Franklin Horton Reading Order
7 series · 38 books
Franklin Horton is a Virginia-based novelist specializing in post-apocalyptic and thriller genres. With a prolific output of 38 books spanning 7 series, his notable works include The Borrowed World and the Ty Stone Thriller series. Active from 2015 to 2026, Horton's gripping narratives have captivated readers seeking thrilling adventures and survival stories.
Borrowed World Series
Ongoing12 books (2015–2025)
Start with Ashes of the Unspeakable, the first of 12 books in the Borrowed World series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Ashes of the Unspeakable 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The Borrowed World 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Legion of Despair 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  No Time for Mourning 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Valley of Vengeance 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Switched On 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Ungovernable 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Blood and Banjos 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Resurgent 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | The Reset Roadhouse 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Endarkened 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | The Fury Of The Forsaken 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Defeated Creek Series
Complete1 book (2024–2024)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Willie 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
Locker Nine Series
Complete4 books (2016–2019)
Start with Locker Nine, the first of 4 books in the Locker Nine series.
Mad Mick Series
Ongoing12 books (2018–2026)
Start with The Mad Mick, the first of 12 books in the Mad Mick series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Mad Mick 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Masters of Mayhem 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Brutal Business 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Northern Sun 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Punching Tickets 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Ultraviolent 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | American Oligarch 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | The Death Dealer's Manual 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Dislocated 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Shift Point 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Hostile Takeover 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Collateral Savage 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2018–2018)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Random Acts 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
The Way of Dan Series
Ongoing5 books (2020–2025)
Start with Burning Down Boise, the first of 5 books in the The Way of Dan series.
Ty Stone Thriller Series
Likely Complete3 books (2020–2023)
Start with Hard Trauma and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Franklin Horton written?
- Franklin Horton has written 38 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2015 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Franklin Horton series?
- Here are the first books in Franklin Horton's series: Borrowed World: Ashes of the Unspeakable; Locker Nine: Locker Nine; Mad Mick: The Mad Mick; The Way of Dan: Burning Down Boise; Ty Stone Thriller: Hard Trauma.
- What order should I read Franklin Horton's books?
- We recommend reading Franklin Horton's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Franklin Horton still writing new books?
- Yes, Franklin Horton has 3 ongoing series: Borrowed World, Mad Mick, The Way of Dan.