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Ben Hope Books in Order

32 Books
2 Reading orders
2007 – 2019 Published
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Recommended Reading Path

For the best experience, readers should start the series with the very first novel, The Alchemist's Secret (2007). This book introduces Benedict Hope, his tragic backstory as an elite soldier haunted by the past, and his unique blend of tactical military skills and academic theology background. While most of the novels feature self-contained thriller missions that can be read as standalones, Ben's character arc, personal relationships, and recurring allies develop sequentially. Reading them in publication order is highly recommended to appreciate his journey fully.

Ben Hope Novels in Publication Order

Scott Mariani's main thriller series spans 30 novels, starting in 2007 and concluding in 2024. Below is the complete publication order:

  1. The Alchemist's Secret (2007)
  2. The Mozart Conspiracy (2008)
  3. The Doomsday Prophecy (2009)
  4. The Heretic's Treasure (2009)
  5. The Shadow Project (2010)
  6. The Lost Relic (2011)
  7. The Sacred Sword (2012)
  8. The Armada Legacy (2013)
  9. The Nemesis Program (2014)
  10. The Forgotten Holocaust (2015)
  11. The Martyr's Curse (2015)
  12. The Cassandra Sanction (2016)
  13. Star of Africa (2016)
  14. The Devil's Kingdom (2016)
  15. The Babylon Idol (2017)
  16. The Bach Manuscript (2017)
  17. The Moscow Cipher (2018)
  18. The Rebel's Revenge (2018)
  19. Valley of Death (2019)
  20. House of War (2019)
  21. The Pretender's Gold (2020)
  22. The Demon Club (2020)
  23. The Pandemic Plot (2021)
  24. The Crusader's Cross (2021)
  25. The Silver Serpent (2022)
  26. Graveyard of Empires (2022)
  27. The White Knight (2023)
  28. The Tudor Deception (2023)
  29. The Golden Library (2024)
  30. The Templar Secret (2024)

Short Stories and Prequels

In addition to the main novels, Scott Mariani has released short stories and novellas that flesh out Ben Hope's universe:

  • Bring Him Back (2013) – Set chronologically before the events of the first book, detailing Ben's transition from the SAS.
  • Passenger 13 (2011) – A fast-paced short story.
  • The Tunnel (2015) – Another brief adventure featuring Ben Hope.

Series Status & What to Read Next

In April 2025, Scott Mariani announced that The Templar Secret (2024) serves as the final book in the Ben Hope series, concluding Ben's long-running adventures. Mariani has since transitioned to historical fiction, launching a medieval adventure series featuring the character Will Bowman, starting with The Pilgrim's Revenge (2025).

Frequently Asked

QHow many books are in the Ben Hope series?

The main Ben Hope series consists of 30 novels, beginning with The Alchemist's Secret in 2007 and concluding with The Templar Secret in 2024, alongside several short stories.

QDo I need to read the Ben Hope books in order?

While each book features a self-contained mystery or mission, it is highly recommended to read them in publication order to follow Ben Hope's personal development, aging, and evolving relationships.

QWhat is the latest Ben Hope book?

The final book in the series is The Templar Secret, published in 2024.

QHas the Ben Hope series ended?

Yes. In April 2025, author Scott Mariani officially announced the conclusion of the Ben Hope series to focus on his new medieval historical fiction series, Will Bowman.

QAre there any prequel books in the series?

Yes, the novella Bring Him Back (2013) serves as a prequel, detailing Ben Hope's early days and his transition out of the SAS.

QDid Scott Mariani write any other series?

Yes. Besides the medieval Will Bowman series, he wrote the paranormal thriller duology Vampire Federation (consisting of Uprising and The Cross) under the pen name Scott G. Mariani.