Ward Larsen Reading Order
7 series · 96 books
Ward Larsen is an American thriller and action novelist best known for creating the David Slaton character, a skilled operative at the center of his bestselling Assassin series. His work spans multiple interconnected universes including the Jack Ryan franchise and original series featuring protagonists like Jammer Davis, blending espionage, military tactics, and fast-paced storytelling across nearly a hundred books. With a career spanning from 1984 to the present, Larsen has established himself as a prolific author of high-octane adventures that appeal to fans of intelligent, character-driven thrillers.
David Slaton Series
Likely Complete10 books (2004–2023)
Start with The Perfect Assassin, the first of 10 books in the David Slaton series.
Start this series with The Perfect Assassin
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David Slaton and Tru Miller Series
Complete1 book (2025–2025)
Jack Ryan Series
Ongoing27 books (1984–2026)
Start with The Hunt for Red October(By: Tom Clancy), the first of 27 books in the Jack Ryan series.
Start this series with The Hunt for Red October(By: Tom Clancy)
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Jack Ryan Universe Series
Ongoing46 books (1984–2026)
Start with The Hunt for Red October(By: Tom Clancy), the first of 46 books in the Jack Ryan Universe series.
Start this series with The Hunt for Red October(By: Tom Clancy)
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Jammer Davis Series
Complete3 books (2010–2016)
Start with Fly by Wire and read in order.
Start this series with Fly by Wire
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Music and Murder Mystery Series
Ongoing4 books (2022–2025)
Start with Hotel California(By: Heather Graham,John Gilstrap,Reed Farrel Coleman,Andrew Child,Amanda Flower,Don Bruns,Rick Bleiweiss,Jennifer Dornbush), the first of 4 books in the Music and Murder Mystery series.
Start this series with Hotel California(By: Heather Graham,John Gilstrap,Reed Farrel Coleman,Andrew Child,Amanda Flower,Don Bruns,Rick Bleiweiss,Jennifer Dornbush)
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing5 books (2008–2027)
Start with Stealing Trinity, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Stealing Trinity
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Ward Larsen written?
- Ward Larsen has written 96 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1984 to 2027.
- What is the first book in each Ward Larsen series?
- Here are the first books in Ward Larsen's series: David Slaton: The Perfect Assassin; Jack Ryan: The Hunt for Red October(By: Tom Clancy); Jack Ryan Universe: The Hunt for Red October(By: Tom Clancy); Jammer Davis: Fly by Wire; Music and Murder Mystery: Hotel California(By: Heather Graham,John Gilstrap,Reed Farrel Coleman,Andrew Child,Amanda Flower,Don Bruns,Rick Bleiweiss,Jennifer Dornbush).
- What order should I read Ward Larsen's books?
- We recommend reading Ward Larsen's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Ward Larsen still writing new books?
- Yes, Ward Larsen has 4 ongoing series: Jack Ryan, Jack Ryan Universe, Music and Murder Mystery, Standalone Novels.