Mystery & Suspense
Trouble finds him. Wit gets him out.
In a Jack Burbank novel the question is never who did it, but how will he get out of this mess? Adult-level suspense, judicious humor and nothing graphic, so the whole family can read along.
Explore the books
In the order written
The Books
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Book 2
The Paperhanger
While working for a wealthy family, a paperhanger finds odd clues to a thirty-year-old mystery about a missing beauty queen.
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The Sentence
Can the legal system be beat?
Jack Burbank
Book 3
The Sentence
Can the legal system be beat? One verdict destroyed his life. Can a wacko idea by his never-won-a-case lawyer change things?
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Book 4
Trouble
A Yo Becham mystery. Two worlds. One man. Nowhere to run. This is the first installment of the Yo Becham series, a writer based in the Myrtle Beach, SC, area, but dating a girl in Thailand, and each entry will have him getting in trouble on both continents. As long as he figures out how to get out of the trouble, there will be another book.
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Cutting Teeth
Short stories and mysteries from Jack Burbank's early days.
Jack Burbank
Book 5
Cutting Teeth
A collection of short mysteries: kids playing in quicksand who discover a body, a big bust going down, a shrewd man getting back at the court system, a clever bank robbery, a false charge of abduction and a man driving himself to his sentencing. All "lite" mysteries that should warm a winter's night, or chill a summer's morning.
About the author
Meet Jack Burbank
Suspense that keeps you up past bedtime, and a laugh to see you through.
Jack Burbank writes mystery novels built on genuine, adult-level suspense, seasoned with judicious humor and never dark. There is nothing graphic between the covers, which makes these stories good for readers of every age.
Jack has been a lifelong New Englander, where he pursued businesses and his love of flying through the years. With several patents in the unique and high-end stretch fabric and acoustical industries, he has traveled the country and the world, devouring paperbacks during his downtime in airports, hotels, restaurants and bars. Now semi-retired, he has convinced himself that he could write good mystery novels too.
Along the way he has convinced others as well. Mickey Spillane said of him, “Boy, this guy can write!” iUniverse awarded his first novel both “Reader's Choice” and “Editor's Choice” status, and reviews from Amazon readers, Goodreads and Kirkus all bear this out.
After writing his first three mystery novels with New England settings, Jack moved to the Myrtle Beach area of South Carolina, started dating (and has since married) a girl from Thailand, and visited her many times, finally hearing the trap snap as he married her. So what could make more sense than starting a mystery series where each entry features a problem in both places?
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Questions Readers Ask
Are the books dark or graphic?
No. Jack writes genuine, adult-level suspense seasoned with judicious humor, and he never goes dark. There is nothing graphic between the covers, which makes the stories good for readers of every age.
Are these who-done-it mysteries?
Almost never. The usual question is how he will get out of this mess, and the fun is watching him find the way.
Where can I buy the books?
Every book has its own page with an Amazon link. Start from The Books and choose the one you want.
Is there an audiobook?
Padanaram Village has an audiobook edition, linked from its book page.
Where should I begin?
The books are shown in the order they were written, so Padanaram Village is the place to start. Trouble is the first installment of the Yo Becham series, which puts its hero in trouble on two continents.
What do other readers think?
Each book has a reviews page with comments from critics and readers, so you can see what others said before you buy.
How do I hear about new books?
Join the Reader's Circle on the newsletter for new releases, behind-the-scenes notes and the occasional good laugh.
Can I write to Jack?
Yes. Questions about the books, event invitations, book club visits or a kind word are all welcome through the contact form, and every note is read.
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Questions about the books, event invitations, book club visits or a kind word for the author: every note is read.