Philip R. Craig Reading Order
5 series · 25 books · Born 1933
Philip R. Craig was a prolific author celebrated for his engaging mystery novels, particularly the Martha’s Vineyard series. Throughout his career from 1969 to 2008, he penned 25 books across five series, including the Brady Coyne/J.W. Jackson mysteries, standalone novels, nonfiction works, and anthologies. His storytelling vividly captures the charm of coastal life while weaving intricate plots that keep readers captivated.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (1997–1997)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  AZ Murder Goes... Artful 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
Brady Coyne/J.W. Jackson Series
Complete3 books (2001–2007)
Start with First Light and read in order.
Martha's Vineyard Mysteries Series
Complete19 books (1989–2008)
Start with A Beautiful Place to Die, the first of 19 books in the Martha's Vineyard Mysteries series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  A Beautiful Place to Die 1989Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The Woman Who Walked Into the Sea / Death in Vineyard Waters 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | The Double Minded Men / Vineyard Deceit 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Cliff Hanger / Vineyard Fear 1993Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Off Season 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  A Case of Vineyard Poison 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Death on a Vineyard Beach 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | A Deadly Vineyard Holiday 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  A Shoot on Martha's Vineyard 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  A Fatal Vineyard Season 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Vineyard Blues 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Vineyard Shadows 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Vineyard Enigma 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  A Vineyard Killing 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Murder at a Vineyard Mansion 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Vineyard Prey 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Dead in Vineyard Sand 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Vineyard Stalker 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Vineyard Chill 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2006–2006)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Delish! 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (1969–1969)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Gate of Ivory, Gate of Horn 1969Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Philip R. Craig written?
- Philip R. Craig has written 25 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1969 to 2008.
- What is the first book in each Philip R. Craig series?
- Here are the first books in Philip R. Craig's series: Brady Coyne/J.W. Jackson: First Light; Martha's Vineyard Mysteries: A Beautiful Place to Die.
- What order should I read Philip R. Craig's books?
- We recommend reading Philip R. Craig's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Philip R. Craig's series complete?
- Philip R. Craig has 5 completed series.