Mel Pickett books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Mel Pickett series?"

"There are two books in the Mel Pickett series, published between 1996 and 2001."

Q: "What is the first book in the Mel Pickett series?"

"The first book in the Mel Pickett series is Buried in Stone, published in 1996."

Q: "Who is Mel Pickett?"

"Mel Pickett is a retired librarian from Toronto who moves to rural Ontario and finds himself investigating local crimes. His quiet, observant nature and outsider perspective make him an effective amateur detective in small-town settings."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Buried in Stone	1996	Eric Wright	Buy
2	Death of a Hired Man	2001	Eric Wright	Buy

The Mel Pickett series consists of two mysteries featuring a retired Toronto librarian who has moved to rural Ontario. Freed from his old routine, Pickett finds himself pulled into local crime when his curiosity and observational skills prove useful.

Published in 1996 and 2001, the books have a quieter pace than the Charlie Salter novels. The rural Ontario settings and Pickett’s fish-out-of-water status give the series its own distinct character.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Mel Pickett series?

There are two books in the Mel Pickett series, published between 1996 and 2001.

What is the first book in the Mel Pickett series?

The first book in the Mel Pickett series is Buried in Stone, published in 1996.

Who is Mel Pickett?

Mel Pickett is a retired librarian from Toronto who moves to rural Ontario and finds himself investigating local crimes. His quiet, observant nature and outsider perspective make him an effective amateur detective in small-town settings.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order