth book, Means, Motive, and Opportunity, published in 2018.