Kotaro Isaka Reading Order
3 series · 15 books
Kotaro Isaka is a Japanese mystery writer celebrated for crafting intricate thrillers that blur the lines between crime and supernatural elements. His interconnected works, particularly the Assassins series featuring unreliable protagonists and darkly comic scenarios, have captured international audiences through major film adaptations including the Brad Pitt vehicle Bullet Train. With a career spanning from 2007 to the present, Isaka continues to explore the psychology of morally ambiguous characters caught in escalating cycles of violence and deception.
Assassins Series
Likely Complete4 books (2010–2023)
Start with Bullet Train, the first of 4 books in the Assassins series.
Start this series with Bullet Train
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Maoh: Juvenile Remix Series
Complete9 books (2009–2012)
Start with Maoh: Juvenile Remix, Vol. 1, the first of 9 books in the Maoh: Juvenile Remix series.
Start this series with Maoh: Juvenile Remix, Vol. 1
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing2 books (2007–2025)
Start with Remote Control and read in order.
Start this series with Remote Control
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Kotaro Isaka written?
- Kotaro Isaka has written 15 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2007 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Kotaro Isaka series?
- Here are the first books in Kotaro Isaka's series: Assassins: Bullet Train; Maoh: Juvenile Remix: Maoh: Juvenile Remix, Vol. 1.
- What order should I read Kotaro Isaka's books?
- We recommend reading Kotaro Isaka's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Kotaro Isaka still writing new books?
- Yes, Kotaro Isaka has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.