Michael Brandman
2 SeriesMichael Brandman is an American author and film producer known for continuing the Jesse Stone series from 2011 to 2013 after Robert B. Parker's death. He has produced films such as Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead, Monte Walsh, and Jesse Stone: Stone Cold. Brandman, who collaborated with Parker on over a dozen films, resides in California with his wife, actress Joanna Miles.
Michael Brandman's Jesse Stone novels continue the character and storylines originally developed by Robert B. Parker. After Brandman authored three novels in the series, Reed Farrel Coleman took over. The series follows the life and cases of Jesse Stone, a former Los Angeles police detective now serving as police chief in the small town of Paradise, Massachusetts. Stone's struggles with personal demons and his dedication to solving crimes are central to the narrative. The novels blend elements of crime, mystery, and personal drama, offering a compelling exploration of Stone's character and his impact on the community he serves.
