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  • 15 Books
  • 2017 – 2019 Published

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The Recommended Reading Order for Blake Banner’s Omega Series

If you are looking for a thriller series that combines the relentless combat energy of Jack Reacher with the deep-state conspiracies of Vince Flynn's Mitch Rapp, Blake Banner's Omega series is your next must-read. The saga tracks the singular crusade of Lacklan Walker, a former British SAS captain who is dragged into a shadow war against 'Omega'—a secret cabal of global billionaires aiming to control the world's population and future.

Because the overarching conspiracy unfolds chronologically across the books, you should absolutely read the series in publication order. Skipping around will cause you to lose track of the evolving plot, character deaths, and crucial global events that build toward the final showdown.

The Complete Omega Series Book List

Here is the complete chronological and publication sequence of the 15 novels in the Omega series. Note that the series was published in a rapid burst between 2017 and 2019:

  1. Dawn of the Hunter (2017)
  2. Double Edged Blade (2017)
  3. The Storm (2018)
  4. The Hand of War (2018)
  5. A Harvest of Blood (2018)
  6. To Rule in Hell (2018)
  7. Kill: One (2018)
  8. Powder Burn (2018)
  9. Kill: Two (2018)
  10. Unleashed (2018)
  11. The Omicron Kill (2019)
  12. 9mm Justice (2019)
  13. Kill: Four (2019)
  14. Death In Freedom (2019)
  15. Endgame (2019)

What to Know Before You Start

The Mystery of the Missing Book: Where is 'Kill: Three'?

One of the most common questions new readers ask when looking at the Omega reading list is: Where is book thirteen or the third 'Kill' book? The numbering of Blake Banner's titles can be confusing at first glance. The author titled specific entries in the sequence as Kill: One (Book 7), Kill: Two (Book 9), and then skipped directly to Kill: Four (Book 13). There is no book titled Kill: Three in existence. To read the story correctly, simply follow the publication order listed above and do not worry about searching for a missing installment.

Spelling Variations: Lacklan vs. Lachlan

Depending on where you purchase your ebooks or look up review sites, you may see the protagonist's name spelled differently. While author Blake Banner refers to him as Lacklan Walker in the core text and database registries, several online bookstores and review platforms list him as Lachlan Walker. Both names refer to the exact same lethal SAS protagonist, so don't be thrown off when searching for the books online.

Tone and Atmosphere

The Omega series is not a standard detective procedural. It is a dark, cinematic action thriller heavily influenced by classic noir aesthetics. Lacklan Walker is a deeply damaged protagonist—estranged from his ultra-wealthy Boston Brahmin family and carrying the heavy mental scars of a decade spent in the SAS. The books feature explicit violence, high body counts, and complex moral dilemmas where the line between good and evil is blurred. The villains are cold, calculating elites, and Lacklan’s response to them is equally uncompromising.

Key Books in the Lacklan Walker Saga

While the entire series forms one massive story arc, several key entries represent major turning points in Lacklan’s crusade:

  • Dawn of the Hunter (Book 1): This is the essential starting point. Lacklan is summoned back to Boston by his dying billionaire father, Robert Walker. His father reveals his own historical ties to the secretive Omega group and informs Lacklan that his childhood sweetheart, Marni, has disappeared. This personal betrayal sparks a global hunt.
  • Double Edged Blade (Book 2): Pushes Lacklan into the storm-ravaged swamps and bayous of Louisiana, showing that Omega’s tendrils reach deep into the local infrastructure and dark politics of the United States.
  • The Hand of War (Book 4): Pits Lacklan against an imminent terrorist threat targetting a United Nations summit, raising the global stakes and demonstrating the massive scale of Omega's manipulative capabilities.
  • Unleashed (Book 10): A fast-paced turning point in the middle of the saga where Lacklan is forced to go completely off the grid to protect those remaining close to him, shifting the series into a faster gear.
  • Endgame (Book 15): The dramatic finale that takes Lacklan from the frozen wilderness of Siberia to the arid wastes of the Gobi Desert to face Omega's final command structure. Be prepared for a twist-heavy and divisive ending that wraps up the billionaire-conspiracy narrative once and for all.

Is the Omega Series Completed?

Yes, the Omega series is a finished story arc. Blake Banner concluded the main narrative with the fifteenth book, Endgame, which was published in late 2019. While Banner has written several other popular series (such as the Dead Cold Mystery series and the Harry Bauer/Cobra series), Lacklan Walker's direct battle against the Omega organization ends here. There are currently no official crossover books connecting Lacklan to Banner's other fictional universes, making the Omega series a self-contained, 15-book ride.

Frequently Asked

Do I need to read the Omega series in order?

Yes. The series follows an ongoing, continuous story arc centered on Lacklan Walker's crusade to dismantle a global conspiracy. Reading them out of order will spoil major plot points and character arcs.

Is there a Kill: Three in the Omega series?

No, there is no book titled Kill: Three. Blake Banner named his titles Kill: One (Book 7), Kill: Two (Book 9), and Kill: Four (Book 13), leaving out a third 'Kill' title entirely. Follow the publication list to read the story without gaps.

Why is the main character's name spelled differently online?

While the character is officially named Lacklan Walker in the novels, some retailers, audiobooks, and review platforms spell his name as Lachlan Walker. They are the same character.

What is the best book to start with?

You should start with the first novel, Dawn of the Hunter, as it establishes Lacklan Walker's background, his family's dark secrets, and his motivation for fighting the Omega group.

Are there any crossover books in the Omega series?

No. Although Blake Banner has written other thriller series like Dead Cold Mysteries and Harry Bauer, the Omega series is entirely self-contained with no official crossovers.

Is the Omega series finished?

Yes, the series concluded with the fifteenth book, Endgame, which resolves Lacklan's fight against the Omega conspiracy.