Eric Hamilton Wilson Books in Order
Browse Eric Hamilton Wilson books in order, with short summaries, background on his Canadian mysteries, and practical suggestions for choosing a first read.
Last updated: July 14, 2026
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Eric Hamilton Wilson books in publication order
22 books
Murder on The Canadian
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1976
Tom Austen boards the transcontinental train known as The Canadian expecting a memorable trip. When a passenger is murdered, his love of detective stories becomes dangerously real as he investigates the people sharing his railcar.
Vancouver Nightmare
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1978
Tom poses as a runaway on Vancouver's Skid Road to help police expose a gang supplying drugs to children. When the gang discovers his real purpose, he is trapped in a dangerous world far from home.
Terror in Winnipeg
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1979
After masked members of DEMON attack a Winnipeg industrialist's home, Tom and the man's daughter, Dianne, are kidnapped. The group claims to oppose a polluting factory, but Tom soon realizes there is a darker motive behind the terror.
The Lost Treasure of Casa Loma
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1979
Tom and Liz arrive at Toronto's Casa Loma just as its millionaire owner disappears. With diamonds believed hidden in the castle and suspects everywhere, the siblings investigate kidnapping, betrayal, and danger that reaches Niagara Falls.
The Ghost of Lunenberg Manor
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1981
Tom and Liz visit a Nova Scotia fishing village, where an attack on Professor Zinck opens the door to a deadly mystery. Pirates, a supposedly haunted manor, and a dangerous family secret keep the siblings guessing.
Disneyland Hostage
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1982
Liz and her Aunt Melody take a California holiday, but strange disappearances at Disneyland point to something much larger. When terrorists seize hostages inside the park, Liz must stay calm and find a way to help.
The Unmasking of 'Ksan
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1986
At the 'Ksan historical village in northern British Columbia, Dawn borrows an ancient Raven mask for a dance, then watches it vanish. With her friend Graham, she searches for the thief while learning why the artifact matters.
The Case of the Golden Boy
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1987
When Tom's wealthy classmate Dianne Dorchester is kidnapped, he has a real case to solve close to home. Overheard conversations and clues from an empty house draw him into danger as he tries to find her.
The Green Gables Detectives
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1987
Liz and her friends visit Prince Edward Island, where eerie events at Green Gables lead them from an old cemetery to a haunted church and deserted lighthouse. Their holiday becomes a tense investigation into a murder.
Code Red at the Supermall
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1988
Tom and Liz arrive at West Edmonton Mall expecting a day of spectacular attractions. After a bomber strikes, they follow a trail through the enormous mall, where threats from a violent gang make every lead more dangerous.
Cold Midnight in Vieux Québec
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1989
Tom visits Quebec City for hockey and winter carnival, but a murder draws him into a plot against an international chemical-weapons treaty. With Dietmar beside him, he searches the old city for the people willing to stop peace at any cost.
The Ice Diamond Quest
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1991
Tom and Liz join cousins Sarah and Duncan in Newfoundland after a yacht sends a puzzling signal from offshore. Their search for the meaning of “ice diamond” leads to the Renegades, a shadowy figure called Hawk, and real danger.
The St. Andrews Werewolf
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1993
Liz lands a role in a summer production in St. Andrews, New Brunswick, but a local werewolf legend soon feels too close for comfort. With her friend Makiko, she investigates arsons, a lonely island mansion, and a frightening hidden threat.
The Inuk Mountie Adventure
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1995
On a school trip to Gjoa Haven in the high Arctic, Tom learns of a conspiracy that could reshape Canada's future. To expose it, he must locate a missing micro-cassette amid drum dances, snowmobile chases, and dangerous opponents.
Spirit in the Rainforest
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996
While visiting Vancouver Island, Tom and Liz discover secrets on Nearby Island, where ancient rainforest is threatened by clear-cut logging. Eerie screams, a deserted school, and a shady insurance scheme turn an environmental fight into a dangerous mystery.
Summer of Discovery
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996
Ian Danoff, a boy with spina bifida, attends a summer camp for children with disabilities and faces life beyond his family's protection. New friendships, rivalries, and a touch of mystery make the summer a hard-won step toward independence.
The Kootenay Kidnapper
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996
Tom and his friend Dietmar arrive in British Columbia's Kootenay region just as local children begin disappearing. A ghost town, the Cody Caves, and a trail of suspicious strangers pull Tom into a race to stop the kidnapper.
The Prairie Dog Conspiracy
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996
During a bitter Winnipeg winter, Tom notices strange activity around an abandoned house. His search takes him onto the historic Prairie Dog Central railway and toward a secret that puts one of his friends in serious danger.
Vampires of Ottawa
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996
In Ottawa for a public-speaking competition, Liz stays in a former jail and meets the unsettling Baron Nicolai Zaba. Strange events at his gloomy estate make vampire legends feel alarmingly real, and Liz must uncover who is threatening him.
Escape From Big Muddy
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1998
Twelve-year-old Liz finds a mysterious book after a biker gang fugitive collapses on a Saskatchewan bus. Its coded disk may lead to a stolen golden statue, but Liz must outrun ruthless treasure hunters to learn the truth.
The Emily Carr Mystery
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
2000
Liz travels to Victoria for her friend Tiffany's wedding and becomes tangled in the secrets of the deMornay family. When a valuable Emily Carr painting disappears from Thirteen Oaks mansion, Liz investigates a growing list of suspects.
Red River Ransom
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
2006
When a movie production comes to Tom Austen's Winnipeg school, a child star is kidnapped. Tom follows the clues through a case involving ransom, film-world secrets, and criminals who are ready to keep him quiet.
Where to start with Eric Hamilton Wilson
For the classic first case: Murder on The Canadian → Vancouver Nightmare → Terror in Winnipeg.
For brother-and-sister investigations: The Lost Treasure of Casa Loma → The Ghost of Lunenberg Manor → Spirit in the Rainforest.
For a Liz-led mystery: Disneyland Hostage → Vampires of Ottawa → The Green Gables Detectives.
For later adventures: The Inuk Mountie Adventure → The Emily Carr Mystery → Red River Ransom.
Eric Hamilton Wilson sub-series and character series
The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries books in order
Explore this series
Murder on The Canadian
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1976The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 1
Vancouver Nightmare
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1978The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 2
Terror in Winnipeg
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1979The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 18
The Lost Treasure of Casa Loma
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1979The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 19
The Ghost of Lunenberg Manor
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1981The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 17
Disneyland Hostage
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1982The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 4
The Case of the Golden Boy
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1987The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 3
The Green Gables Detectives
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1987The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 8
Code Red at the Supermall
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1988The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 9
Cold Midnight in Vieux Québec
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1989The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 10
The Ice Diamond Quest
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1991The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 11
The St. Andrews Werewolf
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1993The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 13
The Inuk Mountie Adventure
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1995The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 14
Spirit in the Rainforest
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 7
The Kootenay Kidnapper
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 5
The Prairie Dog Conspiracy
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 12
Vampires of Ottawa
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 6
Escape From Big Muddy
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1998The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 15
The Emily Carr Mystery
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
2000The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 16
Red River Ransom
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
2006The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 20
The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries books in chronological order

Murder on The Canadian
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1976The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 1
Vancouver Nightmare
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1978The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 2
The Case of the Golden Boy
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1987The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 3
Disneyland Hostage
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1982The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 4
The Kootenay Kidnapper
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 5
Vampires of Ottawa
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 6
Spirit in the Rainforest
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 7
The Green Gables Detectives
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1987The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 8
Code Red at the Supermall
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1988The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 9
Cold Midnight in Vieux Québec
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1989The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 10
The Ice Diamond Quest
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1991The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 11
The Prairie Dog Conspiracy
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1996The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 12
The St. Andrews Werewolf
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1993The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 13
The Inuk Mountie Adventure
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1995The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 14
Escape From Big Muddy
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1998The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 15
The Emily Carr Mystery
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
2000The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 16
The Ghost of Lunenberg Manor
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1981The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 17
Terror in Winnipeg
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1979The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 18
The Lost Treasure of Casa Loma
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
1979The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 19
Red River Ransom
by Eric Hamilton Wilson
2006The Tom and Liz Austen Mysteries, Book 20
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Author bio
Eric Hamilton Wilson was born in Ottawa, Ontario, on November 24, 1940. His father was an RCMP detective, so Wilson spent parts of his childhood moving between communities in Canada. Those early travels gave him a close look at the country that would later fill his books, from busy cities to small towns and wide-open northern landscapes.
He earned a degree in education from the University of British Columbia in 1963, then became a teacher in White Rock, British Columbia. He taught both elementary and secondary students, and paid close attention to the kids who saw reading as a chore rather than an escape.
Some of his Grade 8 students told him that books were boring. Wilson took that personally, in the useful way. He began writing short adventure stories with the things his students wanted, quick openings, plenty of dialogue, real danger, and chapters that ended at the worst possible moment. The students liked them. Publishers initially did not, and his first five manuscripts were rejected.
He kept going.
Wilson's first published novel, Murder on The Canadian, arrived in 1976. It introduced Tom Austen, a young mystery fan who finds himself facing a real murder aboard a cross-country passenger train. The book set the pattern for many stories to come, young people caught in trouble, clues hidden in plain sight, and a Canadian setting that matters as much as the plot.
Tom's sister Liz soon became just as important to the series. Sometimes the siblings investigate together, as in The Lost Treasure of Casa Loma and The Ice Diamond Quest. Other books let one of them take the lead, including Liz's Ottawa adventure Vampires of Ottawa and Tom's northern mystery The Inuk Mountie Adventure. Their cases take readers to places such as Vancouver, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, Quebec City, the Arctic, and Victoria.
Wilson also wrote outside the Austen mysteries. In Summer of Discovery, a boy named Ian Danoff attends a camp for children with disabilities and faces fears that have shaped his life. The Unmasking of 'Ksan follows Dawn and Graham after an ancient Raven mask is stolen from a museum in northern British Columbia. Both books show Wilson's interest in putting young characters in real places with problems they can't simply ignore.
By 1985, Wilson was writing full time. His work has been recognized by Canadian booksellers and crime writers, and he received the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal for his efforts to encourage literacy. His books have reached readers in several languages, but their purpose has stayed simple: give young readers a story that pulls them forward.
Wilson has long made his home in Victoria, British Columbia. He has continued to visit schools and talk with students about reading, research, and the practical work of building a mystery. For a former teacher, it is a fitting second act. The classroom that pushed him to start writing never really left the story.
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