James Rollins Reading Order
11 series · 58 books
James Rollins is an acclaimed American author celebrated for his action-adventure and techno-thriller novels. With a rich portfolio of 58 books across 11 series, his most notable work includes the popular Sigma Force series, which seamlessly blends scientific intrigue with high-stakes adventure. Active in the literary world from 1998 to 2026, Rollins draws inspiration from his background as a veterinarian and his adventurous hobbies, creating captivating narratives that keep readers on the edge of their seats.
Anthologies Series
Complete5 books (2008–2014)
Start with Killer Year: Stories to Die For..., the first of 5 books in the Anthologies series.
Godslayer Series
Complete2 books (2005–2006)
Start with Shadowfall and read in order.
Jake Ransom Series
Complete2 books (2009–2010)
Start with Jake Ransom and the Skull King's Shadow and read in order.
Moon Fall Series
Ongoing3 books (2022–2025)
Start with The Starless Crown and read in order.
Order Of The Sanguines Series
Complete5 books (2012–2015)
Start with City of Screams, the first of 5 books in the Order Of The Sanguines series.
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2020–2020)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Unrestricted Access 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
Sigma Force Series
Ongoing18 books (2004–2024)
Start with Sandstorm, the first of 18 books in the Sigma Force series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Sandstorm 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Map of Bones 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Black Order 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Judas Strain 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Last Oracle 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | The Doomsday Key 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Devil Colony 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Bloodline 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Eye of God 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  The 6th Extinction 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Bone Labyrinth 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  The Seventh Plague 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  The Demon Crown 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Crucible 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | The Last Odyssey 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Kingdom of Bones 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Tides of Fire 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Arkangel 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
Sigma Force Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete7 books (2006–2017)
Start with Kowalski's in Love, the first of 7 books in the Sigma Force Short Stories/Novellas series.
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing8 books (1999–2026)
Start with Subterranean, the first of 8 books in the Standalone Novels series.
The Banned and the Banished Series
Complete5 books (1998–2002)
Start with Wit'ch Fire(As: James Clemens), the first of 5 books in the The Banned and the Banished series.
Tucker Wayne Series
Complete2 books (2014–2016)
Start with The Kill Switch(With: Grant Blackwood) and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has James Rollins written?
- James Rollins has written 58 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 1998 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each James Rollins series?
- Here are the first books in James Rollins's series: Anthologies: Killer Year: Stories to Die For...; Godslayer: Shadowfall; Jake Ransom: Jake Ransom and the Skull King's Shadow; Moon Fall: The Starless Crown; Order Of The Sanguines: City of Screams.
- What order should I read James Rollins's books?
- We recommend reading James Rollins's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is James Rollins still writing new books?
- Yes, James Rollins has 3 ongoing series: Moon Fall, Sigma Force, Standalone Novels.