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Mike Ryan

Mike Ryan Reading Order

11 series Β· 87 books Β· Born 1960

Mike Ryan is a prolific author known for his gripping storytelling in the thriller and suspense genres. With 87 books spanning 11 series, including popular titles like Aaron Holt, Brandon Hall, and CIA Ghost, he has captivated readers since 2013. His most notable works include "The Hurt Locker" and "Chariots of the Damned," showcasing his talent for weaving complex narratives. Ryan's contributions to literature continue through 2026, solidifying his place as a master of thrilling fiction.

Aaron Holt Series

Ongoing

4 books (2024–2025)

Start with Out Of The Shadows, the first of 4 books in the Aaron Holt series.

#Title
1
Out Of The Shadows
2
The Nobody Man
3
Shot In The Dark
4
Silent Target

Brandon Hall Series

Likely Complete

6 books (2020–2022)

Start with Hard Bargain, the first of 6 books in the Brandon Hall series.

#Title
1
Hard Bargain
2
The Wrong Man
3
4
Loose Ends
5
The Dead Client
6
The Shakedown

CIA Ghost Series

Complete

4 books (2015–2017)

Start with Ghost Pursuit, the first of 4 books in the CIA Ghost series.

#Title
1
Cover of Ghost Pursuit
Ghost Pursuit
2
Cover of Rogue Ghost
Rogue Ghost
3
Cover of Ghost Fall
Ghost Fall
4
Cover of Ghost Revival
Ghost Revival

Cain Series

Complete

4 books (2013–2017)

Start with The Cain Conspiracy, the first of 4 books in the Cain series.

#Title
1
Cover of The Cain Conspiracy
The Cain Conspiracy
2
Cover of The Cain Deception
The Cain Deception
3
Cover of The Cain Directive
The Cain Directive
4
Cover of The Cain Redemption
The Cain Redemption

Cari Porter Series

Likely Complete

6 books (2021–2022)

Start with The Porter Complication, the first of 6 books in the Cari Porter series.

#Title
1
The Porter Complication
2
The Porter Dilemma
3
The Porter Incident
4
The Porter Predicament
5
The Porter Obstruction
6
The Porter Resolution

Eliminator Series

Likely Complete

12 books (2018–2021)

Start with The Fallen, the first of 12 books in the Eliminator series.

#Title
1
Cover of The Fallen
The Fallen
2
Cover of The Payback
The Payback
3
Cover of The Reprisal
The Reprisal
4
Cover of The Eliminator
The Eliminator
5
Cover of The Betrayal
The Betrayal
6
The Combative
7
Cover of The Comeback
The Comeback
8
The Conflict
9
The Connection
10
Cover of The Contract
The Contract
11
The Finish
12
The Return

Extractor Series

Ongoing

14 books (2020–2026)

Start with Past Dead, the first of 14 books in the Extractor series.

#Title
1
2
Pressure Point
3
The Extractor
4
Deep Cover
5
Ripple Effect
6
Collateral Damage
7
The Con Man
8
The Hostage
9
Collision Course
10
Fatal Connection
11
Critical Condition
12
The Impersonator
13
The Dealer
14
Dead Reckoning

Nate Thrower Series

Ongoing

8 books (2023–2025)

Start with All in, the first of 8 books in the Nate Thrower series.

#Title
1
2
Halfway Gone
3
The Bodyguard
4
Whatever It Takes
5
Just Another Name
6
Line of Fire
7
It Is What It Is
8
Wrecking Ball

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2020–2020)

#Title
1
Raised to Kill

Silencer Series

Ongoing

25 books (2017–2026)

Start with Blowback, the first of 25 books in the Silencer series.

#Title
1
2
Fully Loaded
3
Hard Target
4
Cover of Point Blank
Point Blank
5
Cover of The Silencer
The Silencer
6
Cover of Double Tap
Double Tap
7
High Velocity
8
Hollow Point
9
Close Range
10
Lethal Force
11
Trigger Pull
12
Double Barrel
13
14
Bullet Trap
15
16
Split Scope
17
Execution File
18
Firing Line
19
20
Center Mass
21
Death Watch
22
Crosshairs
23
Unfinished Business
24
Triple Threat
25
Shadow Play

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

3 books (2017–2019)

Start with A Dangerous Man and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of A Dangerous Man
A Dangerous Man
2
Cover of The Last Job
The Last Job
3

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Mike Ryan written?
Mike Ryan has written 87 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 2013 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Mike Ryan series?
Here are the first books in Mike Ryan's series: Aaron Holt: Out Of The Shadows; Brandon Hall: Hard Bargain; CIA Ghost: Ghost Pursuit; Cain: The Cain Conspiracy; Cari Porter: The Porter Complication.
What order should I read Mike Ryan's books?
We recommend reading Mike Ryan's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Mike Ryan still writing new books?
Yes, Mike Ryan has 4 ongoing series: Aaron Holt, Extractor, Nate Thrower, Silencer.

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