John SandfordFiction · Mystery·b. 1944
Lucas Davenport
Lucas Davenport
Ongoing series · 36 booksAbout this series
John Sandford's Lucas Davenport series follows a Minneapolis detective as he hunts dangerous criminals. Each book features a new case, often involving serial killers, with Davenport using his sharp mind and unconventional methods to solve them. The series offers a consistent tone of suspense and police procedural detail.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the correct reading order for the Lucas Davenport series?
The Lucas Davenport series is best read in publication order to follow the character development and overarching narrative. While each book features a self-contained mystery, there are recurring characters and evolving personal storylines that benefit from sequential reading.
Are there any spin-off series related to Lucas Davenport?
Yes, the Lucas Davenport series has a significant spin-off featuring Virgil Flowers, another investigator who often appears in the later Davenport books. There is also a more recent spin-off series focusing on Davenport's adopted daughter, Letty.
Has the Lucas Davenport series been adapted for film or television?
The first book in the Lucas Davenport series, "Rules of Prey," was adapted into a television movie titled "Mind Prey" in 1999, starring Eriq La Salle as Lucas Davenport.