Christopher Reich Reading Order
5 series · 17 books · Born 1961
Christopher Reich is an American thriller writer who draws on his background in international economics and finance to craft intelligent, fast-paced suspense novels. His career spans multiple interconnected series featuring protagonists like Jonathan Ransom, a fugitive on the run, and Mac Dekker, a Swiss intelligence operative, alongside several standalone thrillers that showcase his versatility within the genre. With seventeen books published since 1998, Reich has established himself as a master of high-stakes espionage and crime fiction that combines technical authenticity with propulsive storytelling.
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Jonathan Ransom Series
Complete3 books (2008–2010)
Christopher Reich's Jonathan Ransom series consists of three complete mystery thrillers published between 2008 and 2010. The books follow the same protagonist across Rules of Deception, Rules of Vengeance, and Rules of Betrayal and should be read in publication order to experience the character's development and interconnected storylines. This finished series is ideal for readers seeking a trilogy with a continuous narrative arc.
Start with Rules of Deception and read in order.
Start this series with Rules of Deception
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Mac Dekker Series
Ongoing2 books (2024–2025)
Christopher Reich's Mac Dekker series consists of two mystery thrillers published in 2024 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. Read the books in publication order, beginning with Matterhorn followed by The Tourists. Each installment builds on the previous one, making sequential reading essential to follow the developing narrative.
Start with Matterhorn and read in order.
Start this series with Matterhorn
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2017–2017)
Simon Riske Series
Likely Complete4 books (2018–2022)
Christopher Reich's Simon Riske series comprises four mystery thrillers published between 2018 and 2022, following a protagonist navigating high-stakes criminal intrigue across multiple continents. The books should be read in publication order: The Take, Crown Jewel, The Palace, and Once a Thief. While the series appears to be complete, each installment builds on previous events and character development, making sequential reading essential for full enjoyment.
Start with The Take, the first of 4 books in the Simon Riske series.
Start this series with The Take
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete7 books (1998–2015)
Christopher Reich wrote seven standalone thrillers between 1998 and 2015, with the series now complete. Each novel functions independently and should be read in publication order, beginning with Numbered Account and concluding with Invasion of Privacy. The series encompasses mystery and thriller genres across titles including The Runner, The First Billion, The Devil's Banker, The Patriots Club, The Prince of Risk, and Invasion of Privacy.
Start with Numbered Account, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Numbered Account
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Christopher Reich written?
- Christopher Reich has written 17 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1998 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Christopher Reich series?
- Here are the first books in Christopher Reich's series: Jonathan Ransom: Rules of Deception; Mac Dekker: Matterhorn; Simon Riske: The Take.
- What order should I read Christopher Reich's books?
- We recommend reading Christopher Reich's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Christopher Reich still writing new books?
- Yes, Christopher Reich has 1 ongoing series: Mac Dekker.