David Lagercrantz Reading Order
5 series · 24 books
David Lagercrantz is a Swedish novelist and journalist renowned for his gripping thrillers and intricate storytelling. With 24 titles spanning genres, including the acclaimed Millennium series, and works like Rekke & Vargas, standalone novels, and non-fiction, he has made a significant mark in contemporary literature. Active from 1997 to 2025, his diverse offerings combine elements of suspense and depth, appealing to a wide range of readers.
Alibis Collection Series
Ongoing6 books (2025–2025)
Start with Death Row(By: Freida McFadden), the first of 6 books in the Alibis Collection series.
Millennium Series
Ongoing8 books (2005–2025)
Start with The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo(By: Stieg Larsson), the first of 8 books in the Millennium series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo(By: Stieg Larsson) 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | The Girl Who Played with Fire(By: Stieg Larsson) 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest(By: Stieg Larsson) 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | The Girl in the Spider's Web 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | The Girl Who Takes an Eye for an Eye 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | The Girl Who Lived Twice 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | The Girl in the Eagle's Talons(By: Karin Smirnoff) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | The Girl with Ice in Her Veins(By: Karin Smirnoff) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (1997–2014)
Start with Ultimate High and read in order.
Rekke & Vargas Series
Ongoing2 books (2021–2024)
Start with Dark Music and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete6 books (2001–2009)
Start with Stjärnfall, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has David Lagercrantz written?
- David Lagercrantz has written 24 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1997 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each David Lagercrantz series?
- Here are the first books in David Lagercrantz's series: Alibis Collection: Death Row(By: Freida McFadden); Millennium: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo(By: Stieg Larsson); Non-Fiction: Ultimate High; Rekke & Vargas: Dark Music.
- What order should I read David Lagercrantz's books?
- We recommend reading David Lagercrantz's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is David Lagercrantz still writing new books?
- Yes, David Lagercrantz has 3 ongoing series: Alibis Collection, Millennium, Rekke & Vargas.

