Order of Daniel Jacobus Books

Gerald Elias brings readers into the shadowy world of classical music through his compelling mystery series featuring Daniel Jacobus. This cantankerous, blind violin instructor makes his home in the countryside of New England, far from the spotlight but never quite escaping the drama that plagues the classical music scene. Despite his reclusive nature, Jacobus finds himself drawn into mysteries that expose the dark underbelly of this refined world—from ruthless competition among teachers and musicians to corrupt benefactors and questionable instrument dealers.

The Daniel Jacobus mystery series launched in 2009 with Devil's Trill, marking the beginning of Elias's exploration of classical music's more sinister side. Here are the Daniel Jacobus novels by Gerald Elias listed in their publication sequence, which follows the chronological storyline:

#TitleYearBuy
1
Devil's TrillDevil's Trill
2009
2
Danse MacabreDanse Macabre
2010
3
Death and the MaidenDeath and the Maiden
2011
4
Death and TransfigurationDeath and Transfiguration
2012
5
Playing with FirePlaying with Fire
2016
6
Spring BreakSpring Break
2017
7
Cloudy With a Chance of MurderCloudy With a Chance of Murder
2021
8
Murder at the Royal AlbertMurder at the Royal Albert
2023