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Joe Gunther

by Archer Mayor

33 books Started 1988 Latest 2022
Publication Reading Order

The Joe Gunther is a Historical Fiction / Crime Fiction series by Archer Mayor, made up of 33 books published between 1988 and 2022. It begins with Open Season (1988), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Fall Guy (2022), spanning 34 years of storytelling.

33books
34years active
5decades
~1.1yrs between books
2022latest release
# Title Year Buy
1980s
1 Open Season 1988 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1990s
2 Borderlines 1990 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Scent of Evil 1991 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 The Skeleton's Knee 1992 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Fruits of the Poisonous Tree 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 The Dark Root 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 The Ragman's Memory 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Bellows Falls 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 The Disposable Man 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Occam's Razor 1999 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
11 The Marble Mask 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Tucker Peak 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 The Sniper's Wife 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Gatekeeper 2003 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 The Surrogate Thief 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 St. Albans Fire 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 The Second Mouse 2006 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 Chat 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 The Catch 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
20 The Price of Malice 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
21 Red Herring 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
22 Tag Man 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
23 Paradise City 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
24 Three Can Keep a Secret 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
25 Proof Positive 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
26 The Company She Kept 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
27 Presumption of Guilt 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
28 Trace 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
29 Bury the Lead 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
30 Bomber's Moon 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
31 The Orphan's Guilt 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
32 Marked Man 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
33 Fall GuyLatest 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Joe Gunther series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Joe Gunther series?

Start with Open Season (1988), the first book in the Joe Gunther series by Archer Mayor. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Joe Gunther series?

There are 33 books in the Joe Gunther series by Archer Mayor, published between 1988 and 2022.

What is the first book in the Joe Gunther series?

The first book in the Joe Gunther series is Open Season, published in 1988 by Archer Mayor.

What is the latest book in the Joe Gunther series?

The most recent book in the Joe Gunther series is Fall Guy (2022) by Archer Mayor.

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About Archer Mayor

Archer Mayor is an American author known for his crime fiction and historical novels. Born in 1945, he holds a PhD in English from the University of California, Berkeley. Mayor's most famous work is the Vermont-based Joe Gunther detective series. The first novel in the series, "Open Season," won the Edgar Award for Best First Novel in 1997. He has also written standalone novels and historical fiction, including the American Revolution-themed "The Patriots." Mayor's writing has received critical acclaim for its vivid characters, intricate plots, and exploration of social issues. He has won numerous awards, including two Edgar Awards, the Anthony Award, and the Macavity Award. His work has been translated into over 20 languages.

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