John Carr books in order

Q: "How many books are in the John Carr series?"

"There are two books in the John Carr series, published between 2018 and 2019."

Q: "What is the first book in the John Carr series?"

"The first book in the John Carr series is Once a Pilgrim, published in 2018."

Q: "Who is John Carr?"

"John Carr is a former SAS sergeant major who is drawn back into action after leaving the military. He is experienced, capable, and shaped by decades of special operations work. The character reflects author James Deegan's own military background, and the books treat the realities of counter-terrorism and special forces operations with the detail of someone who has lived them."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Once a Pilgrim	2018	James Deegan	Buy
2	The Angry Sea	2019	James Deegan	Buy

The John Carr series by James Deegan begins with Once a Pilgrim (2018), which introduces Carr as a former SAS sergeant major pulled back into a world of terrorism and covert operations. The Angry Sea (2019) continues with a hostage crisis that tests Carr’s skills and his willingness to act outside official channels.

Deegan writes from experience — he served with the SAS and was awarded the Military Cross — and the John Carr books reflect that background in their tactical detail, their understanding of how military operations actually work, and their avoidance of the superhuman heroics that define lesser thrillers in the genre.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the John Carr series?

There are two books in the John Carr series, published between 2018 and 2019.

What is the first book in the John Carr series?

The first book in the John Carr series is Once a Pilgrim, published in 2018.

Who is John Carr?

John Carr is a former SAS sergeant major who is drawn back into action after leaving the military. He is experienced, capable, and shaped by decades of special operations work. The character reflects author James Deegan’s own military background, and the books treat the realities of counter-terrorism and special forces operations with the detail of someone who has lived them.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order