Deon Meyer Reading Order
6 series · 18 books · Born 1958
Deon Meyer is a prolific South African author known for his gripping thrillers, primarily written in Afrikaans. With 18 books spanning six series—including the popular Benny Griessel and Mat Joubert series, as well as standalone novels and nonfiction—he has captivated readers worldwide since 1999. Meyer’s works have been translated into 28 languages, solidifying his reputation as a master of suspense.
Benny Griessel Series
Ongoing10 books (1999–2024)
Start with Dead Before Dying, the first of 10 books in the Benny Griessel series.
Lemmer Series
Complete2 books (2007–2010)
Start with Blood Safari and read in order.
Mat Joubert Series
Complete3 books (1999–2010)
Start with Dead Before Dying and read in order.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2012–2012)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Enjoy! 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2016–2016)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Fever / Koors 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
Thobela Mpayipheli Series
Complete1 book (2003–2003)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Heart of the Hunter 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Deon Meyer written?
- Deon Meyer has written 18 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1999 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Deon Meyer series?
- Here are the first books in Deon Meyer's series: Benny Griessel: Dead Before Dying; Lemmer: Blood Safari; Mat Joubert: Dead Before Dying.
- What order should I read Deon Meyer's books?
- We recommend reading Deon Meyer's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Deon Meyer still writing new books?
- Yes, Deon Meyer has 1 ongoing series: Benny Griessel.