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John Dann MacDonald (July 24, 1916 – December 28, 1986) was an American writer of novels and short stories. He is known for his thrillers. MacDonald was a prolific author of crime and suspense novels, many set in his adopted home of Florida.
John D. MacDonald was an American fiction writer whose mystery and science-fiction works were published in more than 70 books. He is best remembered for his series of 21 crime novels featuring private investigator Travis McGee.
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Complete order of John D. MacDonald books in Publication Order and Chronological Order.
Learn about the life and works of John D. MacDonald, the master of suspense and mystery fiction. Explore his famous Travis McGee series, his influence on other writers, and his love for Florida.
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- July 24, 1916
- John D. Macdonald
- December 28, 1986
- The Deep Blue Good-By (Travis McGee, #1)
- Cape Fear.
- Nightmare in Pink (Travis McGee, #2)
- A Purple Place for Dying (Travis McGee #3)
Advertisement. MacDonald isn't simply popular; he's also good. Connoisseurs of detective fiction generally consider it a toss-up in quality between the two best-selling MacDonalds - John D. and Ross (who spells his last name with a lower-case D, and is very definitely no relation).
Travis McGee, an adventurer, philosopher, and “salvage consultant” who does unofficial favors for friends, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Each book in the series is a whole story with a beginning and an ending, however there are references to prior stories in the series.
