Richard King Books in Order

Montreal bookseller Sam Wiseman discovers a university professor’s body and finds himself implicated in the murder. Working with Detective Gaston Lemieux, he follows the clues to clear his name and turn his enthusiasm for fictional mysteries into practical detective work.

A notoriously harsh book reviewer is murdered, leaving Montreal’s authors under suspicion, including Sam Wiseman’s closest friend. The bookseller joins Detective Gaston Lemieux to investigate the killing and establish whether literary resentments conceal a more complicated motive.

The murder of a prominent author draws Montreal bookseller Sam Wiseman into another investigation. Rejoining Detective Gaston Lemieux, he searches for answers among people whose willingness to protect their secrets makes the case increasingly dangerous.