Joseph Finder Reading Order
6 series Β· 28 books Β· Born 1958
Joseph Finder is an acclaimed American author known for his gripping thrillers and suspenseful storytelling. With 28 novels spanning six series, including the popular Nick Heller and Harold Middleton series, he captivates readers with intricate plots and compelling characters. Active from 1983 to 2025, Finder's notable works include the cinematic adaptation "High Crimes" and bestsellers like "Paranoia" and "Company Man."
Anthologies Series
Complete5 books (2009β2014)
Start with Watchlist, the first of 5 books in the Anthologies series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Watchlist 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Mystery Writers of America Presents The Mystery Box 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | FaceOff 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Mystery Writers of America Presents Ice Cold 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Suspense Magazine June 2014 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Harold Middleton Series
Complete3 books (2007β2014)
Start with The Chopin Manuscript and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Chopin Manuscript 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Copper Bracelet 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Starling Project: An Audible Drama 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Nick Heller Series
Complete4 books (2009β2020)
Start with Vanished, the first of 4 books in the Nick Heller series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Vanished 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Buried Secrets 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Guilty Minds 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | House on Fire 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
Nick Heller Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2011β2014)
Start with Plan B and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Plan B 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Good and Valuable Consideration: Jack Reacher vs. Nick Heller(With: Lee Child) 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (1983β1983)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Red Carpet 1983Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing13 books (1991β2025)
Start with The Moscow Club, the first of 13 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Moscow Club 1991Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Extraordinary Powers 1993Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Zero Hour 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | High Crimes 1998Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Paranoia 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Company Man 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Killer Instinct 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Power Play 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Suspicion 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | The Fixer 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 11 | The Switch 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 12 | Judgment 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 13 | The Oligarch's Daughter 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Joseph Finder written?
- Joseph Finder has written 28 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1983 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Joseph Finder series?
- Here are the first books in Joseph Finder's series: Anthologies: Watchlist; Harold Middleton: The Chopin Manuscript; Nick Heller: Vanished; Nick Heller Short Stories/Novellas: Plan B.
- What order should I read Joseph Finder's books?
- We recommend reading Joseph Finder's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Joseph Finder still writing new books?
- Yes, Joseph Finder has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

