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Mack Maloney Reading Order

10 series Β· 45 books

Mack Maloney is the pen name of Brian Kelleher, an American author who has written over forty books blending action-packed adventure with speculative fiction elements across multiple series. His work spans military thrillers like the Wingman and Chopper Ops series alongside narrative non-fiction exploring real-world mysteries in titles like Pirate Hunters, showcasing his versatility across both fictional and factual storytelling. With a background in journalism and film studies, Maloney brings cinematic pacing and investigative depth to his writing, and he continues to engage audiences as host of Mack Maloney's Military X-Files radio program.

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Chopper Ops Series

Complete

3 books (1999–2000)

The Chopper Ops series by Mack Maloney comprises three action-adventure novels published between 1999 and 2000. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Chopper Ops, followed by Shuttle Down, and concluding with Zero Red. The trilogy delivers fast-paced military fiction centered around helicopter operations and high-stakes missions.

Start with Chopper Ops and read in order.

Codename: Starman Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2019–2022)

Mack Maloney's Codename: Starman trilogy spans from 2019 to 2022 with three books that should be read in publication order: The Kalashnikov Kiss, The Sea of Moons, and The God Satellite. The series appears to be complete. Drawing on the author's background in action and adventure writing, this trilogy follows a connected narrative across its three installments.

Start with The Kalashnikov Kiss and read in order.

Start this series with The Kalashnikov Kiss

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Non-Fiction Series

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2 books (2011–2013)

Mack Maloney's two-book non-fiction series explores extraordinary aerial phenomena and classified military encounters. Published between 2011 and 2013, the complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with UFOs in Wartime followed by Beyond Area 51. These action-packed investigations combine Maloney's signature storytelling style with documented accounts of unexplained events throughout history.

Start with UFOs in Wartime and read in order.

Pirate Hunters Series

Complete

3 books (2010–2012)

Mack Maloney's Pirate Hunters trilogy spans three action-packed adventures published between 2010 and 2012, following the exploits of modern-day pirate hunters operating across dangerous waters. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Pirate Hunters, followed by Operation Caribe and Operation Sea Ghost. This non-fiction action series draws from real events and accounts of contemporary maritime security operations and the hunters who pursue pirates on the high seas.

Start with The Pirate Hunters and read in order.

Start this series with The Pirate Hunters

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Short Story Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2018–2018)

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Mack Maloney's Haunted Universe

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

2 books (1988–1991)

Mack Maloney wrote two action and adventure standalone novels during the late 1980s and early 1990s, beginning with Thunder Alley in 1988 and concluding with War Heaven in 1991. Though each book stands alone, they should be read in publication order to experience the author's evolving storytelling. This complete two-book collection showcases Maloney's work in the action genre during this era.

Start with Thunder Alley and read in order.

Starhawk Series

Complete

5 books (2001–2004)

The Starhawk series by Mack Maloney consists of five action and adventure novels published between 2001 and 2004. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Planet America and continuing through Starhawk, The Fourth Empire, Battle at Zero Point, and concluding with Storm Over Saturn. This finished series offers a full narrative arc across its five installments.

Start with Planet America, the first of 5 books in the Starhawk series.

Strikemasters Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2014)

The Strikemasters trilogy by Mack Maloney is a three-book action and adventure series that concluded in 2014. Beginning with Fulcrum, followed by Rogue War and Strikemasters, the complete series should be read in publication order to experience the narrative as intended. This finished series delivers fast-paced military action across its three installments.

Start with Fulcrum and read in order.

Superhawks Series

Complete

4 books (2004–2005)

The Superhawks series consists of four action and adventure novels by Mack Maloney, published between 2004 and 2005. The complete series follows in publication order: Strike Force Alpha, Strike Force Bravo, Strike Force Charlie, and Strike Force Delta. Readers should begin with the first book and proceed sequentially through all four entries to experience the full story arc.

Start with Strike Force Alpha, the first of 4 books in the Superhawks series.

Start this series with Strike Force Alpha

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Wingman Series

Complete

19 books (1987–2019)

Mack Maloney's Wingman series spans 19 complete books published from 1987 to 2019, following a military action and adventure narrative across multiple installments. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Circle War and continuing through titles like The Lucifer Crusade, Thunder In the East, and The Final Storm. This action-driven series maintains a consistent storyline throughout its 32-year publication span, concluding with its final entries in the 2010s.

Start with The Circle War, the first of 19 books in the Wingman series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Mack Maloney written?
Mack Maloney has written 45 books across 10 series. Their published works span from 1987 to 2022.
What is the first book in each Mack Maloney series?
Here are the first books in Mack Maloney's series: Chopper Ops: Chopper Ops; Codename: Starman: The Kalashnikov Kiss; Non-Fiction: UFOs in Wartime; Pirate Hunters: The Pirate Hunters; Starhawk: Planet America.
What order should I read Mack Maloney's books?
We recommend reading Mack Maloney's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Mack Maloney's series complete?
Mack Maloney has 9 completed series.

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