Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Endangered | 2009 | Pamela Beason | Buy |
| 2 | Bear Bait | 2012 | Pamela Beason | Buy |
| 3 | Undercurrents | 2013 | Pamela Beason | Buy |
| 4 | Backcountry | 2017 | Pamela Beason | Buy |
| 5 | Borderland | 2019 | Pamela Beason | Buy |
| 6 | Cascade | 2022 | Pamela Beason | Buy |
| 7 | If Only | 2025 | Pamela Beason | Buy |
The Summer Westin Mystery series follows its title character, a wildlife biologist turned web journalist, as she investigates crimes in wild, remote locations. Starting with Endangered (2009), the series uses national parks and wilderness settings as the backdrop for mystery plots. Summer Westin’s expertise in nature makes her uniquely qualified to spot things other investigators might miss.
The series has grown to seven books through 2025, with entries like Bear Bait, Undercurrents, and Cascade reflecting the outdoor settings where each story takes place. Beason’s own background in wildlife research gives the environmental details an authentic quality.