Denver FBI Books in Order
Part ofLisa Phillips Books in OrderFind the Denver FBI books by Lisa Phillips in order with short summaries, reading order notes, series background, and an easy entry point for new readers.
Last updated: January 12, 2026
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Publication Order
3 books
Prey
by Lisa Phillips
2018
A string of crimes suggests a hunter has picked a new victim, and the FBI needs answers fast. Following the clues means stepping into the killer’s game, where one wrong move could make them the next prey.
Target
by Lisa Phillips
2014
A neighbor vanishes and FBI agent Liam Conners can’t ignore the signs. As the search tightens, he has to act fast, because the kidnapper is counting on the clock to do the killing.
Bait
by Lisa Phillips
2014
When a case turns into a trap, an FBI agent has to predict a predator’s next move before another victim disappears. Working close with someone who challenges his instincts, he risks everything to bring the killer into the light.
Series background & context
Denver FBI is a fast-moving romantic suspense trio centered on a small FBI team in Colorado. The stories are built like sprint races: a crime hits, the clock starts, and the characters have to make hard calls with limited time and even less certainty. If you like shorter books with a clear problem and a strong finish, this series is designed for that kind of binge reading.
The cases hit fast, and the danger doesn't wait.
Special Agent Liam Conners anchors the series, and the prequel Target puts the stakes right on his doorstep when his neighbor disappears. It sets the tone for what follows: a threat that feels personal, and a predator who counts on fear and confusion to buy more time. From there, Bait and Prey keep the pressure on with investigations that circle criminals who know how to blend in, manipulate witnesses, and stay one step ahead of the evidence.
This series leans into the investigative side of suspense, interviews, surveillance, and the slow work of piecing together a story from half-truths. It also captures the tension of being federal in a local world: coordinating with other agencies, balancing public perception, and trying to protect victims without tipping off the person who is watching them. When a case turns, it turns hard.
At the same time, the personal element stays front and center. These agents aren't only chasing bad guys, they're also trying to figure out who they can trust, how to keep people safe, and what it means to let someone close when the job demands emotional distance. The romantic thread is clean and grounded in partnership, the kind that forms when two people are forced to rely on each other in the worst moments.
Expect danger that comes in close, abductions, baited traps, and the uneasy feeling that the next knock on the door could be the wrong person. The books don't linger, they move. And because the team is small, every decision lands on real shoulders, not on some faceless department.
You can read the books quickly and in order for the smoothest ride. Each one resolves its central case, but the team dynamics and the emotional carryover make more sense when you start with Target and follow through. The payoff is watching the same people learn how to do the job, and survive it, together. If you want a quick entry into her FBI suspense, this is an easy place to jump in.
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