Michael Ledwidge Reading Order
7 series · 46 books
Michael Ledwidge is a prolific thriller and mystery writer whose career spans more than two decades and includes collaborations with major bestselling authors. He is best known for co-creating the Daniel X series, featuring a teenage alien hunter, and the Michael Bennett police procedural franchise, which has grown into one of contemporary crime fiction's most recognizable sagas. With over 45 books published across multiple series, Ledwidge has established himself as a versatile storyteller who moves fluidly between high-concept science fiction thrillers and gritty crime narratives.
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Daniel X Series
Likely Complete8 books (2007–2022)
The Daniel X series comprises eight books published between 2007 and 2022, following publication order from start to finish. Co-authored by Michael Ledwidge and James Patterson across multiple installments, the series appears to be complete. These mystery and thriller novels should be read in publication order, beginning with The Dangerous Days of Daniel X and concluding with Genesis.
Start with The Dangerous Days of Daniel X(With: James Patterson), the first of 8 books in the Daniel X series.
Start this series with The Dangerous Days of Daniel X(With: James Patterson)
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Daniel X Graphic Novels Series
Complete4 books (2008–2012)
The Daniel X Graphic Novels series comprises four complete books published between 2008 and 2012, featuring a mix of graphic novel and manga adaptations. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Alien Hunter and continuing through the three subsequent manga volumes. These works blend mystery and thriller elements across their interconnected storylines.
Start with Alien Hunter(By: James Patterson,Leopoldo Gout), the first of 4 books in the Daniel X Graphic Novels series.
Start this series with Alien Hunter(By: James Patterson,Leopoldo Gout)
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Michael Bennett Series
Ongoing18 books (2007–2026)
The Michael Bennett series is an ongoing mystery and thriller franchise that began in 2007 with Step on a Crack and has grown to 18 books as of 2026. Co-authored primarily by James Patterson and Michael Ledwidge, with later entries co-written by James O. Born, the series should be read in publication order to follow the character's development across the installments. The franchise continues to expand with new releases, making it ideal for readers who enjoy detective-driven crime stories.
Start with Step on a Crack(With: James Patterson), the first of 18 books in the Michael Bennett series.
Start this series with Step on a Crack(With: James Patterson)
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Michael Gannon Series
Ongoing5 books (2020–2025)
The Michael Gannon series by Michael Ledwidge comprises five mysteries and thrillers published between 2020 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. Begin with Stop at Nothing and continue in publication order through Run for Cover, Hard to Break, No Safe Place, and Closing Time. These standalone entries can be read sequentially to follow the character's journey across the complete series to date.
Start with Stop at Nothing, the first of 5 books in the Michael Gannon series.
Start this series with Stop at Nothing
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2026–2026)
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete7 books (1999–2023)
Michael Ledwidge has written seven standalone mystery and thriller novels published between 1999 and 2023, with the series appearing to be complete. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Narrowback. The collection includes several collaborations with James Patterson, including The Quickie and Now You See Her, alongside solo works spanning from his 1999 debut through 2023's The Girl in the Vault.
Start with The Narrowback, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Narrowback
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Zoo Series
Complete3 books (2012–2016)
Michael Ledwidge's Zoo trilogy is a complete mystery thriller series spanning from 2012 to 2016. The three books should be read in publication order, beginning with Zoo, followed by Zoo: The Graphic Novel, and concluding with Zoo 2. This series combines suspenseful storytelling with visual narrative elements across its entries.
Start with Zoo and read in order.
Start this series with Zoo
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Michael Ledwidge written?
- Michael Ledwidge has written 46 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1999 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Michael Ledwidge series?
- Here are the first books in Michael Ledwidge's series: Daniel X: The Dangerous Days of Daniel X(With: James Patterson); Daniel X Graphic Novels: Alien Hunter(By: James Patterson,Leopoldo Gout); Michael Bennett: Step on a Crack(With: James Patterson); Michael Gannon: Stop at Nothing; Zoo: Zoo.
- What order should I read Michael Ledwidge's books?
- We recommend reading Michael Ledwidge's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Michael Ledwidge still writing new books?
- Yes, Michael Ledwidge has 2 ongoing series: Michael Bennett, Michael Gannon.