Detective Bernadette Callahan Mystery Reading Order#
| Title |
Published |
Buy on Amazon |
| Polar Bear Dawn |
2013 |
Buy |
| Pipeline Killers |
2014 |
Buy |
| Treading Darkness |
2017 |
Buy |
| Black Wolf Rising |
2017 |
Buy |
| Climate Killers |
2018 |
Buy |
| Caught In The Crossfire |
2019 |
Buy |
| Deadly Ancestors |
2020 |
Buy |
| When the Devil Bird Cries |
2020 |
Buy |
| The Last Exit |
2023 |
Buy |
| Suspects and Liars |
2024 |
Buy |
Short Stories/Novellas#
| Title |
Published |
Buy on Amazon |
| Dolphin Dreams |
2013 |
Buy |
| Half Brother Blues |
2017 |
Buy |
Standalone Novels#
| Title |
Published |
Buy on Amazon |
| Misdiagnosis… Murder |
2012 |
Buy |
Lyle Nicholson is a Canadian crime fiction writer whose Detective Bernadette Callahan series is set in the vast landscapes of northern Canada. The series began with Polar Bear Dawn (2013) and has grown to ten books, following an RCMP detective through cases that reflect the unique challenges of policing in remote, harsh environments.
Nicholson’s plots draw on his knowledge of the Canadian North, incorporating themes of pipeline development, climate change, and indigenous communities. His standalone novel, Misdiagnosis… Murder (2012), and shorter works round out a catalog focused on crime fiction with a strong sense of place.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books has Lyle Nicholson written?
Lyle Nicholson has written thirteen books across three series.
What was Lyle Nicholson's first book?
Lyle Nicholson’s first book is Misdiagnosis… Murder, published in 2012.
What is the Detective Bernadette Callahan series about?
The series follows RCMP Detective Bernadette Callahan as she investigates crimes across northern Canada. Starting with Polar Bear Dawn (2013), the ten books feature cases involving pipelines, climate issues, and dangers unique to the Canadian wilderness.