Skip Langdon/Talba Wallis

Skip Langdon/Talba Wallis

Series by Julie Smith

Dive into the captivating mysteries of New Orleans with policewoman Skip Langdon and the enigmatic poet Talba Wallis, as they navigate crime, culture, and sizzling Southern charm in a uniquely layered blend of suspense and social commentary that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

In a city where the vibrant nightlife masks a seedy underbelly, the heart of New Orleans beats with secrets, scandals, and murder. Join Skip Langdon, a fiercely independent and astute police officer, as she navigates the sultry streets filled with jazz, ghosts of the past, and the complexity of human desires. Alongside her spirited ally, Talba Wallis—a witty and resourceful amateur sleuth—Skip must unravel a web of crime and corruption that threatens to engulf their beloved city. With each gripping installment, including *Death Before Facebook* and *Boneyard Blues*, readers are drawn into a world of atmospheric charm and perilous intrigue, where the clash of old traditions and modern influences fuels a relentless quest for justice. As they confront deeply personal stakes, Skip and Talba’s camaraderie shines, revealing the powerful bonds of friendship and the fight against injustice. Will they uncover the truth before it’s too late, or will the shadows of New Orleans extinguish their light forever? Dive into the emotionally charged thrill of the Skip Langdon/Talba Wallis series, where every twist tantalizes and every moment matters.

Books in this Series

Skip Langdon

New Orleans Mourning

Published in 1989

The Axeman's Jazz

Published in 1991

Jazz Funeral

Published in 1993

New Orleans Beat / Death Before Facebook

Published in 1994

House of Blues

Published in 1995

The Kindness of Strangers

Published in 1996

Crescent City Connection / Crescent City Kill

Published in 1997

82 Desire

Published in 1998

Mean Woman Blues / Boneyard Blues

Published in 2003

Three Aces and a Queen

Published in 2017

Murder On Magazine

Published in 2018

The Big Crazy

Published in 2019

Talba Wallis

Louisiana Hotshot

Published in 2001

Louisiana Bigshot

Published in 2002

Louisiana Lament

Published in 2004

P.I. on a Hot Tin Roof

Published in 2005

Talba Wallis Short Stories/ Novellas

Kid Trombone

Published in 2014

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