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Chris Mooney Reading Order

5 series Β· 17 books Β· Born 1969

Chris Mooney is an American thriller writer known for crafting intricate mysteries that blend procedural detail with psychological tension. His work spans multiple series featuring detective protagonists Darby McCormick and Malcolm Fletcher, alongside standalone novels and short fiction, demonstrating his range across crime and suspense narratives. Since 2000, Mooney has published over 17 books that explore the darker aspects of criminal investigation and human behavior.

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Darby McCormick Series

Complete

8 books (2007–2018)

The Darby McCormick series consists of eight mystery thrillers published between 2007 and 2018, following the same protagonist throughout. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Missing and concluding with The Snow Girls. Each installment builds on the investigative work of the main character as she confronts increasingly complex cases. The series spans over a decade of publishing and represents a finished narrative arc rather than ongoing entries.

Start with The Missing, the first of 8 books in the Darby McCormick series.

Malcolm Fletcher Series

Complete

1 book (2012–2012)

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Non-Fiction Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2021–2023)

Chris Mooney has written three nonfiction books with co-author James Patterson between 2021 and 2023, all of which should be read in publication order. Walk in My Combat Boots arrived first, followed by Diana, William, and Harry, and concluding with Walk The Blue Line, which includes additional co-author Matt Eversmann. The series appears to be complete, with each book exploring true stories drawing from mystery, thriller, and investigative nonfiction elements.

Start with Walk in My Combat Boots(With: James Patterson) and read in order.

Start this series with Walk in My Combat Boots(With: James Patterson)

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Walk The Blue Line(With: James Patterson,Matt Eversmann)

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2006–2006)

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

4 books (2000–2020)

Chris Mooney's four standalone mystery and thriller novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Deviant Ways in 2000 and concluding with Blood World in 2020. While each book features different characters and plots, reading them sequentially provides the best experience of Mooney's evolving storytelling across two decades. The complete series comprises Deviant Ways, World Without End, Remembering Sarah, and Blood World, offering readers a variety of mystery and thriller narratives from this accomplished author.

Start with Deviant Ways, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Chris Mooney written?
Chris Mooney has written 17 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2000 to 2023.
What is the first book in each Chris Mooney series?
Here are the first books in Chris Mooney's series: Darby McCormick: The Missing; Non-Fiction: Walk in My Combat Boots(With: James Patterson).
What order should I read Chris Mooney's books?
We recommend reading Chris Mooney's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Chris Mooney's series complete?
Chris Mooney has 4 completed series.

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