Andrew Grant Books in Order

Where Should You Start Reading Andrew Grant?

If you are new to Andrew Grant's thrillers, you have a few excellent entry points depending on what flavor of suspense you prefer. Unlike sprawling universes where everything is interconnected, Grant’s solo work is organized into distinct, self-contained series and standalone projects. You do not need to worry about crossing streams between his different protagonists.

For the classic Grant experience, we recommend starting with Even (2009), the debut novel of the David Trevellyan series. It introduces his signature style: fast-paced action, intelligence-grade tradecraft, and a relentless, highly capable protagonist. If you prefer a grittier, regional American detective noir, begin with False Positive (2015), which kicks off the Cooper Devereaux trilogy set in Alabama. If you are here specifically for his Jack Reacher novels, you should skip straight to The Sentinel (2020), the first Reacher book he co-wrote with his brother, Lee Child, under the pseudonym Andrew Child.

The David Trevellyan Series

David Trevellyan is a Royal Navy intelligence officer who finds himself in the wrong place at the wrong time, leading to a series of high-stakes covert operations. Drawing on Grant’s own past background in telecommunications projects covered by the UK's Official Secrets Act, these books are rich in operational details, paranoia, and sharp counterterrorism action. This series must be read in publication order to follow Trevellyan's ongoing character arc.

1. Even (2009) – Trevellyan is in New York City when he stumbles upon a dead body in an alley, instantly making him the prime suspect in a conspiracy that goes all the way to the top.
2. Die Twice (2010) – Sent to Chicago on a supposedly simple assignment, Trevellyan is pulled into a deadly game of betrayal and international espionage.
3. More Harm Than Good (2012) – Trevellyan is targeted by a shadowy state apparatus, forcing him to use all his survival skills to clear his name.

The Detective Cooper Devereaux Series

Moving away from international intelligence agencies, Grant created Cooper Devereaux, a rule-bending detective based in Birmingham, Alabama. Devereaux is flawed, cynical, and willing to cross lines to solve cases involving missing children and serial killers. The titles in this trilogy play on the theme of deception, and they should be read sequentially to understand Devereaux's personal struggles and relationship dynamics.

1. False Positive (2015) – Devereaux is assigned a cold case involving a young boy who went missing years ago, forcing him to confront local corruption.
2. False Friend (2017) – A case involving a missing classmate from Devereaux's own past forces him to dig up secrets he would rather keep buried.
3. False Witness (2018) – Devereaux must track down a twisted killer who leaves behind elaborate, theatrical crime scenes.

The Paul McGrath Series

In this series, Grant introduces Paul McGrath, a former Army veteran who takes a job as a courthouse janitor to fly under the radar. This humble position grants him unique access to legal files, conversations, and secrets, which he uses to wage a one-man war for justice. It is a brilliant, grounded spin on the vigilante thriller genre.

1. Invisible (2019) – McGrath begins his quiet crusade, using his janitorial access to investigate cases the justice system ignored.
2. Too Close to Home (2020) – When someone close to McGrath is targeted, his cover is threatened, forcing him to step into the light to protect them.

Standalone Novels & Anthologies

If you want a quick break from series commitments, Grant has written standalone thriller material and contributed to collaborative collections:

• Run (2014) – A corporate conspiracy thriller following Marc Bowman, a software developer whose life is turned upside down when he is suddenly fired and targeted by high-tech assassins.
• Hotel California (2022) – An anthology featuring stories from multiple thriller writers, where Grant contributes a short piece showcasing his compact suspense styling.

The Jack Reacher Transition: Writing as Andrew Child

In 2020, Lee Child announced he was stepping back from sole writing duties on his legendary Jack Reacher series and handing the reins over to his younger brother, Andrew Grant. To preserve brand continuity, Grant adopted the pen name Andrew Child. The brothers co-authored several novels to transition the series seamlessly before Andrew took over primary duties.

How to Read the Reacher Books Co-Authored by Andrew Child

While the entire Jack Reacher bibliography spans nearly thirty novels starting with 1997's Killing Floor, readers focusing on Andrew Grant's contribution can jump directly to the co-authored era. The publication order for the Andrew Child Reacher novels is:

1. The Sentinel (2020) – The first official collaboration, where Reacher wanders into a cyber-security conspiracy in a small Tennessee town.
2. Better Off Dead (2021) – Reacher teams up with a desperate FBI agent in a border town to stop a dangerous smuggling ring.
3. No Plan B (2022) – Reacher witnesses a staged suicide and follows the threads back to a massive corporate conspiracy.
4. The Secret (2023) – A prequel set in 1992, exploring a series of mysterious deaths among scientists that Reacher is tasked with solving.
5. In Too Deep (2024) – Reacher wakes up handcuffed in a dark room, matching wits with kidnappers who have mistaken his identity.

Chronological Caveat for Reacher Fans

While the main Jack Reacher books generally follow a linear path, The Secret (2023) is a notable exception. It is set in 1992 when Reacher is still an active-duty military MP, placing it chronologically near the beginning of Reacher's career (right after the events of The Enemy). If you prefer a strict timeline order, read The Secret early on, though reading it in publication order works perfectly fine as the story is designed to be self-contained.

Jack Reacher Short Stories and Novellas

Andrew Child has also contributed to or co-authored various Reacher short stories. The publication order for these shorter adventures includes: Second Son (2011), Deep Down (2012), Not a Drill (2014), Good and Valuable Consideration: Jack Reacher vs. Nick Heller (2014), Small Wars (2015), The Christmas Scorpion (2018), The Fourth Man (2019), Cleaning the Gold (2019), and New Kid in Town (2024).

What to Know Before You Start

Andrew Grant's thrillers share a fast, punchy, and cinematic pace similar to his brother Lee Child's work, but his protagonists are distinctly different. While Jack Reacher is a massive, drifting vigilante who relies on brute force and keen observation, Grant's solo characters like David Trevellyan and Marc Bowman rely heavily on technical tradecraft, technological literacy, and navigating corporate or state bureaucracies. If you love stories featuring clever uses of technology, institutional secrets, and fast-moving plots, Grant's solo catalog is a must-read.