Gray Man books in order

Complete list of all 14 Gray Man (Court Gentry) books in order by Mark Greaney. Full reading order from The Gray Man to Midnight Black.

The Gray Man series follows Court Gentry, a legendary CIA operative turned freelance assassin known for his ability to disappear in plain sight. Created by Mark Greaney (who also co-authored several Tom Clancy novels), the series combines intense action with globe-trotting espionage.

Gentry earned his nickname for his ability to blend into any environment and complete missions that others consider impossible. When the CIA betrays him, he becomes a man without a country, taking contracts while evading those who want him dead.

Publication order

# Title Year Kindle Paperback Audiobook
1 The Gray Man 2009 UK US US
2 On Target 2010 UK US US
3 Ballistic 2011 UK US US
4 Dead Eye 2013 UK US US
5 Back Blast 2016 UK US US
6 Gunmetal Gray 2017 UK US US
7 Agent in Place 2018 UK US US
8 Mission Critical 2019 UK US US
9 One Minute Out 2020 UK US US
10 Relentless 2021 UK US US
11 Sierra Six 2022 UK US US
12 Burner 2023 UK US US
13 The Chaos Agent 2024 UK US US
14 Midnight Black 2025 UK US US

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I read the Gray Man books?

Read in publication order starting with The Gray Man (2009). The series follows Court Gentry chronologically, so publication order is the best reading order.

How many Gray Man books are there?

There are 14 Gray Man novels as of 2025, all written by Mark Greaney. A new book is typically released each year.

Is there a Gray Man movie?

Yes, Netflix released The Gray Man film in 2022 starring Ryan Gosling as Court Gentry and Chris Evans as the antagonist. A sequel is planned.

Who is the Gray Man?

Court Gentry, codename ’the Gray Man,’ is a former CIA operative turned freelance assassin. He’s known for being able to blend in anywhere and complete impossible missions.

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