A.J. Tata Reading Order
5 series Β· 18 books
A.J. Tata is a retired military officer and accomplished author known for his gripping military thrillers. With an extensive bibliography of 18 books spanning five series, including the popular Captain Jake Mahegan and Garrett Sinclair, he has captivated readers since his debut in 2008. Active until 2025, Tata's work expertly blends intense action with intricate plots, making him a standout in the genre.
Captain Jake Mahegan Series
Complete6 books (2015β2019)
Start with Foreign and Domestic, the first of 6 books in the Captain Jake Mahegan series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Foreign and Domestic 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Three Minutes to Midnight 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Besieged 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Direct Fire 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Dark Winter 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Double Crossfire 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
Garrett Sinclair Series
Ongoing3 books (2021β2024)
Start with Chasing the Lion and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Chasing the Lion 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Total Empire 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Phalanx Code 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
The Reaper Series
Likely Complete4 books (2018β2023)
Start with Ghost Target, the first of 4 books in the The Reaper series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ghost Target 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Threat Zero 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Drone Strike 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Board 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
Threat Series
Complete4 books (2008β2015)
Start with Sudden Threat, the first of 4 books in the Threat series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sudden Threat 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Rogue Threat 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Hidden Threat 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Mortal Threat 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
Zara Sheridan Series
Complete1 book (2025β2025)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Brace for Impact 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has A.J. Tata written?
- A.J. Tata has written 18 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each A.J. Tata series?
- Here are the first books in A.J. Tata's series: Captain Jake Mahegan: Foreign and Domestic; Garrett Sinclair: Chasing the Lion; The Reaper: Ghost Target; Threat: Sudden Threat.
- What order should I read A.J. Tata's books?
- We recommend reading A.J. Tata's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is A.J. Tata still writing new books?
- Yes, A.J. Tata has 1 ongoing series: Garrett Sinclair.

