Chris McDonald Reading Order
4 series · 13 books
Chris McDonald is a British mystery and thriller author who has established himself across four detective series since 2020. His work spans the DI Erika Piper investigations, the DI Tom Stonem cases, the Irving Ash narratives, and the Stonebridge Mysteries, totaling twelve novels that showcase his skill in crafting compelling crime narratives. McDonald's prolific output demonstrates his ability to sustain multiple detective storylines while maintaining reader engagement across interconnected mysteries.
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DI Erika Piper Series
Likely Complete3 books (2020–2021)
Chris McDonald's DI Erika Piper series comprises three mystery thrillers released between 2020 and 2021. The trilogy follows detective Erika Piper through three interconnected cases and should be read in publication order: A Wash of Black, Whispers in the Dark, and Roses for the Dead. Though not officially confirmed as complete, the series appears to have concluded with the third installment.
Start with A Wash of Black and read in order.
Start this series with A Wash of Black
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DI Tom Stonem Series
Ongoing3 books (2023–2026)
The DI Tom Stonem series is an ongoing mystery thriller sequence by Chris McDonald featuring three books published between 2023 and 2025. Read the books in publication order beginning with The Killer's Christmas List, followed by The Christmas Tree Killer and The Christmas Carol Killer. The series should be experienced sequentially as each installment builds on the previous narrative.
Start with The Killer’s Christmas List and read in order.
Start this series with The Killer’s Christmas List
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Complete1 book (2022–2022)
Stonebridge Mysteries Series
Likely Complete6 books (2021–2022)
The Stonebridge Mysteries series by Chris McDonald comprises six mystery and thriller novels published between 2021 and 2022. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Dead in the Water and continuing through Meat is Murder, Mistletoe and Crime, The Case of the Missing Firefly, The Curious Dispatch of Daniel Costello, and concluding with All at Sea.
Start with Dead in the Water, the first of 6 books in the Stonebridge Mysteries series.
Start this series with Dead in the Water
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Chris McDonald written?
- Chris McDonald has written 13 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2020 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Chris McDonald series?
- Here are the first books in Chris McDonald's series: DI Erika Piper: A Wash of Black; DI Tom Stonem: The Killer’s Christmas List; Stonebridge Mysteries: Dead in the Water.
- What order should I read Chris McDonald's books?
- We recommend reading Chris McDonald's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Chris McDonald still writing new books?
- Yes, Chris McDonald has 1 ongoing series: DI Tom Stonem.