The Gods Of Guilt
Read "The Gods Of Guilt" as the 5th book in the Mickey Haller / The Lincoln Lawyer Series sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.
⚠️ Do NOT read before "The Fifth Witness" (Book 4)
This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.
Verdict Insight: As the 5th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.
SourceThe Crossing
Book #6 of 8 in Series
Complete Series Reading Order
Publication Order
Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.
Chronological Order
May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.
Order Confidence
Why this order?
Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.
Why This Order Is Confusing
Many reading lists for Mickey Haller / The Lincoln Lawyer Series conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I skip reading The Gods Of Guilt?
This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.
Can I read The Gods Of Guilt before The Fifth Witness?
No. We recommend reading The Fifth Witness first. The Gods Of Guilt is the 5th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.
Is The Gods Of Guilt required reading for the Mickey Haller / The Lincoln Lawyer Series?
Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.
What comes after The Gods Of Guilt in the reading order?
The next recommended book after The Gods Of Guilt is The Crossing (Book #6).
