Scott Lynch books

Complete list of books by Scott Lynch. Browse the Gentleman Bastard series.
Author · Fantasy · Heist

Gentleman Bastard Reading Order

Title Published Buy on Amazon
The Lies of Locke Lamora 2006 Buy
Red Seas Under Red Skies 2007 Buy
The Republic of Thieves 2013 Buy

Series: Gentleman Bastard | Character: Locke Lamora

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Scott Lynch’s Gentleman Bastard series follows Locke Lamora, a charismatic con artist and thief leading a crew of elite criminals in the fantasy city of Camorr. Lynch combines elaborate heists with fantasy elements, creating complex plots that readers unravel alongside characters.

Lynch’s prose is distinctive: long, detailed scenes with Shakespearean dialogue and bursts of action. The style rewards attentive reading but may frustrate fans of faster narratives. The series is often compared to Ocean’s Eleven in a fantasy setting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I read Scott Lynch's books?

Start with The Lies of Locke Lamora (2006), followed by Red Seas Under Red Skies (2007), and The Republic of Thieves (2013). Four more books are planned but not yet published.

How many Gentleman Bastard books are there?

There are 3 published novels. Scott Lynch has planned 7 books total, meaning 4 more books remain unpublished after many years of anticipation.

Why haven't more books been published?

Scott Lynch has been working on the next book, The Thorn of Emberlain, for many years but has not announced a release date.

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