Who created Bitter Creek?

Bitter Creek was created by Joan Johnston.

How many Bitter Creek books are there?

There are 19 books featuring Bitter Creek across 3 series.

What order should I read the Bitter Creek books?

The Bitter Creek books span 3 series: Bitter Creek Books, Bitter Creek: Mail-Order Bride Books, Bitter Creek Collections. Each series should be read in the order listed on this page.

What was the first Bitter Creek book?

The first Bitter Creek book was "The Cowboy", published in 2000.

What is the most recent Bitter Creek book?

The most recent Bitter Creek book is "Winter Magic", published in 2020.

Bitter Creek Books in Order by Joan Johnston

“Bitter Creek” features the sharp-tongued, independent detective, Sadie Quinn, in a classic small-town mystery series set in the remote and windswept Bitter Creek, Montana. The novels blend the traditional tropes of cozy mysteries with a darker, grittier tone, exploring secrets and dark histories within a close-knit community. Sadie’s relentless determination and sardonic wit make her a memorable and compelling protagonist.

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