Does Bury the Lead need to be read in order?

While Bury the Lead introduces the main character, Andy Carpenter, it is the first book in a long-running series. Each book features a self-contained mystery, so you can enjoy this story without having read any previous installments.

Is Bury the Lead a good introduction to David Rosenfelt's writing?

This book is the debut novel in the Andy Carpenter series, establishing the character's unique voice and the series' blend of legal thriller and humor. It provides a solid foundation for understanding the recurring cast and the author's signature style.

Bury the lead

Crime Legal Thriller

Pages: 271
Published: 2004
Language: English

Synopsis

Defense attorney Andy Carpenter would rather spend his time and new inheritance on his dog rescue foundation than in a courtroom. However, when a friend asks him to represent a reporter caught in the middle of a serial killer's games, Andy finds himself back in the line of fire. As the bodies pile up and the threats turn personal, he must find the real killer before he becomes the next headline.