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8 Books
2013 – 2020 Published
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The Recommended Reading Order: Start at the Beginning

For the best reading experience, we recommend following the publication order of the Brad Jacobs series. While each novel is structured as a self-contained, high-octane rescue mission, reading them in order lets you appreciate the growth, camaraderie, and expanding roster of "Team Dallas"—Brad's trusted crew of military veterans.

Brad Jacobs Books in Publication Order

Here is the complete list of Brad Jacobs thrillers by Scott Conrad in the order they were published:

  1. Track Down Africa (2013) – Brad assembles his team for a personal mission: rescuing his cousin Jessica from diamond smugglers and rebels in the Central African jungle.
  2. Track Down Alaska (2015) – Stranded in the frozen wilderness after a plane crash, the team must survive both the elements and a hostile group of neo-Nazis.
  3. Track Down Amazon (2016) – Team Dallas heads to the Peruvian rainforest to rescue a colleague's brother from the grip of the Sendero Luminoso.
  4. Track Down Iraq (2017) – A race against the clock to free a captured Marine from Sunni extremists in a hostile territory.
  5. Track Down Borneo (2018) – Deep in the rainforests of Borneo, the team faces off against deadly mercenaries.
  6. Track Down El Salvador (2019) – Brad and his team navigate the dangerous gang-controlled streets of El Salvador on a search-and-rescue operation.
  7. Track Down Wyoming (2019) – Team Dallas takes on a domestic threat in the rugged landscapes of Wyoming, facing the ruthless Harlan Taggart.
  8. Track Down Thailand (2020) – When two team members disappear undercover, Brad must track them down in the remote mountains and islands of Thailand.

Chronological Order and Caveats

The chronological timeline matches the publication order exactly. Because author Scott Conrad designed each book to focus on a single, isolated mission, you don't have to worry about complex flashbacks or confusing timelines. If a specific setting like Borneo or Alaska catches your eye, you can easily jump in there without feeling lost.

Box Sets and Omnibuses

If you prefer to grab multiple missions at once, there are official box sets available that bundle the early novels:

  • Track Down Box Set: Books 1-2 (Published in 2017)
  • Track Down Box Set: Books 1-3 (Published in 2019)

Frequently Asked

QWhere should I start reading the Brad Jacobs series?

You should start with the first book, Track Down Africa (2013). This book introduces Brad Jacobs, explains how he forms his veteran rescue unit (Team Dallas), and sets the tone for the rest of the series.

QDo I need to read the Brad Jacobs books in chronological order?

No, you do not. Each book is written as a standalone adventure with a complete, self-contained story. However, reading them in order allows you to follow the recurring characters and team dynamics as they develop over time.

QWho is Brad Jacobs?

Brad Jacobs is a retired Force Recon Marine who works as a part-time bounty hunter and international hostage retrieval specialist. He leads a highly skilled team of military veterans known as "Team Dallas."

QAre there any spin-offs or co-authored books in the series?

No, there are no spin-offs, side stories, or co-authored books in the Brad Jacobs universe. The entire series is written solely by Scott Conrad.

QAre there omnibus editions available for the series?

Yes, Scott Conrad has released digital box sets combining the early books, including a Books 1-2 Box Set and a Books 1-3 Box Set.

QWhat is the latest book in the Brad Jacobs series?

The latest installment in the series is Track Down Thailand, which was published in June 2020.