Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
Murder in Perspective |
1997 |
Edward Marston |
Buy |
| 2 |
Saint’s Rest |
1999 |
Edward Marston |
Buy |
The Merlin Richards series follows a Welsh architect working in America who uses his eye for design and detail to solve murders. Murder in Perspective (1997) and Saint’s Rest (1999) are the two entries, each placing Richards in a different American setting.
The series combines Marston’s interest in architecture with his mystery plotting, giving Richards a profession that naturally draws him into examining buildings, layouts, and the secrets they contain.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Merlin Richards series?
There are two books in the Merlin Richards series, published between 1997 and 1999.
What is the first book in the Merlin Richards series?
The first book in the Merlin Richards series is Murder in Perspective, published in 1997.
What is the Merlin Richards series about?
Merlin Richards is a Welsh architect working in America who gets drawn into murder investigations. Murder in Perspective takes place in Arizona, and Saint’s Rest moves the action to a different setting. Both books blend architecture with crime solving.