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Andy McNab Reading Order

14 series Β· 58 books Β· Born 1959

Andy McNab is a British author and former Special Air Service soldier whose military background informs his intense thrillers and action-packed narratives. Best known for his Boy Soldier series and DropZone books, he has written across multiple genres including young adult fiction, mysteries, and memoirs spanning over three decades. His prolific output of 58 books demonstrates expertise in crafting fast-paced adventures grounded in authentic military knowledge.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2016–2016)

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Boy Soldier Series

Complete

4 books (2005–2007)

The Boy Soldier series is a four-book young adult action thriller sequence by Andy McNab, published between 2005 and 2007. The complete series comprises Payback, Traitor, Avenger, and Meltdown, and should be read in publication order. Each installment builds on the previous narrative, making sequential reading essential to following the story's progression.

Start with Payback, the first of 4 books in the Boy Soldier series.

Childrens Series

Complete

1 book (2022–2022)

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DropZone Series

Complete

2 books (2009–2011)

Andy McNab's DropZone series consists of two young adult thrillers published between 2009 and 2011. The complete duology should be read in publication order, beginning with DropZone followed by Terminal Velocity. This action-packed series combines mystery and adventure elements typical of McNab's writing style.

Start with DropZone and read in order.

Get Me Out of Here Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2019–2021)

Andy McNab's Get Me Out of Here series comprises two books published between 2019 and 2021, written in collaboration with Phil Earle. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Get Me Out of Here! followed by I Broke the Internet. This young adult action-thriller series blends McNab's expertise in thriller writing with adventure and suspense elements.

Start with Get Me Out of Here!(With: Phil Earle) and read in order.

Start this series with Get Me Out of Here!(With: Phil Earle)

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Get Me Out of Here!(With: Phil Earle)
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I Broke the Internet(With: Phil Earle)

Liam Scott Series

Complete

3 books (2012–2015)

The Liam Scott series is a complete three-book thriller sequence by Andy McNab, published between 2012 and 2015. The books should be read in publication order: The New Recruit, New Patrol, and The New Enemy. This young adult action series combines espionage and adventure elements across its tight trilogy arc.

Start with The New Recruit and read in order.

Nathan Pike Series

Complete

1 book (2023–2023)

Nick Stone Series

Likely Complete

20 books (1997–2022)

Andy McNab's Nick Stone series spans 20 books published between 1997 and 2022, following the protagonist through a collection of high-stakes thrillers. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Remote Control and progressing through entries like Crisis Four, Firewall, Last Light, and continuing through to Dead Centre and beyond. The series appears to be complete as of 2022. These action-driven novels are suitable for readers who enjoy espionage and thriller fiction with military authenticity.

Start with Remote Control, the first of 20 books in the Nick Stone series.

Non-Fiction Series

Likely Complete

10 books (1991–2023)

Andy McNab's non-fiction series spans ten books published between 1991 and 2023, beginning with the foundational Bravo Two Zero and concluding with The Rescue. These works should be read in publication order to follow the author's development and perspective across three decades. The series appears to be complete and encompasses military memoirs, survival guides, and collaborative psychology-focused titles exploring success and human behavior.

Start with Bravo Two Zero, the first of 10 books in the Non-Fiction series.

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Spoken From The Front
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Today Everything Changes
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The Good Psychopath's Guide to Success(With: Kevin Dutton)
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Sorted!(With: Kevin Dutton)
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Andy McNab Ultimate Survival Handbook
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Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

5 books (2006–2016)

Andy McNab's Short Stories/Novellas series comprises five standalone stories published between 2006 and 2016, reading best in publication order starting with The Grey Man. The complete collection includes Abdullah and His Grandfather, Last Night Another Soldier, Angry Sam & The Steaming Treasure, and On The Rock. These tales blend McNab's signature thriller and action elements with storytelling suited for young adult audiences.

Start with The Grey Man, the first of 5 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

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Abdullah and His Grandfather
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Last Night Another Soldier
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Angry Sam & The Steaming Treasure
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Standalone Novels Series

Complete

2 books (2011–2019)

Andy McNab's pair of standalone novels span from 2011 to 2019, covering mystery, thriller, and action-adventure genres. These two complete books should be read in publication order: Battlefield 3: The Russian (co-written with Peter Grimsdale) followed by Whatever It Takes.

Start with Battlefield 3: The Russian(With: Peter Grimsdale) and read in order.

Start this series with Battlefield 3: The Russian(With: Peter Grimsdale)

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Battlefield 3: The Russian(With: Peter Grimsdale)
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Street Soldier Series

Complete

2 books (2016–2017)

Andy McNab's Street Soldier series consists of two complete novels published in 2016 and 2017. The duology should be read in publication order, beginning with Street Soldier followed by Silent Weapon. McNab brings his expertise in action and thriller storytelling to this young adult series, which combines mystery and adventure elements.

Start with Street Soldier and read in order.

Tom Buckingham Series

Complete

3 books (2012–2016)

The Tom Buckingham series is a three-book thriller saga by Andy McNab, consisting of Red Notice, Fortress, and State of Emergency, published between 2012 and 2016. The series is now complete and should be read in publication order to follow the story as intended. This action-packed mystery series combines McNab's signature thriller elements with young adult appeal across its finished run.

Start with Red Notice and read in order.

War Torn Series

Complete

2 books (2010–2011)

War Torn is a two-book young adult action-thriller series by Andy McNab, published between 2010 and 2011. The complete series consists of War Torn and Battle Lines, which should be read in publication order. McNab's signature blend of thriller and adventure elements drives this finished series designed for teen readers.

Start with War Torn and read in order.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Andy McNab written?
Andy McNab has written 58 books across 14 series. Their published works span from 1991 to 2023.
What is the first book in each Andy McNab series?
Here are the first books in Andy McNab's series: Boy Soldier: Payback; DropZone: DropZone; Get Me Out of Here: Get Me Out of Here!(With: Phil Earle); Liam Scott: The New Recruit; Nick Stone: Remote Control.
What order should I read Andy McNab's books?
We recommend reading Andy McNab's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Andy McNab's series complete?
Andy McNab has 11 completed series.

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