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William Diehl Reading Order

2 series · 10 books

Mystery & Thriller

William Diehl was a renowned American author known for his gripping thrillers and suspenseful narratives. With a prolific career spanning from 1974 to 2012, he crafted ten novels across two series, including the popular Martin Vail series, in addition to several standalone works. His storytelling prowess is perhaps best exemplified in his most acclaimed title, which has captivated readers and established his legacy in the genre.

Martin Vail Series

Complete

3 books (1992–1997)

Start with Primal Fear and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Primal Fear
Primal Fear
1992Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Show of Evil
Show of Evil
1995Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of Reign in Hell
Reign in Hell
1997Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

7 books (1974–2012)

Start with Sharky's Machine, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
Cover of Sharky's Machine
Sharky's Machine
1974Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Chameleon
Chameleon
1981Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of Hooligans
Hooligans
1984Buy 🇺🇸
4
Cover of Thai Horse
Thai Horse
1987Buy 🇺🇸
5
Cover of The Hunt / 27
The Hunt / 27
1990Buy 🇺🇸
6
Cover of Eureka
Eureka
2002Buy 🇺🇸
7
Seven Ways to Die
2012Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has William Diehl written?
William Diehl has written 10 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1974 to 2012.
What is the first book in each William Diehl series?
Here are the first books in William Diehl's series: Martin Vail: Primal Fear.
What order should I read William Diehl's books?
We recommend reading William Diehl's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are William Diehl's series complete?
William Diehl has 2 completed series.

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