Thriller and suspense series in order, including the kind of books you finish at 2 a.m. because “one more chapter” is a lie. Start here if you want the cleanest reading order and the key series pages.
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When you think of Dexter Morgan, you may immediately think of Michael C. Hall’s depiction in the TV adaptation. The blood spatter technician and serial killer fascinated millions, but if you were left feeling dissatisfied by the show’s conclusion and subsequent spin-off, you’re in luck. Keep reading to find out about all the Dexter books in order.
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Mark Dawson has achieved great success as an independent author for his crime thrillers surrounding Group Fifteen, an illusive secret government agency for all things outside the scope of the law. It has been the inspiration for four different series, but Dawson has also written much more since his debut in 2001. Learn more about all the Mark Dawson books …
In a career only spanning 11 years thus far, Victor Methos has already published more than 50 books, accrued accolades and praise, and won awards. He is most well-known for crime legal thrillers such as A Killer’s Wife, The Neon Lawyer, The Shotgun Lawyer, and The Hallows, but keep reading to discover all the Victor Methos books in order.
Whether you first met Detective Superintendent Roy Grace on screen or have been following along since the publication of the first book in 2005, there is no denying Grace’s allure. Intelligent, crafty, and refreshingly real, he has enamored fans for nearly two decades. If you’ve never read the Roy Grace books in order before, you’re in for a plot-twisting, page-turning …
Looking for a list of Peter James books in order? You’ll find the full reading order below, including his series, standalones, and short fiction.
Peter James is best known for the Roy Grace novels, but his bibliography goes beyond that series. Having everything in one place makes it easier to see how his books fit together.
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Will Trent is one of Karin Slaughter’s most popular characters, who she describes as hard not to love. He is intelligent and resolute, but also bears the scars of his difficult childhood. You’ve likely seen Slaughter’s books adorning bookstore shelves everywhere, so keep reading to find out how to read her Will Trent series in order.
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Elvis Cole is the protagonist that propelled Robert Crais onto the bookshelves of readers all over the world. Cole is described as a wise-cracking Vietnam vet determined to never grow up, who quotes Jiminy Cricket, and carries a .38. If you enjoy mystery crime thrillers with a literary twist, you’ll enjoy reading the Robert Crais books in order.
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In the words of Evan Smoak: “Do you need my help?” The chances are likely if you want to know how to read Gregg Hurwitz’s Orphan X books in order, then this will be your ultimate guide.
Evan, or Orphan X, is a government-trained assassin that has broken away from his program, determined to help those in need with the …
If you’re looking for a list of all the Steve Berry books in order, then it’s likely you’re a fan of history, thrillers, and deeply guarded secrets. While his path to authorship was not all smooth sailing, Berry has become an international fan favorite with his historical crime thriller novels.
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Cotton Malone is a beloved protagonist, in part due to the unassuming duality of his character. While he tries to leave his past behind and run a quiet second-hand bookshop in Copenhagen, his past life as a top-secret U.S. operative is never far behind. If this premise intrigues you, keep reading to find out how to read the Cotton Malone…