Mordecai Young books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Mordecai Young series?"

"There are three books in the Mordecai Young series, published between 2003 and 2005."

Q: "What is the first book in the Mordecai Young series?"

"The first book in the Mordecai Young series is Thicker Than Water, published in 2003."

Q: "Should I read the Mordecai Young books in order?"

"Yes, the Mordecai Young trilogy should be read in order starting with Thicker Than Water. Each book builds directly on the events of the previous one, following the ongoing threat posed by cult leader Mordecai Young and the characters trying to stop him."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Thicker Than Water	2003	Maggie Shayne	Buy
2	Colder than Ice	2004	Maggie Shayne	Buy
3	Darker than Midnight	2005	Maggie Shayne	Buy

The Mordecai Young trilogy is among Maggie Shayne’s darkest work. The series follows the fallout from a dangerous cult led by the charismatic and ruthless Mordecai Young. Starting with Thicker Than Water, the books track survivors and investigators as they try to escape his influence and bring him to justice. Each book ups the tension, with Colder than Ice and Darker than Midnight pushing the characters further into danger.

These are grittier and more suspenseful than much of Shayne’s paranormal romance catalog. The emphasis here is on psychological tension and the long reach of a manipulative villain, wrapped around romantic subplots that give the stories emotional stakes beyond the crime elements.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Mordecai Young series?

There are three books in the Mordecai Young series, published between 2003 and 2005.

What is the first book in the Mordecai Young series?

The first book in the Mordecai Young series is Thicker Than Water, published in 2003.

Should I read the Mordecai Young books in order?

Yes, the Mordecai Young trilogy should be read in order starting with Thicker Than Water. Each book builds directly on the events of the previous one, following the ongoing threat posed by cult leader Mordecai Young and the characters trying to stop him.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order