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Scott Lynch

Scott Lynch Reading Order

4 series · 23 books · Born 1978-04-02

FantasyMystery & Thriller

Scott Lynch is an American fantasy author known for intricate plotting and witty dialogue that blends heist narratives with richly imagined worlds. His Gentleman Bastard series, beginning with The Lies of Locke Lamora, follows a crew of con artists through elaborate schemes and dangerous adventures, establishing him as a master of deception-driven storytelling. Beyond his main series, Lynch has contributed to various anthologies and written shorter works that showcase his versatility across fantasy and mystery-thriller elements.

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Anthologies Series

Ongoing

6 books (2014–2024)

Start with Rogues, the first of 6 books in the Anthologies series.

Start this series with Rogues

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1
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2
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Ex Libris: Stories of Librarians, Libraries, and Lore
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
The Book Of Swords: Part 2
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
The Book of Magic: A Collection of Stories
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Grimdark Magazine Issue #40
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Kobold Guide to Roleplaying
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Gentleman Bastard Series

Complete

4 books (2006–2024)

Start with The Lies of Locke Lamora and read in order.

Start this series with The Lies of Locke Lamora

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#Title
1
The Lies of Locke Lamora
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Red Seas Under Red Skies
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Republic of Thieves
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Locke Lamora and the Bottled Serpent
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Magic & Mystery Collection Series

Ongoing

7 books (2026–2026)

Start with A Labyrinth of Honeybees(By: Heather Fawcett), the first of 7 books in the Magic & Mystery Collection series.

Start this series with A Labyrinth of Honeybees(By: Heather Fawcett)

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1
A Labyrinth of Honeybees(By: Heather Fawcett)
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Battle of the Round House(By: Tananarive Due)
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Miss Gentle and the Case of the Very Flat Monk(By: Travis Baldree)
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
The Cairndale Orphan(By: J. M. Miro)
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
The Lion’s Tusk(By: Robert Jackson Bennett)
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
The Wednesday Witches Book Club(By: Sarah Beth Durst)
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
The Wizard Who Kept Himself Suspicious
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

6 books (2007–2026)

Start with The Bastards and the Knives, the first of 5 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

Start this series with The Bastards and the Knives

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1
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The Bastards and the Knives
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Queen of the Iron Sands
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
In the Stacks
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
The Effigy Engine
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
A Year and a Day in Old Theradane
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Kaiju Agonistes
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Scott Lynch written?
Scott Lynch has written 23 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2006 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Scott Lynch series?
Here are the first books in Scott Lynch's series: Anthologies: Rogues; Gentleman Bastard: The Lies of Locke Lamora; Magic & Mystery Collection: A Labyrinth of Honeybees(By: Heather Fawcett); Short Stories/Novellas: The Bastards and the Knives.
What order should I read Scott Lynch's books?
We recommend reading Scott Lynch's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Scott Lynch still writing new books?
Yes, Scott Lynch has 2 ongoing series: Anthologies, Magic & Mystery Collection.

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