John Wells Books in Order
Quick answer
Start with The Faithful Spy (2006), the first John Wells novel, which won the Edgar Award for best first novel. Each book has its own mission for the CIA officer John Wells, but his story builds across the series, so publication order works best. Newest: The Deceivers (2018).
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The Faithful Spy(2006)
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The Ghost War(2008)
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The Silent Man(2009)
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The Midnight House(2010)
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The Secret Soldier(2011)
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The Shadow Patrol(2012)
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The Night Ranger(2013)
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The Counterfeit Agent(2014)
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Twelve Days(2015)
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The Wolves(2016)
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The Prisoner(2017)
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The Deceivers(2018)
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read John Wells in?
Start with The Faithful Spy (2006), the first John Wells novel, which won the Edgar Award for best first novel. Each book has its own mission for the CIA officer John Wells, but his story builds across the series, so publication order works best.
How many books are in John Wells?
12 main books, published 2006–2018.
What is the latest John Wells book?
The newest book in our reading order for John Wells is "The Deceivers" (2018).
Can I read John Wells out of order?
It's best not to. The books build on each other, so reading out of order spoils earlier twists.