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Richard Herman Reading Order

4 series · 18 books

Mystery & Thriller

Richard Herman is an accomplished author known for his gripping thrillers and intricate storytelling. With a prolific output of 18 books spanning four series, including the notable Jack Locke and Madeline Turner, he has captivated readers since 1989. His diverse portfolio also features engaging standalone novels, showcasing his versatility as a writer until his anticipated work concludes in 2025.

Jack Locke Series

Complete

2 books (1989–1990)

Start with The Warbirds and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Warbirds
The Warbirds
1989Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Force of Eagles
Force of Eagles
1990Buy 🇺🇸

Madeline Turner Series

Complete

3 books (1997–2002)

Start with The Power Curve and read in order.

#Title
1
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The Power Curve
1997Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Edge of Honor
Edge of Honor
1999Buy 🇺🇸
3
The Last Phoenix
2002Buy 🇺🇸

Matt Pontowski Series

Complete

5 books (1991–2002)

Start with Firebreak, the first of 5 books in the Matt Pontowski series.

#Title
1
Cover of Firebreak
Firebreak
1991Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Call to Duty / Mosquito Run
Call to Duty / Mosquito Run
1993Buy 🇺🇸
3
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Dark Wing
1994Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Iron Gate
1995Buy 🇺🇸
5
The Last Phoenix
2002Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

8 books (1998–2025)

Start with Against All Enemies, the first of 8 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
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Against All Enemies
1998Buy 🇺🇸
2
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The Trojan Sea
2001Buy 🇺🇸
3
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A Far Justice
2010Buy 🇺🇸
4
Cover of The Peacemakers
The Peacemakers
2012Buy 🇺🇸
5
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The Trash Haulers
2015Buy 🇺🇸
6
Cover of The China Sea
The China Sea
2017Buy 🇺🇸
7
A Far Justice
2025Buy 🇺🇸
8
The Trash Haulers
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Richard Herman written?
Richard Herman has written 18 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1989 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Richard Herman series?
Here are the first books in Richard Herman's series: Jack Locke: The Warbirds; Madeline Turner: The Power Curve; Matt Pontowski: Firebreak.
What order should I read Richard Herman's books?
We recommend reading Richard Herman's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Richard Herman still writing new books?
Yes, Richard Herman has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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