Dylan Maples is a young adventurer who keeps finding himself in the middle of mysteries set across Canada. Shane Peacock created the character for younger readers, sending Dylan to different provinces where local history and landscape play a big role in each story.
The series ran from 1999 to 2019, with each book standing fairly well on its own. Dylan is curious and resourceful, the kind of kid who notices things adults miss. The Canadian settings give the series a distinctive feel, with each location bringing its own atmosphere and challenges.
Peacock writes Dylan as a relatable character for middle grade readers, with enough danger to keep the stories exciting but nothing too heavy for the target audience.
Reading Order
See the complete The Dylan Maples Adventures reading order for all books in the series.