Myron Bolitar books in order

The complete Myron Bolitar series reading order by Harlan Coben, from Deal Breaker (1995) through Think Twice (2024), featuring the sports agent turned detective.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Deal Breaker 1995 Harlan Coben Buy
2 Drop Shot 1996 Harlan Coben Buy
3 Fade Away 1996 Harlan Coben Buy
4 Back Spin 1997 Harlan Coben Buy
5 One False Move 1998 Harlan Coben Buy
6 The Final Detail 1999 Harlan Coben Buy
7 Darkest Fear 2000 Harlan Coben Buy
8 Promise Me 2006 Harlan Coben Buy
9 Long Lost 2009 Harlan Coben Buy
10 Live Wire 2011 Harlan Coben Buy
11 Home 2016 Harlan Coben Buy
12 Think Twice 2024 Harlan Coben Buy

The Myron Bolitar series by Harlan Coben follows a former basketball player turned sports agent who keeps getting pulled into criminal investigations. The series launched Coben’s career and spans nearly three decades, with twelve books published between 1995 and 2024.

Myron works alongside his best friend Windsor Horne Lockwood III (Win), a wealthy martial arts expert who handles the more physical aspects of their investigations. The series combines sports world settings with mystery and thriller elements, and is known for its humor, plot twists, and the relationships between recurring characters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I read the Myron Bolitar series?

The Myron Bolitar books should be read in publication order starting with Deal Breaker (1995). The series follows a chronological timeline and characters develop across books, so reading in order provides the best experience.

Who is Myron Bolitar?

Myron Bolitar is a former basketball star whose career ended due to a knee injury. He becomes a sports agent and, with help from his friend Win, frequently finds himself investigating crimes connected to his clients. He operates out of New York and is known for his wit and moral compass.

Can I read the Myron Bolitar books as standalones?

While each book has a self-contained mystery, the series has ongoing storylines and character development that span multiple books. Reading in order is recommended, especially for later entries like Home and Think Twice which reference earlier events.

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