Erin Bowman Reading Order
5 series Β· 13 books
Erin Bowman is a talented American writer known for her engaging young adult dystopian stories. With a portfolio that includes 13 books across five series, such as Taken and Achlys, along with standalone novels and anthologies, she has captivated readers since her debut in 2013. Active until 2024, Bowman's notable contributions to the genre showcase her evolving storytelling skills and imaginative worlds.
Achlys Series
Complete2 books (2018β2019)
Start with Contagion and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Contagion 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Immunity 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2018β2018)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Radical Element 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing3 books (2020β2024)
Start with The Girl and the Witch's Garden and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Girl and the Witch's Garden 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Dustborn 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | In the Dead of the Night 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
Taken Series
Complete4 books (2013β2015)
Start with Taken, the first of 4 books in the Taken series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Taken 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Frozen 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Stolen 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Forged 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
Vengeance Road Series
Complete3 books (2015β2019)
Start with Vengeance Road and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Vengeance Road 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Retribution Rails 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Kate & Jesse 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Erin Bowman written?
- Erin Bowman has written 13 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2013 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Erin Bowman series?
- Here are the first books in Erin Bowman's series: Achlys: Contagion; Taken: Taken; Vengeance Road: Vengeance Road.
- What order should I read Erin Bowman's books?
- We recommend reading Erin Bowman's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Erin Bowman still writing new books?
- Yes, Erin Bowman has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

