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Walt Longmire #1-4
The Walt Longmire Mystery Series Boxed Set Volume 1-4
The perfect gift for Longmire An e-book bundle of the first four mysteries in the bestselling Walt Longmire Mystery seriesWith the hit A&E television series Longmire capturing millions of viewers and Craig Johnson’s last two novels hitting the New York Times bestseller list in hardcover, Walt Longmire is a name on everyone’s lips and has earned his star.For fans of the show and newcomers to the novels, we now offer the first four books in the series in one e-book bundle, giving Longmire devotees a chance to catch up on the world of their favorite small-town sheriff before the second season of the show begins next year.
1392 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 27, 2012
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About the author
Craig Johnson
102 books4,967 followersLibrarian Note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
Craig Johnson an American novelist, short story writer, and playwright. . He lives in Ucross, near Sheridan, Wyoming, population 25.
Johnson has written twelve novels featuring Sheriff Walt Longmire: The Cold Dish, Death Without Company, Kindness Goes Unpunished, Another Man's Moccasins, Junkyard Dogs, The Dark Horse (which received starred reviews from Kirkus, Booklist, Publishers Weekly, and Library Journal, and was named one of Publisher's Weekly's best books of the year in 2009), Hell Is Empty, As The Crow Flies and A Serpent's Tooth. The Cold Dish and The Dark Horse were both Dilys Award finalists, and Death Without Company was named the Wyoming Historical Association's Book of the Year. Another Man's Moccasins received the Western Writers of America Spur Award for best novel of 2008 as well as the Mountains and Plains award for fiction book of the year.
Former police officer; has also worked as an educator, cowboy, and longshoreman.
AWARDS: Tony Hillerman Award for "Old Indian Trick"; fiction book of the year, Wyoming Historical Society, for Death Without Company, Wyoming Council for the Arts Award.
Craig Johnson an American novelist, short story writer, and playwright. . He lives in Ucross, near Sheridan, Wyoming, population 25.
Johnson has written twelve novels featuring Sheriff Walt Longmire: The Cold Dish, Death Without Company, Kindness Goes Unpunished, Another Man's Moccasins, Junkyard Dogs, The Dark Horse (which received starred reviews from Kirkus, Booklist, Publishers Weekly, and Library Journal, and was named one of Publisher's Weekly's best books of the year in 2009), Hell Is Empty, As The Crow Flies and A Serpent's Tooth. The Cold Dish and The Dark Horse were both Dilys Award finalists, and Death Without Company was named the Wyoming Historical Association's Book of the Year. Another Man's Moccasins received the Western Writers of America Spur Award for best novel of 2008 as well as the Mountains and Plains award for fiction book of the year.
Former police officer; has also worked as an educator, cowboy, and longshoreman.
AWARDS: Tony Hillerman Award for "Old Indian Trick"; fiction book of the year, Wyoming Historical Society, for Death Without Company, Wyoming Council for the Arts Award.
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July 3, 2016
I simply cannot get enough of this guy. The depth of his personality, the past that is revealed about him. I'm in love with his best friend. I just have to be sure that I don't read through the series too quickly and run off to Wyoming to see if he's for real. It's okay to read the series while watching the TV show. They are not the same, but you can still follow without getting confused. Characters from the books have been switched around to accommodate the 43 minute TV format, but the content is the same. Enjoy this delicious bit of Americana.
April 20, 2022
Longmire, but not the TV series!
I sat down with my mom to watch a Longmire episode one evening. She was a fan of the series' leading actor. I watched and thought it was pretty good. I didn't watch it again until after Mommy passed away. By then it was a Netflix original and was soon dropped. I recently read one of Craig Johnson's newest releases and loved it! I've watched the series numerous times but thought maybe I should try more of his books. I was definitely surprised as I began reading that except for some of the characters, the book series is nothing like the TV series...at least not yet! Which is fine for me! I am enjoying an author rather new to me who writes about not only the history of Wyoming but also treats the Native American history, traditions, rituals, and culture with great respect. Along with learning more about Wyoming, I am also reading a great story within this book that makes it very difficult to put down! You will find in the series of Longmire books, the same characters from the TV series but with more insight into their backgrounds: Standing Bear (my favorite), Sheriff Walt Longmire, Cady, Vic (I don't like her in the TV series and I don't like her in the books but she serves a purpose), Lucian, and Ruby. The other characters are in the books, but they are very different. The events in the books are very different from the series so far. But, read for yourself. If you've seen the series, you'll understand. If you haven't seen the series, read the books first and then watch it. They are both good...but different...
I sat down with my mom to watch a Longmire episode one evening. She was a fan of the series' leading actor. I watched and thought it was pretty good. I didn't watch it again until after Mommy passed away. By then it was a Netflix original and was soon dropped. I recently read one of Craig Johnson's newest releases and loved it! I've watched the series numerous times but thought maybe I should try more of his books. I was definitely surprised as I began reading that except for some of the characters, the book series is nothing like the TV series...at least not yet! Which is fine for me! I am enjoying an author rather new to me who writes about not only the history of Wyoming but also treats the Native American history, traditions, rituals, and culture with great respect. Along with learning more about Wyoming, I am also reading a great story within this book that makes it very difficult to put down! You will find in the series of Longmire books, the same characters from the TV series but with more insight into their backgrounds: Standing Bear (my favorite), Sheriff Walt Longmire, Cady, Vic (I don't like her in the TV series and I don't like her in the books but she serves a purpose), Lucian, and Ruby. The other characters are in the books, but they are very different. The events in the books are very different from the series so far. But, read for yourself. If you've seen the series, you'll understand. If you haven't seen the series, read the books first and then watch it. They are both good...but different...
July 18, 2013
If you haven't watched A&E's Longmire, you should. You do not need to be a fan of the show, however, to enjoy these books. The dry humour, laconic dialogue, and perfectly described Wyoming setting evoke comparisons to Larry McMurtry's work.
I bought this box set and then bought every other Longmire book. I've already hooked my husband and mother on the series. A must read for any devotee of Westerns.
I bought this box set and then bought every other Longmire book. I've already hooked my husband and mother on the series. A must read for any devotee of Westerns.
December 12, 2016
I got hooked on the Longmire series on Netflix and loved the characters especially Walt Longmire. The Netflix series mainly uses Book 1 of the 4 volume set so there is so much more to learn about Walt and his female deputy Victoria "Vic" from Philadelphia. The setting is in Wyoming and after reading the books and watching all currrent seasons (hoping for more) on Netflix makes me want to travel there. The author, Craig Johnson, knows his subject matter especially the Native Americans who play a major role in the books, especially Henry.
I am not sure if I would have viewed the book series differently after having already watched the Netflix series. By watching the series it mentally painted a picture of the book characters which really made reading that much more enjoyable. The producers who selected the actors to play the parts did an outstanding job as they mirror the book's characters. A 4 volume set I could not put down.
An overall 5 stars. Recommended reading.
I am not sure if I would have viewed the book series differently after having already watched the Netflix series. By watching the series it mentally painted a picture of the book characters which really made reading that much more enjoyable. The producers who selected the actors to play the parts did an outstanding job as they mirror the book's characters. A 4 volume set I could not put down.
An overall 5 stars. Recommended reading.
June 16, 2016
I really enjoyed these books. I was a big fan of the TV series. And the books did not disappoint.
It was especially interesting to read the books with the voices of the TV actors.
It was especially interesting to read the books with the voices of the TV actors.
August 24, 2019
This is such a fun series! I love that the location is a character. I enjoy the descriptive language. And I like the characters. Good people.
January 21, 2025
Rough Around the Edges but Real
The common tale of the drunken investigator adds interest with layers of history - a Vietnam vet who likes quoting Shakespeare and drinking bad beer.
Unlike many cowboy investigator stories, Walt is best friends with someone who shares similarities but is a leader in his own right. The cowboy-Indian dynamic is heightened by a friendship cemented by a fight in a schoolyard, and the shared history of Vietnam. Henry Standing Bear might help with investigations, but he is nobody’s tame sidekick.
Victoria ‘the Terror’ Moretti is an able deputy and detective, but also a love interest. The third novel, her native Philadelphia, shows her in her element.
Even the side characters like Dog and Brandon White Buffalo get absorbed into the slipstream of community ties and investigation. Ruby is just a straight-talking gem.
I’m thinking about adding this to my collection. It’s as good as the Dresden Files, and I don’t say that often.
The common tale of the drunken investigator adds interest with layers of history - a Vietnam vet who likes quoting Shakespeare and drinking bad beer.
Unlike many cowboy investigator stories, Walt is best friends with someone who shares similarities but is a leader in his own right. The cowboy-Indian dynamic is heightened by a friendship cemented by a fight in a schoolyard, and the shared history of Vietnam. Henry Standing Bear might help with investigations, but he is nobody’s tame sidekick.
Victoria ‘the Terror’ Moretti is an able deputy and detective, but also a love interest. The third novel, her native Philadelphia, shows her in her element.
Even the side characters like Dog and Brandon White Buffalo get absorbed into the slipstream of community ties and investigation. Ruby is just a straight-talking gem.
I’m thinking about adding this to my collection. It’s as good as the Dresden Files, and I don’t say that often.
June 24, 2018
Touching Story
Craig's writing is just plain amazing. The characters are real. They have real feelings and thoughts, and you are part of the day to day lives of their tales. In this story, he takes on the horrible situation of human trafficking, and develops a real living story about the main character`s heroism in Vietnam and relates it to a horrible tragic loss of a young girl. As usual, he also brings out the tribulations faced by Native Americans in the United States. You will laugh out loud, cry a little bit, and smile a lot reading this amazing book.
Craig's writing is just plain amazing. The characters are real. They have real feelings and thoughts, and you are part of the day to day lives of their tales. In this story, he takes on the horrible situation of human trafficking, and develops a real living story about the main character`s heroism in Vietnam and relates it to a horrible tragic loss of a young girl. As usual, he also brings out the tribulations faced by Native Americans in the United States. You will laugh out loud, cry a little bit, and smile a lot reading this amazing book.
July 24, 2018
Absolutely love the narrator. I want to listen to other books he narrates. Love his pacing, his gravelly low voice, and how he takes inflection and paused meaning to make the text come alive in a way I never would if I was just reading the text.
As for the book itself, not bad. Very interesting development of certain characters which makes me intrigued for the next few books.
As for the book itself, not bad. Very interesting development of certain characters which makes me intrigued for the next few books.
June 1, 2023
Pieces to the story
Think I have read most of Craig Johnson's books. Completely out of order. Virgil White Buffalo has been Walt's spirit guide more than once. I enjoyed meeting the man and his life.
Only book so far with a story of Vietnam. I was too young to go but knew several that did. My thanks to their service.
Think I have read most of Craig Johnson's books. Completely out of order. Virgil White Buffalo has been Walt's spirit guide more than once. I enjoyed meeting the man and his life.
Only book so far with a story of Vietnam. I was too young to go but knew several that did. My thanks to their service.
May 22, 2024
For a western-based, police murder mystery series filled with page-turning action, heart-stopping tension and endless suspense, The Longmire mysteries also deliver lyrical writing that just makes you stop, sigh, and say: "Sure wish I could write like this."
Craig Johnson delivers and delivers. This series is a treasure.
Craig Johnson delivers and delivers. This series is a treasure.
December 8, 2017
Great read!
I really enjoyed this box set. Craig Johnson is a very good story teller. His characters come alive on the pages. If you enjoy a well told story you will enjoy this boxed set!
I really enjoyed this box set. Craig Johnson is a very good story teller. His characters come alive on the pages. If you enjoy a well told story you will enjoy this boxed set!
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February 19, 2021I'm about one quarter way in and am getting a little frustrated with his meandering. Did anyone besides me find the bee collector lady in the restaurant the most boring thing they have ever read?
Seems I'm a one off ......
Seems I'm a one off ......
November 11, 2025
I read Book 2 The Cold Dish. It had a lot of details and humor. I enjoy Longmire, the TV show, but this book was a little wordy for me. I just wanted to get to the meat of the story and find out who done it.
June 4, 2017
If you like the television series Longmire, you'll love these books (the book is ALWAYS better, right?). My husband and I are reading the series via Audible. Wonderful narrator.
June 6, 2020
I liked the plot and hearing what Walt is thinking (as opposed to the silent stares in the series), but a lot of ballistic descriptions weighs it down. Only read first one so far.
October 15, 2020
Started reading these right after the last season of the show on NetFlix.... now i am on the 13th book in the series.
July 8, 2022
Longmire for the win
I love the Logmire series. The character development is amazing. The humor is the best, had me laughing out loud several times. I will be reading all of them. I would highly recommend to anyone who needs a summer mystery.
I love the Logmire series. The character development is amazing. The humor is the best, had me laughing out loud several times. I will be reading all of them. I would highly recommend to anyone who needs a summer mystery.
October 29, 2017
Good Read
Great storyline. I really enjoyed the Longmire books as well as the television show series. Keeps your interest. Good writing.
Great storyline. I really enjoyed the Longmire books as well as the television show series. Keeps your interest. Good writing.
July 3, 2013
I have read the entire series up to his latest book, very funny and entertaining. I'm reading them all again they are so good.
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September 17, 2013If you modern day sheriffs these books are great reads.
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April 5, 2015Excellent writing and story line.
April 16, 2015
LOVED
January 3, 2017
I love listening to George Guidall. He brought an essence to The Longmire series that I didn't have with the narrator in my brain. I enjoy these books twice as much with him as the narrator.
February 13, 2018
These books are wonderful. Excellent writing and suspense. Also gives a glimpse into living in Wyoming.
May 3, 2017
Excellent mysteries
These books are interesting from beginning to the end. Looking forward to reading more of Walt Longmire Mysteries. Keep them coming Mr. Craig Johnson.
These books are interesting from beginning to the end. Looking forward to reading more of Walt Longmire Mysteries. Keep them coming Mr. Craig Johnson.
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November 22, 2017Wait is just an all around good guy. But! He is much more. Funny, sarcastic, warm, caring, witty, well read, just, loyal, loving, questioning, unsure, trusting, grieving, believing, and in quest of answers. A great character in well written books that pull you in beside Walt to pursue the mystery. Henry,Vic, Lucien, Ruby, Cady, Santiago, Dog, all the other people that are so real. Absoroka County, Wyoming draws you there with its beauty and desolation. Keep writing Craig Johnson!
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