FROM THE CRIME DESK
The Buck Taylor Crime Series: How to Read the Books in Order
Chuck Morgan, Crime Fiction Author
Colorado’s mountains have always been a dramatic backdrop for crime fiction, but Chuck Morgan’s Buck Taylor Crime Series gives the landscape a pulse of its own. The novels follow Colorado Bureau of Investigation Agent Buck Taylor as he works cases that range from disappearances and arson to conspiracies, cartel violence, and large-scale threats across the state.
Readers often ask where to begin, and while each book stands alone, the series has a clear chronological path. If you want the full experience of Buck’s evolution, his team, his cases, and the expanding world around him, reading the books in order is the best approach.
About the Buck Taylor Crime Series
The series centers on Buck Taylor, a seasoned CBI agent whose investigations take him deep into Colorado’s mountain towns, wilderness areas, ski resorts, and isolated communities. Each novel introduces a new case, but the supporting cast and ongoing relationships give the series continuity that rewards readers who follow the sequence.
The tone leans toward police procedural: evidence, interviews, forensic details, and the politics surrounding each investigation. Buck’s age and experience give the books a grounded feel, and the Colorado setting adds atmosphere that becomes part of the storytelling.
Buck Taylor Books in Order
Here is the recommended reading order for the main Buck Taylor novels:
- Crime Interrupted
- Crime Delayed
- Crime Unsolved
- Crime Exposed
- Crime Denied
- Crime Conspiracy
- Crime Unknown
- Crime Exploded
- Crime Spree
- Crime Family
- Crime Scene
- Crime Victims
- Crime Unraveled
- Cold Justice
A holiday novella, A Very Merry PISmas, fits between books 3 and 4 for readers who want the complete timeline.
For direct links to each book and the official reading order, visit the full guide on the author’s site:
Full Reading List: https://chuckmorganbooks.com/pages/reading-order-list (chuckmorganbooks.com in Bing)
Why Read the Series in Order?
Although each book works as a standalone investigation, reading in order gives you:
- a clearer view of Buck Taylor’s development
- continuity with the CBI team
- references to earlier cases
- a natural progression of stakes and complexity
- a smoother introduction to the Colorado settings
Readers who jump ahead won’t be lost, but starting with Crime Interrupted provides the strongest foundation.
Boxsets and Collections
For readers who prefer bundled editions, several boxsets group the novels into convenient collections. These are available through Kindle and through the official Chuck Morgan store, which also offers eBooks, paperbacks, and audiobooks.
Where to Start
Most readers begin with Crime Interrupted, the first Buck Taylor novel. It introduces Buck, his team, and the investigative style that carries through the series. From there, the reading order flows naturally into Crime Delayed and Crime Unsolved.
If you prefer to sample the series, you can start with any book whose premise catches your interest — the stories are designed to stand alone.
Read the Full Canonical Version
This syndicated article is a shortened overview. For the complete reading list — including detailed summaries and direct links to every book — read the full version on the official site:
Full Article: https://chuckmorganbooks.com/blogs/news/buck-taylor-crime-series-reading-order (chuckmorganbooks.com in Bing)
About the Author
Chuck Morgan is a Colorado‑based crime and thriller author whose work blends mystery, suspense, and procedural investigation. His novels feature vivid settings, complex cases, and characters who grow across multiple books.
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