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Simon Gervais Reading Order

7 series Β· 22 books

Simon Gervais is a thriller writer who has built an impressive catalog of crime and mystery fiction across multiple interconnected series since 2015. His work spans the Blackbriar, Caspian Anderson, Chase Burke, Clayton White, and Mike Walton universes, showcasing his versatility in crafting suspenseful narratives with complex protagonists. With sixteen books published and more forthcoming through 2026, Gervais has established himself as a prolific voice in contemporary action-driven thriller fiction.

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Blackbriar Series

Complete

1 book (2022–2022)

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The Blackbriar Genesis

Caspian Anderson Series

Ongoing

3 books (2024–2026)

The Caspian Anderson series is an ongoing mystery thriller consisting of three books published between 2024 and 2026. Begin with The Elias Network and continue through The Elias Enigma and The Elias Conspiracy in publication order. The series remains incomplete, with future installments expected from author Simon Gervais.

Start with The Elias Network and read in order.

Start this series with The Elias Network

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The Elias Conspiracy

Chase Burke Series

Ongoing

2 books (2025–2026)

The Chase Burke series by Simon Gervais and Ryan Steck is an ongoing mystery thriller with two books published in 2025 and 2026. Readers should follow the series in publication order, beginning with The Second Son and continuing to The Marked Son.

Start with The Second Son(With: Ryan Steck) and read in order.

Start this series with The Second Son(With: Ryan Steck)

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The Second Son(With: Ryan Steck)
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The Marked Son(With: Ryan Steck)

Clayton White Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2021–2023)

Simon Gervais's Clayton White series consists of three mystery and thriller novels published between 2021 and 2023. The trilogy appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Last Protector, followed by The Last Sentinel and concluding with The Last Guardian.

Start with The Last Protector and read in order.

Start this series with The Last Protector

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Mike Walton Thriller Series

Complete

4 books (2015–2018)

The Mike Walton Thriller series by Simon Gervais consists of four books published between 2015 and 2018, completing a full story arc in the mystery and thriller genre. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Thin Black Line, followed by the short story A Long Gray Line, then A Red Dotted Line, and concluding with A Thick Crimson Line. This complete series follows its protagonist through interconnected cases across its full length.

Start with The Thin Black Line, the first of 4 books in the Mike Walton Thriller series.

Start this series with The Thin Black Line

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A Long Gray Line (Short Story)
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A Thick Crimson Line

Pierce Hunt Series

Complete

3 books (2019–2020)

Simon Gervais' Pierce Hunt trilogy is a complete mystery and thriller series consisting of three books published between 2019 and 2020. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Hunt Them Down, followed by Trained to Hunt, and concluding with Time to Hunt. All three installments were released within a relatively short timeframe, making this an ideal series for readers seeking a complete story arc with no ongoing gaps.

Start with Hunt Them Down and read in order.

Pursuit Collection Series

Ongoing

6 books (2026–2026)

The Pursuit Collection is an ongoing mystery and thriller series featuring six books written by various authors including Simon Gervais, Brad Taylor, Don Bentley, David McCloskey, Allison Brennan, and Mark Greaney with Joshua Hood. The series began publishing in 2026 and should be read in publication order, starting with Bushido and continuing through The Final Hour and Tower Fall. This collaborative series brings together multiple thriller writers to create an interconnected narrative experience.

Start with Bushido(By: Brad Taylor), the first of 6 books in the Pursuit Collection series.

Start this series with Bushido(By: Brad Taylor)

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Bushido(By: Brad Taylor)
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Flesh and Blood(By: Don Bentley)
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Hunting Gods(By: David McCloskey)
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Takedown(By: Allison Brennan)
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Tower Fall(By: Mark Greaney,Joshua Hood)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Simon Gervais written?
Simon Gervais has written 22 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2015 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Simon Gervais series?
Here are the first books in Simon Gervais's series: Caspian Anderson: The Elias Network; Chase Burke: The Second Son(With: Ryan Steck); Clayton White: The Last Protector; Mike Walton Thriller: The Thin Black Line; Pierce Hunt: Hunt Them Down.
What order should I read Simon Gervais's books?
We recommend reading Simon Gervais's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Simon Gervais still writing new books?
Yes, Simon Gervais has 3 ongoing series: Caspian Anderson, Chase Burke, Pursuit Collection.

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