Jeff Abbott

b. 1963

1 series 3 books in order 1 standalone book

Jeff Abbott is a U.S. suspense novelist who holds degrees in History and English from Rice University. He lives in Austin, Texas, and previously worked as a creative director at an advertising agency before writing full-time. His early works were traditional detective fiction, but he has since focused on thriller fiction, often exploring the theme of ordinary individuals facing extraordinary danger and striving to reclaim normalcy. His novels have been published in several countries and have achieved bestseller status in the United Kingdom, Australia, Ireland, Germany, France, and Portugal.

Born: 1963
Known for: Jordan Poteet

Series by Jeff Abbott

Jordan Poteet

4 books in order · 1994–1996

Do Unto Others

1994 · Jeff Abbott

“One of the most fun mysteries I’ve read in years. Thumbs up to Jeff Abbott’s delightful debut novel.”—Carolyn G. Hart After a few good years of city…
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Only Good Yankee

1995 · Jeff Abbott

Mirabeau, Texas, is a dynamite little town -- especially when toolsheds, doghouses, and mailboxes mysteriously begin to explode. So far, the sole…
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Promises of Home

1996 · Jeff V. Abbott

In a small Texas town, murder brings home the unforgotten past. Twenty years ago, as Hurricane Althea lashed Central Texas, twelve-year-old Jordan…
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Distant Blood

1996 · Jeff V. Abbott

Blood runs cold--especially in this family. Thanks to a newfound connection with his natural father, librarian Jordan Poteet is suddenly a member of…
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Standalone books

Panic

2005
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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Jeff Abbott written?

We list 3 books by Jeff Abbott across 1 series, published between 1994–2005 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Jeff Abbott's books?

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