An Introduction to the Esteemed Author: Gregory Mcdonald
Born in 1937 and leaving behind a monumental legacy until his departure in 2008, Gregory Mcdonald was a prolific American author, crafting unrivaled mystery novels. The spotlight was brightest on his highly acclaimed Fletch series, a fantastic collection that not only won Edgar Awards but also adapted into the popular Fletch series starring comedy legend, Chevy Chase. The staggering success of this initial series led to spawning two spin-off series: Flynn, centered around the intriguing character of Francis Xavier Flynn, a sport’s examiner; and Son of Fletch, focusing on the exciting exploits of Fletch’s illegitimate son, Jack Faoni.
Mcdonald’s professional journey took off as an academic, serving as a teacher followed by a tenure as a journalist for the Boston Globe. However, it wasn’t long before his storytelling skills came calling for a full-time commitment, and thus, he transitioned into a full-time novelist. Unfortunately, he succumbed to prostate cancer in 2008, but his captivating narratives live on, enchanting readers, one book at a time.
Discovering Mcdonald’s Books in Order
For any aspiring reader fascinated by the prospect of plunging into Mcdonald’s multifaceted literature, there’s an understandable curiosity to explore Mcdonald’s books in order. His formal induction into the literary world was marked by the publication of the novel Running Scared in 1964. Following is a comprehensive journey through the succession of Mcdonald’s published works:
