Crime, Mystery & Thriller Books in Series Reading Order

A reading order reference for mystery & thriller fans, online since 2013.

Find every mystery and thriller series in the right reading order, with 250+ authors, thousands of titles. Series lists, standalone novels, and reading guides all in one place.

Browse Authors A-Z

Looking for a specific author? Search below or browse the full author index for series lists and reading orders.

If an author is missing, let us know, as we’re always adding more.

New & Upcoming Book Releases

Recently added books, each linking to the full author page and series order.

• Private Tokyo
• The Brothers McKay
• The Last Mandarin
• A River Red With Blood
• 26 Beauties
• Last One Out
• A Cruise to Die For
• One Second Away
• The Knight’s Pledge
• Shadow Strike
• Paradox
• Wicked Women

See all the new book releases

Featured Authors

Recently updated or added authors, each linking to their complete reading order, book list, and author information.

• Ward Larsen
• Tom Clancy
• David S. Khara
• Robert Dugoni
• Jeffery Deaver
• Shannon Baker
• Jonathan Maberry
• James Patterson
• Louise Penny

Missing an Author?

Can’t find your favorite mystery writer on the site? Let us know here. We add authors based on reader requests!

Mystery Sequels has been helping readers find the right book, in the right order, since 2013. Maintained by Marika, with regular updates as new titles are released. [About Us]