Douglas Pratt

Douglas Pratt is a successful mystery and thriller fiction novelist, well-known for his "Max Sawyer" series. Pratt was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, where he developed a love for writing at a young age. By the third grade, he had already started crafting his stories, and his passion for writing continued to grow throughout his high school years, where he experimented with short stories and poetry.

Pratt pursued his love for writing at the University of Memphis, graduating with a degree in Journalism. His writing style is heavily influenced by his Southern roots, which are evident in his captivating and intense novels. His unique blend of charm and intensity has earned him a loyal fanbase and critical acclaim.

Beyond his writing, Pratt is an avid sailor who spends his spare time exploring the seas. He has a particular interest in vibrant coral reefs and sunken shipwrecks, which provide him with endless inspiration for his adventures. Pratt's personal experiences on the water add depth and authenticity to his stories, making them even more engaging for his readers. He currently resides in Mason, Tennessee, where he continues to write and sail, finding new inspiration for his work.
Chase Gordon Tropical Thrillers Books
# Title Year
1 Diamond Reef 2020
2 Dark Cay 2021
3 Deep Gold 2021
4 Runaway Tide 2021
5 Devil Water 2022
6 White Coral 2022
7 Shark Pass 2022
8 Gator Alley 2022
9 Havana Sunrise 2023
10 Gulf Dreams 2023
11 Red Light at Night 2024
12 Green Flash 2024
13 Dead Slow 2025
14 Long Shot 2025
Chase Gordon Tropical Thrillers Books (with)
# Title Year
1 Diamond Reef 2020
2 Dark Cay 2021
3 Deep Gold 2021
4 Runaway Tide 2021
5 Devil Water 2022
6 White Coral 2022
7 Shark Pass 2022
8 Gator Alley 2022
9 Havana Sunrise 2023
10 Gulf Dreams 2023
11 Red Light at Night 2024
The Corsair Novels
# Title Year
1 Los Playa de Los Muertos 2023
2 Midnight Dance 2024
3 Blood Trade 2026
Greene Wolfe Books (with Nicholas Harvey)
# Title Year
1 Missing in The Keys 2023
2 Missing in Zanzibar 2024
3 Missing in Hawaii 2025
Jay Delp Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 The Woman Under the Bridge 2025
2 The Girl on the East Beach 2025
3 The Body in the Bayou 2026
Max Sawyer Books
# Title Year
1 Blood Remembered 2011
2 Baptism of Blood 2012
3 Blood Stained 2017
4 Bloody History 2017
5 Crimson Blood 2017
6 Blood River 2019
7 Blood and Roses 2020
Rikki Talens Adventure Books (with E. Chris Ambrose)
# Title Year
1 Crossbones 2024
2 Lost Cause 2025
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 Delayed Indefinitely 2020
Tropical Adventure Books
# Title Year
1 Graceless 2022
2 Graceless (By: Nick Sullivan, Wayne Stinnett, Nicholas Harvey, John H. Cunningham) 2022
3 Timeless 2022
4 Timeless (By: Nick Sullivan, Wayne Stinnett, Nicholas Harvey, John H. Cunningham) 2022
5 Shameless 2023
6 Shameless (With: David F. Berens, Steven Becker, Chris Niles) 2023
7 Priceless 2023
8 Priceless (By: Deborah Brown, Don Rich, Nicholas Harvey) 2023
9 Faceless (With: Nick Sullivan, A.J. Stewart, Chris Niles, Nicholas Harvey) 2023
10 Faceless 2023