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5 Books
2016 – 2018 Published
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How to Read the Carter Devereux Series

The Carter Devereux Mystery Thriller series is a straightforward, chronological adventure. Because each book builds directly on the archaeological discoveries, personal relationships, and global conspiracies introduced in the previous volumes, we highly recommend reading them in publication order. There are no split timelines, hidden prequel novels, or confusing chronological shifts to worry about.

Carter Devereux Books in Reading Order

Follow Carter Devereux's journey from a tenured archaeology professor to a globe-trotting target of powerful secret societies in this order:

  1. Nothing New Under the Sun (2016) – The adventure begins when Carter uncovers evidence of prehistoric, highly advanced societies, drawing the dangerous attention of powerful forces who want the discovery buried.
  2. The Wolves of Freydis (2016) – The stakes rise as Carter’s family is targeted, forcing him to work with Special Forces contacts to counter a threat of global proportions.
  3. The Alboran Codex (2016) – Carter investigates the Nabateans, an ancient civilization whose sudden disappearance in 106 AD holds secrets that modern-day factions are willing to kill for.
  4. The Nabatean Secret (2017) – Continuing directly from the previous book, Carter battles a secretive council wielding technology that could reshape global power dynamics.
  5. The Labyrinth of Minos (2018) – The final installment takes Carter into a labyrinth of myths, ancient technology, and high-stakes archaeological survival.

Where to Start and Reading Tips

You should absolutely start with the first book, Nothing New Under the Sun. Beginning anywhere else will leave you feeling lost, as J.C. Ryan designs each entry to evolve the overarching conspiracy and team dynamics. Be prepared for a blend of Indiana Jones-style exploration, speculative history, and technical info-dumps detailing ancient civilizational theories.

Related Series by J.C. Ryan

While Carter Devereux's main storyline wraps up in five books, fans of J.C. Ryan's speculative thrillers will find similar themes and writing styles in his other major works:

  • The Rossler Foundation Mysteries: A longer series centering on Daniel Rossler and his organization safeguarding high-tech ancient knowledge from misuse.
  • The Rex Dalton Thrillers: Focuses on black-ops military intelligence, international conspiracies, and intense action, sharing the same universe and high-octane pacing.

Frequently Asked

QWhat is the recommended reading order for the Carter Devereux series?

The best way to read the series is in publication order, starting with Nothing New Under the Sun and ending with The Labyrinth of Minos, as the narrative and character arcs flow chronologically.

QAre there any prequels or short stories in the Carter Devereux series?

No, there are no published prequels, short stories, or novellas. The series consists strictly of the five main novels.

QDo I need to read J.C. Ryan's other series first?

No. While the Carter Devereux series shares the same thematic universe as J.C. Ryan's Rossler Foundation Mysteries and Rex Dalton books, it stands entirely on its own and can be read independently.

QIs the Carter Devereux series finished?

Yes, the main story arc concludes with the fifth book, The Labyrinth of Minos, which was published in 2018.

QAre the books based on real history?

The series blends real-world archaeological sites like Petra and historical events with alternative history and speculative theories about advanced ancient civilizations.