Chris Bohjalian Reading Order

6 books (2025–2025)

The Alibis Collection is an ongoing anthology series of mystery and thriller novels launched in 2025. Featuring six books published by various acclaimed authors including Freida McFadden, David Lagercrantz, Chad Zunker, Wanda M. Morris, and Sally Hepworth, this curated collection should be read in publication order beginning with Death Row. Each standalone novel within the series explores themes of suspense, deception, and intrigue, offering readers diverse narratives united by their focus on alibis and the secrets people keep.

Start with Death Row(By: Freida McFadden), the first of 6 books in the Alibis Collection series.

1 book (2021–2021)

1 book (2003–2003)

6 books (2023–2023)

The Obsession Collection is a six-book anthology series edited by Chris Bohjalian, published in 2023 and appearing to be complete. Each book is a standalone novel by a different author, exploring themes of obsession across various genres including mystery, thriller, and historical fiction. Read in publication order beginning with Just a Girl by Alyssa Cole, followed by works from Nita Prose, Minka Kent, and others, with each entry offering a distinct narrative perspective on obsession.

Start with Just a Girl(By: Alyssa Cole), the first of 6 books in the Obsession Collection series.

2 books (2016–2017)

This two-book mystery and thriller series by Chris Bohjalian was published between 2016 and 2017 and is now complete. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Premonition followed by The Sleepwalker. Bohjalian blends psychological suspense with historical elements throughout this paired narrative.

Start with The Premonition and read in order.

24 books (1988–2026)

Chris Bohjalian has written 24 standalone novels spanning from 1988 to 2026, blending mystery, thriller, historical fiction, and non-fiction elements throughout his career. Each book operates independently with its own characters and plot, though Bohjalian's consistently acclaimed storytelling maintains a recognizable voice across titles like Midwives, Before You Know Kindness, Skeletons at the Feast, and The Sandcastle Girls. The series remains ongoing and should be read in publication order, beginning with A Killing in the Real World. Readers can start anywhere but will benefit from experiencing Bohjalian's evolving craft by following the chronological release sequence.

Start with A Killing in the Real World, the first of 24 books in the Standalone Novels series.

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1	A Killing in the Real World 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Hangman 1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Past the Bleachers 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Water Witches 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Midwives 1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	The Law of Similars 1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Trans-Sister Radio 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	The Buffalo Soldier 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Before You Know Kindness 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	The Double Bind 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Skeletons at the Feast 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Secrets of Eden 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	The Night Strangers 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	The Sandcastle Girls 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	The Light in the Ruins 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Close Your Eyes, Hold Hands 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	The Guest Room 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	The Flight Attendant 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	The Red Lotus 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	Hour of the Witch 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	The Lioness 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22	The Princess of Las Vegas 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23	The Jackal's Mistress 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24	The Amateur 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2019–2025)

Chris Bohjalian's Standalone Plays series contains two theatrical works published between 2019 and 2025, with the series remaining ongoing. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Wingspan followed by The Club. The author, known for mystery, thriller, and historical fiction, brings his storytelling expertise to the stage with these independent dramatic pieces.

Start with Wingspan and read in order.