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L.T. Vargus Reading Order

7 series Β· 42 books

L.T. Vargus is a prolific author based in Michigan, known for their gripping contributions to the thriller genre. Collaborating with Tim McBain, they have penned 42 novels across seven series, including standout titles like Awake in the Dark and Violet Darger. Active from 2013 to 2025, Vargus's work captivates readers with intricate plots and deep character development.

Awake in the Dark Series

Complete

5 books (2014–2016)

Start with Bled White, the first of 5 books in the Awake in the Dark series.

#Title
1
Cover of Bled White
Bled White
2
Cover of Fade to Black
Fade to Black
3
Cover of Back in Black
Back in Black
4
Cover of Red on the Inside
Red on the Inside
5
Cover of Beyond the Blue
Beyond the Blue

Charlotte Winters Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2020–2021)

Start with First Girl Gone and read in order.

#Title
1
First Girl Gone
2
Girl Under Water
3
Watch Her Sleep

Shadows of Love Series

Ongoing

2 books (2025–2025)

Start with Kiss of Death and read in order.

#Title
1
Kiss of Death
2
Love Her Darkly

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

2 books (2013–2016)

Start with Casting Shadows Everywhere(With: Tim McBain) and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Casting Shadows Everywhere(With: Tim McBain)
Casting Shadows Everywhere(With: Tim McBain)
2
Cover of The Clowns
The Clowns

The Scattered and the Dead Series

Complete

7 books (2016–2020)

Start with Book 0.5, the first of 7 books in the The Scattered and the Dead series.

Victor Loshak Thriller Series

Ongoing

7 books (2018–2024)

Start with Beyond Good & Evil, the first of 7 books in the Victor Loshak Thriller series.

#Title
1
Cover of Beyond Good & Evil
Beyond Good & Evil
2
The Good Life Crisis
3
Take Warning
4
What Lies Beneath
5
Silent Night
6
Desert Heat
7

Violet Darger Series

Likely Complete

16 books (2017–2023)

Start with Dead End Girl, the first of 16 books in the Violet Darger series.

#Title
1
Cover of Dead End Girl
Dead End Girl
2
Image in a Cracked Mirror
3
Killing Season
4
The Last Victim
5
6
Cover of The Girl in the Sand
The Girl in the Sand
7
Five Days Post Mortem
8
Into the Abyss
9
Night on Fire
10
Countdown to Midnight
11
Dark Passage
12
Trouble in Paradise
13
Couple Killer
14
Lonesome Highway
15
When Darkness Falls
16
Celebrity Skin

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has L.T. Vargus written?
L.T. Vargus has written 42 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2013 to 2025.
What is the first book in each L.T. Vargus series?
Here are the first books in L.T. Vargus's series: Awake in the Dark: Bled White; Charlotte Winters: First Girl Gone; Shadows of Love: Kiss of Death; The Scattered and the Dead: Book 0.5; Victor Loshak Thriller: Beyond Good & Evil.
What order should I read L.T. Vargus's books?
We recommend reading L.T. Vargus's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is L.T. Vargus still writing new books?
Yes, L.T. Vargus has 2 ongoing series: Shadows of Love, Victor Loshak Thriller.

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