Books by J A Jance

J. A. Jance is a bestselling American crime novelist, celebrated for her gripping mysteries that blend procedural precision with deep character insight. Her long-running series featuring Detective J. P. Beaumont, Sheriff Joanna Brady, and former TV anchor Ali Reynolds have each earned devoted followings for their authentic settings and deft plotting. She brings a keen understanding of justice, loyalty, and moral complexity to every story, drawing readers into investigations that feel both urgent and human.

Across dozens of titles, Jance's writing balances suspense with emotional depth, often exploring the personal toll of crime on those who seek the truth. Her Arizona and Pacific Northwest backdrops are rendered with vivid realism, grounding the drama in a strong sense of place. Consistent, compelling, and distinctly her own, J. A. Jance's work continues to stand as a hallmark of modern American crime fiction.

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  • Stand Down

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Stand Down

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn e-original novella from New York Times bestselling author J. A. Jance. Life has shifted for J. P. Beaumont. After a tragic accident that devastated—and ultimately disbanded—his Special Homicide Investigation Team, he accepts that he has left homicide detection behind at this point, but he has a lot of unanticipated free time on his hands. He''s keeping busy with renovations on the new house that he and his wife, Mel Soames, the newly appointed chief of police in Bellingham, Washington, have bought. But new fixtures and paint palettes can occupy only so much of Beau''s daily life, and Mel is encouraging him to return to where he is needed: investigating crimes.In the meantime, she is struggling to gain control of her new situation, cast into a department where some are welcoming—and some are not. It''s been a few months, and the tension in the police department is rising, but Beau realizes Mel has to tackle things

    10 in stock

    £8.09

  • Dance of the Bones Unabridged CD

    HarperCollins Dance of the Bones Unabridged CD

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.99

  • Random Acts

    HarperCollins Random Acts

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    Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author J. A. JANCE comes an all- new novella, in which Sheriff Joanna Brady and investigator Ali Reynolds join forces to solve a crime thathas hit dangerously close to home.Sheriff Joanna Brady has a lot on her plate—she is up for re-election as sheriff, pregnant with her third child, and her eldest is packing up to leave for college. Then Joanna is woken in the middle of the night by a call reporting a motor vehicle accident. Her mother and stepfather’s RV ran off the road at high speed and hit the pillar of an overpass. Something about the accident seems suspicious, though, and when Joanna gets a call from Ali Reynolds, a journalist turned investigator, she accepts her offer to help. They come up with a plan to find out who was responsible…even if that per

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    £6.61

  • Field of Bones A Brady Novel of Suspense Joanna

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Field of Bones A Brady Novel of Suspense Joanna

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisSheriff Joanna Brady’s best intentions to stay on maternity leave take a hit when a serial homicide case rocks Cochise County, dragging her into a far-reaching investigation to bring down a relentless killer in this chilling tale of suspense from New York Times bestselling author J.

    10 in stock

    £7.99

  • Sins of the Fathers

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Sins of the Fathers

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    £9.46

  • Missing and Endangered

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Missing and Endangered

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade Review“Fans of police procedurals with a Southwestern flair will love Joanna’s determination to manage marriage, motherhood, and policing in this 19th Joanna Brady book.” — Library Journal “The two parallel cases provide plenty of action, while keeping a premium on character studies and violence to a minimum. Once again, the compassionate, intelligent Joanna balances a busy home life and a complex job with aplomb. This long-running series consistently entertains.” — Publishers Weekly “What is refreshing is the way [Jance] shows how law enforcement are not just numbers and robots but people with families and a personal home-life. As with all her novels, readers will not be disappointed.” — MilitaryPress.com

    10 in stock

    £7.99

  • Field Of Bones Large Print

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Field Of Bones Large Print

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £22.39

  • Field of Bones Low Price CD

    HarperCollins Field of Bones Low Price CD

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisSheriff Joanna Brady’s best intentions to stay on maternity leave take a hit when a serial homicide case rocks Cochise County, dragging her into a far-reaching investigation to bring down a relentless killer in this chilling tale of suspense from New York Times bestselling author J. A. Jance.This time Sheriff Joanna Brady may expect to see her maternity leave through to completion, but the world has other plans when a serial homicide case surfaces in her beloved Cochise County. Rather than staying home with her newborn and losing herself in the cold cases to be found in her father’s long unread diaries, Joanna instead finds herself overseeing a complex investigation involving multiple jurisdictions.Filled with the beloved characters, small town charm, vivid history, intriguing mystery, and the scenic Arizona desert backdrop that have made the Joanna Brady series perennial bestsellers, this latest entry featuring the popular sheriff is sure to pleas

    10 in stock

    £15.99

  • Nothing to Lose

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Nothing to Lose

    Book SynopsisIn the end, Beaumont’s plea and Jared’s quick action saved the two boys from their father’s murderous rage.Now, almost twenty years later, Jared reappears in Beau’s life seeking his help once again—his younger brother Chris is missing.Trade Review“[A] mystery with heart . . . readers . . . will savor every word . . . Jance should win new fans with this one.” — Publishers Weekly on Sins of the Fathers “J. A. does an outstanding job of delivering a very emotional book, wrapped up within a mystery that keeps the reader on edge to the very end.” — Suspense Magazine on Sins of the Fathers “J. A. Jance is one of the best at combining mystery and family dynamics. J. P. Beaumont . . . is a character occasionally afflicted with angst, depression, and guilt, but not so much that he becomes tiresome. Rather, he becomes human, with all the temptations, missteps, failures, and ultimately successes, large and small, that most share.” — New York Journal of Books on Sins of the Fathers “Fans of police procedurals with a Southwestern flair will love Joanna’s determination to manage marriage, motherhood, and policing in this 19th Joanna Brady book.” — Library Journal on Missing and Endangered “The two parallel cases provide plenty of action, while keeping a premium on character studies and violence to a minimum. Once again, the compassionate, intelligent Joanna balances a busy home life and a complex job with aplomb. This long-running series consistently entertains.” — Publishers Weekly on Missing and Endangered

    £23.11

  • Nothing to Lose CD

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Nothing to Lose CD

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £29.99

  • Blessing of the Lost Girls

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Blessing of the Lost Girls

    Book SynopsisIndigenous women have become his target of choice, knowing law enforcement’s history of ignoring their disappearances.A cold case has just been assigned to Dan Pardee, a field officer with the newly formed Missing and Murdered Indigenous People’s Task Force.Trade Review“Fans of police procedurals with a Southwestern flair will love Joanna’s determination to manage marriage, motherhood, and policing in this 19th Joanna Brady book.” — Library Journal on Missing and Endangered “The two parallel cases provide plenty of action, while keeping a premium on character studies and violence to a minimum. Once again, the compassionate, intelligent Joanna balances a busy home life and a complex job with aplomb. This long-running series consistently entertains.” — Publishers Weekly on Missing and Endangered “This is the J.A. Jance I love. Her characterizations and ability to spin a tale keep you turning pages well into the night.” — Book Reporter on Nothing to Lose “J. A. does an outstanding job of delivering a very emotional book, wrapped up within a mystery that keeps the reader on edge to the very end.” — Suspense Magazine on Sins of the Fathers “Bestseller Jance’s enjoyable 25th J.P. Beaumont mystery…J.P. is a fully developed character, and his frequent calls to [his wife] Melissa to discuss the case are both touching and insightful. They make a good team even at a distance. New readers will happily join the ranks of longtime fans.” — Publishers Weekly on Nothing to Lose

    £19.00

  • Nothing to Lose

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Nothing to Lose

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisIn the end, Beaumont’s plea and Jared’s quick action saved the two boys from their father’s murderous rage.Now, almost twenty years later, Jared reappears in Beau’s life seeking his help once again—his younger brother Chris is missing.Trade Review“[A] mystery with heart . . . readers . . . will savor every word . . . Jance should win new fans with this one.” — Publishers Weekly on Sins of the Fathers “J. A. does an outstanding job of delivering a very emotional book, wrapped up within a mystery that keeps the reader on edge to the very end.” — Suspense Magazine on Sins of the Fathers “J. A. Jance is one of the best at combining mystery and family dynamics. J. P. Beaumont . . . is a character occasionally afflicted with angst, depression, and guilt, but not so much that he becomes tiresome. Rather, he becomes human, with all the temptations, missteps, failures, and ultimately successes, large and small, that most share.” — New York Journal of Books on Sins of the Fathers “Fans of police procedurals with a Southwestern flair will love Joanna’s determination to manage marriage, motherhood, and policing in this 19th Joanna Brady book.” — Library Journal on Missing and Endangered “The two parallel cases provide plenty of action, while keeping a premium on character studies and violence to a minimum. Once again, the compassionate, intelligent Joanna balances a busy home life and a complex job with aplomb. This long-running series consistently entertains.” — Publishers Weekly on Missing and Endangered

    10 in stock

    £8.54

  • Blessing of the Lost Girls

    HarperCollins Blessing of the Lost Girls

    4 in stock

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    4 in stock

    £8.99

  • Missing and Endangered A Brady Novel of Suspense

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Missing and Endangered A Brady Novel of Suspense

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    £23.24

  • Sins of the Fathers Low Price CD

    HarperCollins Sins of the Fathers Low Price CD

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    Book SynopsisSeattle investigator J. P. Beaumont is drawn into an intriguing, and shockingly personal, case in this superb tale of suspense from New York Times bestselling author J. A. Jance.Former Seattle homicide cop, J. P. Beaumont, is learning to enjoy the new realities of retirement—doing morning crossword puzzles by a roaring fireplace; playing frisbee with his new dog; having quiet lunches with his still working wife. But then his past comes calling.

When a long ago acquaintance, Alan Dale, shows up on Beau’s doorstep with a newborn infant in hand and asking for help locating his missing daughter, Beau finds himself faced with an investigation that will turn his own life upside down by dragging his none-too-stellar past onto a roller-coaster ride that may well derail his serene present.  It turns out that, even in retirement. murder is still the name of J. P. Beaumont’s game.

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    £15.99

  • Breach of Duty

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Breach of Duty

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisFor the first time as a premium edition, a reissue of the fourteenth J. P. Beaumont novel by New York Times bestselling author J. A. Jance. Trade Review“Jance, as usual, relates a clean and tightly woven plot distinguished by authentic dialogue, honest emotions and characters readers will care about.” — Publishers Weekly on Breach of Duty “J. A. does an outstanding job of delivering a very emotional book, wrapped up within a mystery that keeps the reader on edge to the very end.” — Suspense Magazine on Sins of the Fathers “[A] mystery with heart . . . readers . . . will savor every word . . . Jance should win new fans with this one.” — Publishers Weekly on Sins of the Fathers “J. A. Jance is one of the best at combining mystery and family dynamics. J. P. Beaumont . . . is a character occasionally afflicted with angst, depression, and guilt, but not so much that he becomes tiresome. Rather, he becomes human, with all the temptations, missteps, failures, and ultimately successes, large and small, that most share.” — New York Journal of Books on Sins of the Fathers “The two parallel cases provide plenty of action, while keeping a premium on character studies and violence to a minimum. Once again, the compassionate, intelligent Joanna balances a busy home life and a complex job with aplomb. This long-running series consistently entertains.” — Publishers Weekly on Missing and Endangered “Jance has brought us yet another winner!” — Dallas Morning News “One of the country’s most popular mystery writers.” — The Oregonian (Portland) “A dillusioned, cynical hero in the classic hard-boiled tradition.” — Journal-American Praise for J.A. Jance: “Jance delivers a devilish page-turner.” — People “J.A. Jance does not disappoint her fans.” — Washington Times “Suspenseful, action-packed.” — Dallas Morning News “Taut . . . entertaining.” — Entertainment Weekly “Credible and entertaining.” — Orlando Sentinel

    10 in stock

    £7.99

  • Missing and Endangered Low Price CD

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Missing and Endangered Low Price CD

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.99

  • Den of Iniquity

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Den of Iniquity

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £18.00

  • HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Girl from Devils Lake

    15 in stock

    15 in stock

    £17.00

  • HarperCollins Publishers Inc Blessing of the Lost Girls

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £25.50

  • Queen of the Night

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Queen of the Night

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe fourth book in New York Times bestselling author J. A. Jance’s Walker Family series is a chilling tale of murder past and present that connects and devastates three families. “Brilliant....[Jance] has crafted a mystery that Hillerman would be proud of and that her fans will love.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)Two murders committed generations apart resonate through three separate families, threatening to destroy them. The first case, involving the long unsolved murder of an Arizona State University co-ed, is passed off to retired homicide detective Brandon Walker, who is now a volunteer with a cold case squad called The Last Chance.In the second, Dan Pardee, a member of a border patrol unit operating on the Tohono O’odham Nation west of Tucson, joins with Pima County homicide investigator Brian Fellows to track a killer who has gone off the charts. Th

    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Girl from Devils Lake

    2 in stock

    2 in stock

    £21.15

  • Long Time Gone

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Long Time Gone

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisFifty years ago, when she was five, Sister Mary Katherine witnessed something terrible . . .A former Seattle policeman now working for the Washington State Attorney''s Special Homicide Investigation Team, J.P. Beaumont has been hand-picked to lead the investigation into a half-century-old murder. An eyewitness to the crime, a middle-aged nun, has now recalled grisly, forgotten details while undergoing hypnotherapy. It''s a case as cold as the grave, and it''s running headlong into another that''s tearing at Beau''s heart: the vicious slaying of his former partner''s ex-wife. What''s worse, his rapidly unraveling friend is the prime suspect.Caught in the middle of a lethal conspiracy that spans two generations and a killing that hits too close to home -- targeted by a vengeful adversary and tempted by a potential romance that threatens to reawaken his personal demons -- Beaumont may suddenly have more on his plate than he can handle, and far too much to survive.<

    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Thorndike Press Large Print Overkill

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £42.05

  • Cruel Intent

    Simon & Schuster Audio Cruel Intent

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £11.01

  • Moving Target

    Simon & Schuster Audio Moving Target

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £29.99

  • A Last Goodbye

    Simon & Schuster Audio A Last Goodbye

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    £12.74

  • Cold Betrayal Ali Reynolds

    Simon & Schuster Audio Cold Betrayal Ali Reynolds

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.99

  • Left for Dead

    Simon & Schuster Left for Dead

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Deadly Stakes

    Simon & Schuster Deadly Stakes

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £8.99

  • Moving Target

    Pocket Books Moving Target

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Cold Betrayal

    Simon & Schuster Cold Betrayal

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisSynopsis coming soon.......Trade Review"Well-drawn characters, brisk prose, and skillful plotting." * Booklist *“Incredible . . . This is a gem by a winning author . . . . Yet another terrific book by Jance that fans and readers will absolutely cheer about.” * Suspense Magazine *“The prolific Jance knows how to tell a story…fans won’t be disappointed.” * Publishers Weekly *“Ali's good heart and sense of justice combine withwell-paced suspense to create a satisfying whole.” –Kirkus Reviews“Jance skillfully avoids the predictable. . . . Her crisp plotting, sharp characters and realistic dialogue carry Moving Target through its many surprising twists.” * South Florida Sun Sentinel, on Moving Target *“Lots of action, and the book is fast-paced and technology-savvy.” * Tuscon Weekly, on Moving Target *“The story, on two continents, is complicated and interesting, but the best thing is the characters, rich and deep and believable.” * San Jose Mercury News, on Moving Target *"Jance adroitly combines well-rounded characterizations and brisk storytelling with high-tech exploits, arson, kidnappings, and a shootout for an entertaining and suspenseful addition to this solid series." * Booklist, on Moving Target *"Jance delivers a devilish page-turner." * People *"Jance starts her books fast . . . and keeps things moving with cinematic panache. . . . You want an accessible thriller? Jance is your gal . . . Engaging and entertaining." * Los Angeles Times *"Compelling... Satisfying." * USA Today *"Heart-stopping . . . Jance deftly brings the desert, people, and towns of southeastern Arizona to life." * Publishers Weekly *"An intriguing plot, colorful characters." * San Diego Union-Tribune *"Characters so real you want to reach out and hug—or strangle—them. Her dialogue always rings true." * Cleveland Plain-Dealer *"J.A. Jance is addictive because of moments that just rise up and make things so real you'll swear you are a part of the book. . . . Jance will charm you into reading everything by her you can find." * Statesman Journal (Salem, Oregon) *"Prolific Jance . . . [carries] readers swiftly to an unexpected conclusion." * Kirkus Reviews *“Fast pacing, multiple plotlines, a fascinating look at online research, and sympathetic characters all provide appeal in Jance’s suspenseful story.” * Booklist *“Series fans will welcome the familiar supporting cast, including computer nerd Stuart Ramey and boyfriend B. Simpson.” * Publishers Weekly *“Engaging . . . Ali charms the locals into giving valuable if inadvertent clues.” * Publishers Weekly *"Entertaining on all counts." * Booklist *“Loyal fans and newcomers alike will be glad to join feisty Ali in her latest adventure.” * Kirkus Reviews *“A truly thrilling case with red herrings, characters coming out of the woodwork, back stories that will make you gasp, and a conclusion that you will not see coming!" * Suspense Magazine *

    10 in stock

    £20.79

  • The A List

    Simon & Schuster The A List

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.89

  • Duel to the Death

    Simon & Schuster Audio Duel to the Death

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £26.24

  • Man Overboard: An Ali Reynolds Novel

    Simon & Schuster Audio Man Overboard: An Ali Reynolds Novel

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.99

  • Duel to the Death

    Simon & Schuster Audio Duel to the Death

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.99

  • HarperCollins Downfall

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    £44.99

  • HarperCollins Downfall

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    £29.99

  • HarperCollins Queen of the Night: A Novel of Suspense

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    £44.99

  • HarperCollins Queen of the Night: A Novel of Suspense

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    £29.99

  • HarperCollins Queen of the Night: A Novel of Suspense

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    £29.99

  • Gallery Books OverKill

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £23.19

  • Gallery Books Hand of Evil

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.19

  • Gallery Books The A List

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £12.40

  • Gallery Books Cruel Intent

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.19

  • Gallery Books Fatal Error

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    10 in stock

    £15.99

  • Gallery Books Trial by Fire

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £16.14

  • Unfinished Business

    Simon & Schuster Audio Unfinished Business

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £29.99

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