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Chris Bohjalian

Chris Bohjalian Reading Order

7 series · 42 books · Born 1962-08-12

Historical FictionMystery & ThrillerNon-Fiction

Chris Bohjalian is an acclaimed American novelist who has published over forty books spanning mystery, thriller, and historical fiction across multiple series since 1988. His work frequently explores psychological complexity and dark obsessions, with breakthrough bestsellers like Midwives and The Sandcastle Girls establishing his reputation for gripping narratives grounded in meticulous research. Bohjalian's prolific output includes standalone novels, interconnected series, and non-fiction works that showcase his versatility across genres and his talent for weaving together suspense with emotional depth.

Alibis Collection Series

Ongoing

6 books (2025–2025)

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

Start this series with Death Row(By: Freida McFadden)

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Death Row(By: Freida McFadden)
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
False Note(By: David Lagercrantz)
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Good Neighbors(By: Chad Zunker)
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Small Things(By: Wanda M. Morris)
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
The Ex-Wives Club(By: Sally Hepworth)
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
The Skydivers
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2021–2021)

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Moms Don't Have Time To
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2003–2003)

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1
Idyll Banter
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Obsession Collection Series

Likely Complete

6 books (2023–2023)

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

Start this series with Just a Girl(By: Alyssa Cole)

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Just a Girl(By: Alyssa Cole)
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Murder at the Royal Ruby(By: Nita Prose)
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
People Like Them(By: Minka Kent)
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Slot Machine Fever Dreams
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
The Heart of a Mother(By: Julie Clark)
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
The Mosquito(By: B.A. Paris)
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Sleepwalker / Ahlberg Series

Complete

2 books (2016–2017)

Start with The Premonition and read in order.

Start this series with The Premonition

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1
The Premonition
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Sleepwalker
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

24 books (1988–2026)

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

Start this series with A Killing in the Real World

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

Standalone Plays Series

Ongoing

2 books (2019–2025)

Start with Wingspan and read in order.

Start this series with Wingspan

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Chris Bohjalian written?
Chris Bohjalian has written 42 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1988 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Chris Bohjalian series?
Here are the first books in Chris Bohjalian's series: Alibis Collection: Death Row(By: Freida McFadden); Obsession Collection: Just a Girl(By: Alyssa Cole); Sleepwalker / Ahlberg: The Premonition; Standalone Plays: Wingspan.
What order should I read Chris Bohjalian's books?
We recommend reading Chris Bohjalian's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Chris Bohjalian still writing new books?
Yes, Chris Bohjalian has 3 ongoing series: Alibis Collection, Standalone Novels, Standalone Plays.

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