Eric Rickstad Reading Order
3 series · 9 books
Eric Rickstad is a Vermont-based crime fiction author whose psychological thrillers explore the darker aspects of small-town America. His work has earned New York Times and USA Today bestseller recognition, with notable series including Canaan Crime and Remote that showcase his talent for complex mysteries and morally ambiguous characters. Known for his meticulous writing process and atmospheric storytelling, Rickstad has published nine novels across multiple series since 2000, each drawing from the rural New England landscape he knows intimately.
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Canaan Crime Series
Complete3 books (2014–2017)
This complete mystery thriller trilogy by Eric Rickstad comprises three books published between 2014 and 2017. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Silent Girls, followed by Lie In Wait, and concluding with The Names Of Dead Girls. Set in the crime-ridden fictional town of Canaan, the series follows interconnected cases of missing and murdered girls as a detective uncovers dark secrets lurking beneath the community's surface.
Start with The Silent Girls and read in order.
Start this series with The Silent Girls
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Remote Series
Ongoing2 books (2025–2025)
Eric Rickstad's Remote series is a mystery thriller comprising two books published in 2025, with the first installment being The Five followed by The Six. The series is ongoing and should be read in publication order to fully appreciate the narrative development. Both novels are part of the author's mystery and thriller catalog, offering readers a connected story that unfolds across the two entries.
Start with The Five and read in order.
Start this series with The Five
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Ongoing4 books (2000–2024)
Eric Rickstad has written four mystery and thriller novels published between 2000 and 2024 that should be read in publication order: Reap, What Remains of Her, I Am Not Who You Think I Am, and Lilith. The series is ongoing, with each book functioning as a standalone entry rather than a continuous narrative. Readers new to Rickstad's work should begin with Reap and progress through the subsequent releases as they were published.
Start with Reap, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Reap
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Eric Rickstad written?
- Eric Rickstad has written 9 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2000 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Eric Rickstad series?
- Here are the first books in Eric Rickstad's series: Canaan Crime: The Silent Girls; Remote: The Five.
- What order should I read Eric Rickstad's books?
- We recommend reading Eric Rickstad's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Eric Rickstad still writing new books?
- Yes, Eric Rickstad has 2 ongoing series: Remote, Standalone Novels.