NYPD Red books in order

The NYPD Red series by Marshall Karp and James Patterson in reading order. A ten-book thriller series about an elite NYPD task force protecting New York's elite.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 NYPD Red 2012 Marshall Karp Buy
2 NYPD Red 2 2014 Marshall Karp Buy
3 NYPD Red 7 2022 Marshall Karp Buy
4 NYPD Red 8 2025 Marshall Karp Buy
5 NYPD Red 7 The Murder Sorority 2022 Marshall Karp N/A
6 NYPD Red 8: The 11:59 Bomber 2025 Marshall Karp N/A
7 NYPD Red 3 2015 Marshall Karp Buy
8 NYPD Red 4 2016 Marshall Karp Buy
9 Red Alert 2018 Marshall Karp Buy
10 NYPD Red 6 2020 Marshall Karp Buy

The NYPD Red series, co-written by Marshall Karp and James Patterson, follows an elite NYPD task force assigned to protect New York City’s most important citizens. The ten books, published between 2012 and 2025, feature fast-paced investigations involving the rich and powerful.

Starting with NYPD Red (2012), the series has grown to include numbered sequels and titled entries like Red Alert (2018). The combination of Patterson’s storytelling pace and Karp’s detective fiction experience keeps the books moving quickly through their plots.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the NYPD Red series?

There are ten books in the NYPD Red series, published between 2012 and 2025.

What is the first book in the NYPD Red series?

The first book in the NYPD Red series is NYPD Red, published in 2012.

What is NYPD Red?

NYPD Red is a fictional elite task force within the New York Police Department. The unit handles crimes involving the city’s wealthiest and most prominent citizens, from politicians to celebrities. The series is co-written by Marshall Karp and James Patterson.

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