The books are known for their strong sense of place and vivid descriptions of the western landscape, as well as their complex characters and intricate plotlines. One of the recurring themes in the series is the tension between modern life and traditional values, as Joe and other characters struggle to balance the demands of a changing world with their deep attachment to the land and way of life in the rural west. Throughout the series, he faces a range of challenges, including environmental concerns, corruption, and violence, while also grappling with personal issues and relationships with his wife and daughters. Joe is a dedicated family man who takes his job seriously, and he frequently finds himself caught up in dangerous situations as he investigates various crimes in the region. The series follows the life of Joe Pickett, a game warden in Wyoming, as he navigates through his job and personal life in the rural west. The Best American Mystery Stories 2020, 2020.Pronghorns of the Third Reich, 2012 (short story).Series the Author Contributed To in Publication Order Bibliomysteries Inherit the Dead, 2013 (with Lee Child, Mary Higgins Clark, John Connolly, Charlaine Harris, Jonathan Santlofer, and Lisa Unger).Shots Fired: Stories from Joe Pickett Country, 2014 (a Joe Pickett story)Ĭody Hoyt / Cassie Dewell Series In Publication Order.Shots Fired: Stories from Joe Pickett Country (Joe Pickett #14.5), 2014.Force of Nature (Joe Pickett #12), 2012.The Master Falconer (Joe Pickett #11.5), 2011.New C J Box Book Storm Watch (Joe Pickett #23), 2023 Box novels in order of publication and chronological order for all his series. Quite a lot of books, but well worth the read! Box books in order means catching up with 23 Joe Pickett novels, 6 Cody Hoyt/Cassie Dewell series, 2 standalone novels, several short stories, and collections as well. Overview of the Cody Hoyt/Cassie Dewell Series.Should We Read the Joe Pickett Series in Order?.

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