Andrew Mayne Reading Order

4 books (2012–2017)

The Jessica Blackwood series consists of four standalone thrillers following the titular protagonist through interconnected investigations. Published between 2012 and 2017, the series is now complete and should be read in publication order: Angel Killer, Fire in the Sky, Name of the Devil, and Black Fall. Andrew Mayne combines elements of mystery, thriller, and action across these novels featuring a resourceful protagonist navigating complex cases.

Start with Angel Killer, the first of 4 books in the Jessica Blackwood series.

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1	Angel Killer 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Fire in the Sky 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Name of the Devil 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Black Fall 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (1996–2016)

This four-book non-fiction series by Andrew Mayne, published between 1996 and 2016, is now complete and should be read in publication order. The books cover practical topics spanning language, creative writing, science, and overcoming writer's block, making it useful for writers and those interested in related subjects. Begin with The Language Book and proceed through How to Write a Novella in 24 Hours, How to Make Money on Mars, and conclude with The Cure for Writer's Block.

Start with The Language Book, the first of 4 books in the Non-Fiction series.

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1	The Language Book 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	How to Write a Novella in 24 Hours 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	How to Make Money on Mars 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Cure for Writer's Block 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

14 books (1987–2020)

The Predator series comprises 13 books published between 1987 and 2020, completing a saga that spans science fiction, mystery, and action-adventure storytelling. Written by multiple authors including Paul Monette, Simon Hawke, Nathan Archer, and others, these novels should be read in publication order to follow the narrative progression. The series is now complete and offers a finished story arc for readers seeking a comprehensive experience in the Predator universe.

Start with Predator(By: Paul Monette), the first of 13 books in the Predator series.

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1	Predator(By: Paul Monette) 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Predator 2(By: Simon Hawke) 1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Concrete Jungle(By: James A. Moore,Nathan Archer) 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Concrete Jungle(By: Nathan Archer) 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Cold War(By: Nathan Archer) 1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Big Game(By: Sandy Schofield) 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Forever Midnight(By: John Shirley) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Flesh and Blood(By: Robert Greenberger,Michael Jan Friedman) 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	South China Sea(By: Jeff VanderMeer) 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Turnabout(By: Steve Perry) 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Incursion(By: Tim Lebbon) 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	If It Bleeds(With: Jonathan Maberry,Jeremy Robinson,Kevin J. Anderson,Bryan Thomas Schmidt,Tim Lebbon,Steve Perry,Mira Grant,Larry Correia,Dayton Ward) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Hunters and Hunted Official Movie Prequel(By: James A. Moore) 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Stalking Shadows(By: James A. Moore,Mark Morris) 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2011–2015)

Andrew Mayne's two-book short story collection spans from 2011 to 2015 and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Grendel's Shadow followed by Game Knight. This complete series blends science fiction, mystery, thriller, and action elements across its novellas.

Start with The Grendel's Shadow and read in order.

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1	The Grendel's Shadow 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Game Knight 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2016–2017)

Andrew Mayne's Space Ops duology consists of two science fiction thrillers published between 2016 and 2017. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Station Breaker followed by Orbital. These action-packed novels blend mystery and adventure within a space-centered setting.

Start with Station Breaker and read in order.

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1	Station Breaker 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Orbital 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2001–2026)

Andrew Mayne's standalone novels span from 2001 to 2013 across science fiction, mystery, thriller, and action-adventure genres. The complete series of four books should be read in publication order, beginning with Public Enemy Zero. Each novel stands alone but benefits from being approached sequentially as Mayne developed his craft across these diverse narratives.

Start with Public Enemy Zero and read in order.

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1	Public Enemy Zero 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Hollywood Pharaohs 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Knight School 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Session 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2011–2011)

The Chronological Man Adventure is a complete science fiction series by Andrew Mayne consisting of two books published in 2011. These action-packed mysteries should be read in publication order, beginning with The Martian Emperor followed by The Monster in the Mist.

Start with The Martian Emperor and read in order.

4 books (2017–2019)

The Naturalist is a complete four-book series by Andrew Mayne published between 2017 and 2019, blending science fiction, mystery, and thriller elements. Read the books in publication order: The Naturalist, Looking Glass, Dark Pattern, and Murder Theory. The series combines action and adventure with investigative storytelling across its full arc.

Start with The Naturalist, the first of 4 books in the The Naturalist series.

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1	The Naturalist 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Looking Glass 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Dark Pattern 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Murder Theory 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2025–2026)

The Specialists is an ongoing science fiction thriller series by Andrew Mayne featuring three books released between 2025 and 2026. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Imposter Syndrome, followed by Mr. Whisper and Chaos Man. With its blend of mystery, action, and speculative elements, this series offers readers a connected narrative that unfolds across installments as the author continues to develop the story.

Start with Imposter Syndrome and read in order.

2 books (2021–2022)

The Theo Cray and Jessica Blackwood series consists of two books published in 2021 and 2022. Begin with Mastermind followed by The Final Equinox to experience this complete science fiction thriller duology in the intended sequence.

Start with Mastermind and read in order.

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1	Mastermind 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Final Equinox 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2023–2024)

The Trasker series is an ongoing science fiction and thriller sequence by Andrew Mayne comprising two books published in 2023 and 2024. Begin with Night Owl followed by Death Stake to experience the story as intended. New entries are expected to continue the series.

Start with Night Owl and read in order.

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1	Night Owl 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Death Stake 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (2020–2024)

Andrew Mayne's Underwater Investigation Unit is a five-book science fiction thriller series following specialized underwater investigators. Published between 2020 and 2024, the series comprises The Girl Beneath the Sea, Black Coral, Sea Storm, Sea Castle, and Dark Dive. The series remains ongoing with new entries expected. Readers should follow publication order to experience the story as intended, beginning with The Girl Beneath the Sea.

Start with The Girl Beneath the Sea, the first of 5 books in the Underwater Investigation Unit series.

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1	The Girl Beneath the Sea 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Black Coral 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Sea Storm 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Sea Castle 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Dark Dive 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible