Chris Hammer Reading Order
3 series · 10 books
Chris Hammer is an Australian crime novelist and former journalist whose thrillers blend investigative storytelling with atmospheric plotting. He has written multiple interconnected crime series set in contemporary Australia, including the Martin Scarsden mysteries and the Ivan Lucic and Nell Buchanan novels, alongside works of narrative non-fiction that draw on his journalism background.
Ivan Lucic & Nell Buchanan Series
Ongoing4 books (2021–2024)
Start with Treasure & Dirt / Opal Country, the first of 4 books in the Ivan Lucic & Nell Buchanan series.
Start this series with Treasure & Dirt / Opal Country
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Martin Scarsden Series
Ongoing4 books (2018–2025)
Start with Scrublands, the first of 4 books in the Martin Scarsden series.
Start this series with Scrublands
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (2010–2013)
Start with The River and read in order.
Start this series with The River
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Chris Hammer written?
- Chris Hammer has written 10 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Chris Hammer series?
- Here are the first books in Chris Hammer's series: Ivan Lucic & Nell Buchanan: Treasure & Dirt / Opal Country; Martin Scarsden: Scrublands; Non-Fiction: The River.
- What order should I read Chris Hammer's books?
- We recommend reading Chris Hammer's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Chris Hammer still writing new books?
- Yes, Chris Hammer has 2 ongoing series: Ivan Lucic & Nell Buchanan, Martin Scarsden.