Michael McGarrity Reading Order
3 series · 19 books
Michael McGarrity brings authentic law enforcement expertise to his crime and historical fiction set primarily in New Mexico and the wider American West. Drawing on his background as a Santa Fe County deputy sheriff, he crafts detective procedurals centered on protagonist Kevin Kerney alongside sweeping historical narratives that explore frontier life and settlement in the region. His extensive catalog spans multiple series and standalones published over nearly three decades, combining genre crime fiction with ambitious historical storytelling rooted in Western American experience.
American West Trilogy Series
Complete3 books (2012–2016)
Start with Hard Country and read in order.
Start this series with Hard Country
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Kevin Kerney Series
Complete14 books (1996–2020)
Start with Tularosa, the first of 14 books in the Kevin Kerney series.
Start this series with Tularosa
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing2 books (2023–2025)
Start with The Long Ago and read in order.
Start this series with The Long Ago
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Michael McGarrity written?
- Michael McGarrity has written 19 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1996 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Michael McGarrity series?
- Here are the first books in Michael McGarrity's series: American West Trilogy: Hard Country; Kevin Kerney: Tularosa.
- What order should I read Michael McGarrity's books?
- We recommend reading Michael McGarrity's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Michael McGarrity still writing new books?
- Yes, Michael McGarrity has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.