Penn Cage Books in Order
QUICK ANSWER
Start with The Quiet Game (1999), which is book 1, and read in publication order. Natchez Burning (2014), The Bone Tree (2015) and Mississippi Blood (2017) form a connected trilogy, so read them in order. Newest: Southern Man (2024).
- 1.
The Quiet Game(1999)
Start here - 2.
Turning Angel(2005)
- 3.
The Devil's Punchbowl(2009)
- 4.
Natchez Burning(2014)
- 5.
The Bone Tree(2015)
- 6.
Mississippi Blood(2017)
- 7.
Southern Man(2024)
Newest - 8.
The Death Factory(2014)
Optional
Frequently asked questions
What order should I read Penn Cage in?
Start with The Quiet Game (1999), which is book 1, and read in publication order. Natchez Burning (2014), The Bone Tree (2015) and Mississippi Blood (2017) form a connected trilogy, so read them in order.
How many books are in Penn Cage?
7 main books, published 1999–2024, plus 1 side story.
What is the latest Penn Cage book?
The newest book in our reading order for Penn Cage is "Southern Man" (2024).
Can I read Penn Cage out of order?
It's best not to. The books build on each other, so reading out of order spoils earlier twists.
Which books in Penn Cage are prequels, novellas or side stories?
"The Death Factory" (novella). Each is placed in the reading order below.