Steven F. Havill Reading Order
4 series ยท 34 books
Steven F. Havill is an accomplished American writer renowned for his engaging mystery novels and western stories. With an impressive portfolio of 34 books spanning four series, including the Bill Gastner and Posadas County Mysteries, he has captivated readers since 1981. His prolific career, which extends through 2026, showcases his talent in crafting intriguing narratives that keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
Bill Gastner Mystery Series
Complete11 books (1991โ2017)
Start with Heartshot, the first of 11 books in the Bill Gastner Mystery series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Heartshot 1991Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | Bitter Recoil 1992Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | Twice Buried 1994Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | Before She Dies 1996Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 5 | Privileged to Kill 1997Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 6 | Prolonged Exposure 1998Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 7 | Out of Season 1999Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 8 | Dead Weight 2000Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 9 | Bag Limit 2001Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 10 | One Perfect Shot 2011Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 11 | Easy Errors 2017Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Dr. Thomas Parks Series
Complete2 books (2009โ2010)
Start with Race for the Dying and read in order.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Race for the Dying 2009Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | Comes a Time for Burning 2010Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Posadas County Mystery Series
Ongoing17 books (2002โ2026)
Start with Scavengers, the first of 17 books in the Posadas County Mystery series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Scavengers 2002Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | A Discount for Death 2003Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | Convenient Disposal 2004Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | Statute of Limitations 2006Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 5 | Final Payment 2007Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 6 | The Fourth Time Is Murder 2008Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 7 | Red, Green, or Murder 2009Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 8 | Double Prey 2010Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 9 | NightZone 2013Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 10 | Blood Sweep 2015Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 11 | Come Dark 2016Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 12 | Lies Come Easy 2018Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 13 | Less Than a Moment 2020Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 14 | No Accident 2022Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 15 | Perfect Opportunity 2024Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 16 | If It Isn't One Thing . . . 2025Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 17 | Reverse 2026Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete4 books (1981โ1985)
Start with The Killer, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Killer 1981Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | The Worst Enemy 1984Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | Leadfire 1985Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | Timber Blood 1985Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Steven F. Havill written?
- Steven F. Havill has written 34 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1981 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Steven F. Havill series?
- Here are the first books in Steven F. Havill's series: Bill Gastner Mystery: Heartshot; Dr. Thomas Parks: Race for the Dying; Posadas County Mystery: Scavengers.
- What order should I read Steven F. Havill's books?
- We recommend reading Steven F. Havill's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Steven F. Havill still writing new books?
- Yes, Steven F. Havill has 1 ongoing series: Posadas County Mystery.

