Daniel Silva Reading Order
3 series Β· 29 books Β· Born 1960
Daniel Silva is an American novelist and former journalist known for crafting intelligent espionage thrillers populated by morally complex characters operating in the shadows of international intrigue. His most celebrated work is the Gabriel Allon series, which follows an Israeli art restorer and intelligence operative through a sprawling narrative spanning multiple decades and continents. With nearly thirty novels to his credit since the mid-1990s, Silva has established himself as a master of the spy thriller genre, blending meticulous research, geopolitical authenticity, and literary sophistication into page-turning narratives.
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Gabriel Allon Series
Ongoing26 books (2001β2026)
The Gabriel Allon series spans 26 books of espionage and mystery fiction published between 2001 and 2026, with more entries forthcoming. This ongoing series should be read in publication order beginning with The Kill Artist to follow the character's development across the interconnected narratives. Daniel Silva's thriller collection combines literary quality with intricate plotting, making it essential for readers to start from the beginning to appreciate the series' evolving storylines and character arcs.
Start with The Kill Artist, the first of 26 books in the Gabriel Allon series.
Start this series with The Kill Artist
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Kill Artist |
| 2 | The Confessor |
| 3 | The English Assassin |
| 4 | A Death in Vienna |
| 5 | Prince of Fire |
| 6 | The Messenger |
| 7 | The Secret Servant |
| 8 | Moscow Rules |
| 9 | The Defector |
| 10 | The Rembrandt Affair |
| 11 | Portrait of a Spy |
| 12 | The Fallen Angel |
| 13 | The English Girl |
| 14 | The Heist |
| 15 | The English Spy |
| 16 | The Black Widow |
| 17 | House of Spies |
| 18 | The Other Woman |
| 19 | The New Girl |
| 20 | The Order |
| 21 | The Cellist |
| 22 | Portrait of an Unknown Woman |
| 23 | The Collector |
| 24 | A Death in Cornwall |
| 25 | An Inside Job |
| 26 | Ransom |
Michael Osbourne Series
Complete2 books (1998β1999)
Daniel Silva's Michael Osbourne series consists of two complete spy thrillers published in 1998 and 1999. The two books, The Mark of the Assassin and The Marching Season, should be read in publication order. This concluded series blends mystery and literary fiction elements within the espionage genre.
Start with The Mark of the Assassin and read in order.
Start this series with The Mark of the Assassin
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Mark of the Assassin |
| 2 | The Marching Season |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (1995β1995)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Unlikely Spy |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Daniel Silva written?
- Daniel Silva has written 29 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1995 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Daniel Silva series?
- Here are the first books in Daniel Silva's series: Gabriel Allon: The Kill Artist; Michael Osbourne: The Mark of the Assassin.
- What order should I read Daniel Silva's books?
- We recommend reading Daniel Silva's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Daniel Silva still writing new books?
- Yes, Daniel Silva has 1 ongoing series: Gabriel Allon.

