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Lucas Davenport (Prey)
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Quick Answer

Start with Rules of Prey (1989) and read in publication order, which is also the chronological order. Each novel is a self-contained case, but Lucas Davenport's career and relationships develop from book to book.

The complete reading order for the Lucas Davenport (Prey) series by John Sandford. Below you'll find the authoritative guide on how to read the books in order, including publication dates and chronological timeline placements.

Where to start

Start with Rules of Prey (1989) and read in publication order, which is also the chronological order. Each novel is a self-contained case, but Lucas Davenport's career and relationships develop from book to book.

•Revenge Prey (April 2026) is the 36th Prey novel.

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At a Glance

First Book:Rules of Prey
Latest Book:Revenge Prey
Timeline:1989 - 2026

Complete Series Reading Order

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Publication Reading Order36 Titles

Why Publication Order?We recommend reading in Publication Order (default). This follows the author's release schedule, ensuring you experience plot twists, character growth, and world-building exactly as intended without spoilers.

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1

Rules of Prey

Pub: 1989

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2

Shadow Prey

Pub: 1990

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3

Eyes of Prey

Pub: 1991

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4

Silent Prey

Pub: 1992

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5

Winter Prey

Pub: 1993

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6

Night Prey

Pub: 1994

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7

Mind Prey

Pub: 1995

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8

Sudden Prey

Pub: 1996

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9

Secret Prey

Pub: 1998

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10

Certain Prey

Pub: 1999

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Easy Prey

Pub: 2000

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12

Chosen Prey

Pub: 2001

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13

Mortal Prey

Pub: 2002

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14

Naked Prey

Pub: 2003

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15

Hidden Prey

Pub: 2004

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16

Broken Prey

Pub: 2005

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17

Invisible Prey

Pub: 2007

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18

Phantom Prey

Pub: 2008

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19

Wicked Prey

Pub: 2009

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20

Storm Prey

Pub: 2010

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21

Buried Prey

Pub: 2011

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22

Stolen Prey

Pub: 2012

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23

Silken Prey

Pub: 2013

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24

Field of Prey

Pub: 2014

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25

Gathering Prey

Pub: 2015

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26

Extreme Prey

Pub: 2016

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27

Golden Prey

Pub: 2017

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28

Twisted Prey

Pub: 2018

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29

Neon Prey

Pub: 2019

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30

Masked Prey

Pub: 2020

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31

Ocean Prey

Pub: 2021

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32

Righteous Prey

Pub: 2022

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33

Judgment Prey

Pub: 2023

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34

Toxic Prey

Pub: 2024

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35

Lethal Prey

Pub: 2025

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36

Revenge Prey

Pub: 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I read Lucas Davenport (Prey) in?

Start with Rules of Prey (1989) and read in publication order, which is also the chronological order. Each novel is a self-contained case, but Lucas Davenport's career and relationships develop from book to book.

How many books are in Lucas Davenport (Prey)?

36 main books, published 1989–2026.

Can I read Lucas Davenport (Prey) out of order?

It's best not to. The books build on each other, so reading out of order spoils earlier twists.