James Carroll Reading Order
3 series · 25 books · Born January 22, 1943
James Carroll was a prolific American writer known for his thought-provoking contributions to fiction and non-fiction within the realms of religion, history, and personal reflection. Spanning from 1976 to 2021, he authored 25 books across three series, including notable works such as "The City Below," which showcases his unique narrative style. Carroll's diverse portfolio features standalone novels, anthologies, and insightful non-fiction, making him a significant voice in contemporary literature.
Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (1989–2014)
Start with Ploughshares Fall 1989 and read in order.
Non-Fiction Series
Likely Complete11 books (1996–2021)
Start with An American Requiem, the first of 11 books in the Non-Fiction series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | An American Requiem 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Constantine's Sword 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Toward a New Catholic Church 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Crusade 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  House of War 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Practicing Catholic 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Jerusalem, Jerusalem 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Christ Actually 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Village Vets(With: Anthony Bennett) 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Calving Straps and Zombie Cats(With: Anthony Bennett) 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Truth at the Heart of the Lie 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete12 books (1976–2018)
Start with Madonna Red, the first of 12 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Madonna Red 1976Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Mortal Friends 1978Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Fault Lines 1980Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Family Trade 1982Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Prince of Peace 1984Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Supply of Heroes 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Firebird 1989Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Memorial Bridge 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The City Below 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Secret Father 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Warburg in Rome 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  The Cloister 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has James Carroll written?
- James Carroll has written 25 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1976 to 2021.
- What is the first book in each James Carroll series?
- Here are the first books in James Carroll's series: Anthologies: Ploughshares Fall 1989; Non-Fiction: An American Requiem.
- What order should I read James Carroll's books?
- We recommend reading James Carroll's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are James Carroll's series complete?
- James Carroll has 2 completed series.