Franck Thilliez Reading Order
4 series · 28 books
Franck Thilliez is a French thriller writer whose intricate plots and atmospheric storytelling span mystery, horror, and literary fiction across multiple interconnected series. Best known for his Sharko and Hennebelle detective series, Thilliez has built a substantial catalog of twenty-eight novels since 2003 that range from psychological thrillers to darker horror-tinged narratives. His background as a computer engineer for ten years before turning to writing informs the technical precision and logical complexity that distinguish his work.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2009–2009)
Sharko & Hennebelle Series
Likely Complete13 books (2003–2023)
Start with Train d'enfer pour Ange rouge, the first of 13 books in the Sharko & Hennebelle series.
Start this series with Train d'enfer pour Ange rouge
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing10 books (2006–2024)
Start with La Forêt des ombres, the first of 10 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with La Forêt des ombres
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The Nightmare Brigade Series
Ongoing4 books (2022–2025)
Start with Into the Woods, the first of 4 books in the The Nightmare Brigade series.
Start this series with Into the Woods
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Franck Thilliez written?
- Franck Thilliez has written 28 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2003 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Franck Thilliez series?
- Here are the first books in Franck Thilliez's series: Sharko & Hennebelle: Train d'enfer pour Ange rouge; The Nightmare Brigade: Into the Woods.
- What order should I read Franck Thilliez's books?
- We recommend reading Franck Thilliez's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Franck Thilliez still writing new books?
- Yes, Franck Thilliez has 2 ongoing series: Standalone Novels, The Nightmare Brigade.