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Philip R. Craig Reading Order

5 series Β· 25 books Β· Born 1933

Philip R. Craig was an American author whose crime fiction centered on Martha's Vineyard, creating memorable detectives including private investigator Brady Coyne and the resourceful J.W. Jackson. Working across mystery, thriller, and non-fiction from 1969 to 2008, Craig produced over twenty-five books that captured the atmosphere and intrigue of his beloved island setting. His prolific output spanned multiple series and standalone works, establishing him as a distinctive voice in regional mystery fiction.

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (1997–1997)

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1
Cover of AZ Murder Goes... Artful
AZ Murder Goes... Artful

Brady Coyne/J.W. Jackson Series

Complete

3 books (2001–2007)

Start with First Light and read in order.

Martha's Vineyard Mysteries Series

Complete

19 books (1989–2008)

Start with A Beautiful Place to Die, the first of 19 books in the Martha's Vineyard Mysteries series.

Start this series with A Beautiful Place to Die

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A Beautiful Place to Die
2
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The Woman Who Walked Into the Sea / Death in Vineyard Waters
3
The Double Minded Men / Vineyard Deceit
4
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Cliff Hanger / Vineyard Fear
5
6
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A Case of Vineyard Poison
7
Cover of Death on a Vineyard Beach
Death on a Vineyard Beach
8
A Deadly Vineyard Holiday
9
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A Shoot on Martha's Vineyard
10
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A Fatal Vineyard Season
11
12
13
14
15
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Murder at a Vineyard Mansion
16
17
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Dead in Vineyard Sand
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19

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2006–2006)

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (1969–1969)

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Gate of Ivory, Gate of Horn

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.

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