Jack Mars Reading Order

12 books (2025–2026)

The Axel Strike series by Jack Mars comprises twelve action-packed thrillers published between 2025 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. Begin with Extreme Force and follow the books in publication order through Extreme Velocity to experience the complete story arc. This mystery and action adventure series should be read sequentially to fully appreciate the developing narrative and character progression.

Start with Extreme Force, the first of 12 books in the Axel Strike series.

12 books (2026–2026)

The Clint Hawke series is an ongoing action thriller sequence comprising 12 books published in 2026, all featuring titles beginning with "Extraction." This series should be read in publication order, beginning with Extraction Attack and continuing through Extraction Zone. The books follow a connected narrative arc featuring the protagonist Clint Hawke, making sequential reading essential for understanding character development and plot progression.

Start with Extraction Attack, the first of 12 books in the Clint Hawke series.

12 books (2025–2026)

The Cole Hunter Action Thriller series by Jack Mars consists of twelve books following a protagonist through high-stakes espionage and combat scenarios. Published between 2025 and 2026, the series remains ongoing with new entries anticipated. Readers should begin with Stealth Force and progress through the books in publication order to experience the story as intended. The series emphasizes action and adventure within the thriller and mystery genres.

Start with Stealth Force, the first of 12 books in the Cole Hunter Action Thriller series.

12 books (2026–2027)

The Connor Cross Action Thriller series by Jack Mars comprises 12 books of mystery, thriller, and action-adventure content published between 2026 and 2027, with the series remaining ongoing. Readers should begin with Cross Agent and proceed through the series in publication order: Cross Agent, Cross Command, Cross Fire, Cross Protocol, Cross Strike, Cross Target, Cross Threat, Cross Asset, Cross Breach, Cross Extraction, Cross Point, and Cross Zone. The latest installment, Cross Zone, represents the current endpoint in this developing series.

Start with Cross Agent, the first of 12 books in the Connor Cross Action Thriller series.

12 books (2026–2027)

The Cyrus Drake series by Jack Mars is an ongoing action and thriller sequence comprising 12 books published between 2026 and 2027. Readers should begin with Ghost Asset and proceed through the books in publication order to follow the story's intended progression. The series continues with Ghost Chain, Ghost Signal, Ghost Target, Ghost Trigger, Ghost Unit, Ghost Command, Ghost Doctrine, Ghost Extraction, Ghost Mission, Ghost Strike, and Ghost Threat.

Start with Ghost Asset, the first of 12 books in the Cyrus Drake series.

12 books (2026–2027)

Jack Mars's Derek Vesper series comprises twelve action-thriller novels published between 2026 and 2027, with the series still ongoing. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Lethal Command and continuing through Lethal Reckoning. Each installment follows the lethal adventures of protagonist Derek Vesper across cases that blend mystery, thriller elements, and high-stakes action.

Start with Lethal Command, the first of 12 books in the Derek Vesper series.

6 books (2018–2021)

The Forging of Luke Stone is a six-book action thriller series by Jack Mars published between 2018 and 2021. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Primary Target and continuing through Primary Command, Primary Threat, Primary Glory, Primary Duty, and Primary Valor. This mystery and adventure series combines espionage and thrilling action across its full arc.

Start with Primary Target, the first of 6 books in the Forging of Luke Stone series.

#	Title
1	Primary Target 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Primary Command 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Primary Threat 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Primary Glory 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Primary Duty 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Primary Valor 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

12 books (2025–2026)

The Grant Valor series by Jack Mars is an action and thriller collection comprising twelve books released between 2025 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. Begin with Maximum Damage and follow the numbered entries in publication order through Maximum Vengeance to experience the complete narrative arc. Each installment builds upon the previous, making sequential reading essential for full comprehension of the story.

Start with Maximum Damage, the first of 12 books in the Grant Valor series.

20 books (2024–2025)

The Jake Mercer series is an ongoing action-thriller franchise comprising twenty books published between 2024 and 2025. Written by Jack Mars, the series should be read in publication order, beginning with Absolute Damage and continuing through subsequent installments including Absolute Force, Absolute Fury, and beyond. With entries released rapidly across this period, the series delivers consecutive adventures in the mystery and thriller genres for readers seeking fast-paced action narratives.

Start with Absolute Damage, the first of 20 books in the Jake Mercer series.

25 books (2019–2026)

The Kent Steele / Agent Zero series is an ongoing action and thriller sequence comprising 25 books published between 2019 and 2026. Readers should begin with Agent Zero and proceed in publication order to follow the development of this espionage-focused narrative. The series includes a short story entry alongside the main novels, with titles such as Assassin Zero, File Zero, Hunting Zero, and Recall Zero establishing the core storyline, while later entries like Command Zero and Enigma Zero continue expanding the saga.

Start with Agent Zero, the first of 25 books in the Kent Steele / Agent Zero series.

#	Title
1	Agent Zero 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Assassin Zero 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	File Zero 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Hunting Zero 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Recall Zero 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Target Zero 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Trapping Zero 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	An Agent Zero Short Story 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Chasing Zero 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Decoy Zero 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Vengeance Zero 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Absolute Zero 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Zero Zero 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Command Zero 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	Enigma Zero 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Fractured Zero 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	Rogue Zero 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Shadow Zero 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	Countdown Zero 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	Judgment Zero 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	Justice Zero 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22	Mission Zero 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23	Phantom Zero 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24	Redemption Zero 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
25	Trigger Zero 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

17 books (2024–2026)

The Lara King Espionage Thriller series comprises 17 books of mystery and action-adventure fiction by Jack Mars, published between 2024 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. Readers should follow publication order, beginning with Asset One and continuing through the numbered entries as released. The complete sequence includes Asset One, Asset Three, Asset Two, Asset Eight, Asset Eleven, Asset Fifteen, Asset Five, Asset Four, Asset Fourteen, Asset Nine, Asset Seven, Asset Six, Asset Ten, Asset Thirteen, Asset Twelve, plus two additional forthcoming titles.

Start with Asset One, the first of 17 books in the Lara King Espionage Thriller series.

8 books (2015–2020)

The Luke Stone series comprises eight action-thriller novels published between 2015 and 2020, following a complete story arc told across the books in publication order. Jack Mars created this mystery and adventure series featuring federal agent Luke Stone navigating complex political intrigue and dangerous missions. Reading the books sequentially from Any Means Necessary through House Divided, with a concluding short story, provides the intended narrative experience. The series wrapped in 2020, offering readers a finished storyline without ongoing installments.

Start with Any Means Necessary, the first of 8 books in the Luke Stone series.

#	Title
1	Any Means Necessary 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Oath of Office 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Oppose Any Foe 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Situation Room 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Our Sacred Honor 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	President Elect 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	House Divided 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Luke Stone: A Short Story 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

25 books (2022–2027)

Jack Mars's Spy Game series consists of 24 books published between 2022 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. This mystery and action thriller collection should be read in publication order, beginning with Target One. The books follow a consistent numbering system within the action-adventure genre, offering readers an extended narrative across the complete published works.

Start with Target One, the first of 24 books in the The Spy Game series.

11 books (2022–2026)

The Troy Stark series is an action-packed mystery and thriller sequence consisting of eleven books published between 2022 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Rogue Command and continuing through Rogue Enemy. Each installment builds on the previous narrative, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciate the developing story arc of this adventure-thriller series.

Start with Rogue Command, the first of 11 books in the Troy Stark series.

7 books (2024–2025)

Jack Mars's Tyler Wolf Historical Espionage Thriller series consists of seven books published from 2024 to 2025, with the sequence still ongoing. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Double Agent and continuing through Double Asset, Double Cross, Double Doctrine, Double Jeopardy, Double Target, and Double Threat. This action-packed mystery and thriller series delivers espionage-focused narratives across its expanding catalog.

Start with Double Agent, the first of 7 books in the Tyler Wolf Historical Espionage Thriller series.