Jerry Kennedy Books in Order

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The Jerry Kennedy Series series by George V. Higgins includes 3 books published between 1985–1992.

✓ All 3 books verified against the publisher's official series list.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Kennedy for the Defense

    Kennedy for the Defense

    Year unknown · George V. Higgins

    A masterwork of crime and black comedy, George V. Higgins is in his element as he spell-bindingly recounts lawyer Jerry Kennedy’s more fragrant…

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  2. Cover of Penance for Jerry Kennedy

    Penance for Jerry Kennedy

    1985 · George V. Higgins

    A fast-paced, witty and authentic novel that transports the reader into the exhilarating world of crime and chicanery that defines the life of Boston…

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  3. Cover of Defending Billy Ryan

    Defending Billy Ryan

    1992 · George V. Higgins

    Jerry Kennedy, a defense attorney in Boston, takes on the case of Billy Ryan, the longtime commissioner of Public Works, who is facing legal trouble…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Jerry Kennedy Series books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Kennedy for the Defense”. Start with “Kennedy for the Defense.”

How many books are in the Jerry Kennedy Series series?

We list 3 books by George V. Higgins , published between 1985–1992.

Where can I buy the Jerry Kennedy Series books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.