Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
The Boat Runner |
2017 |
Devin Murphy |
Buy |
| 2 |
Tiny Americans |
2019 |
Devin Murphy |
Buy |
Devin Murphy’s two standalone novels take on different subjects but share an interest in family and the weight of history. The Boat Runner (2017) is set in the Netherlands during World War II and follows a teenage boy whose life is upended by the German occupation.
Tiny Americans (2019) covers several decades in the life of an American family, tracing how ambition and loss ripple through generations. Both novels received strong reviews for their storytelling and emotional depth.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Devin Murphy Standalone Novels series?
There are two books in the Devin Murphy Standalone Novels series, published between 2017 and 2019.
What is the first book in the Devin Murphy Standalone Novels series?
The first book in the Devin Murphy Standalone Novels series is The Boat Runner, published in 2017.
Which Devin Murphy novel should I read first?
Either novel works as a starting point. The Boat Runner appeals to readers who enjoy World War II historical fiction, while Tiny Americans is a good choice for those who prefer multigenerational family stories set in America.