Pendergast books in order

Q: "What is the Pendergast series about?"

"The series follows FBI Agent Aloysius Pendergast, a wealthy, brilliant, and eccentric investigator who specializes in unusual cases ranging from serial killers to supernatural phenomena. The novels often blend elements of thriller, crime, and horror."

Q: "Should I read the Pendergast books in order?"

"Yes, the books should be read in order as they feature an ongoing storyline and Pendergast's character develops significantly throughout the series. While some novels are more standalone than others, there are recurring elements and character arcs."

Q: "Who writes the Pendergast books?"

"The Pendergast novels are co-authored by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. They also write各自 solo novels, but the Pendergast series is a collaborative effort between the two."

Publication Order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Relic	1995	Douglas Preston	Buy
2	Reliquary	1997	Douglas Preston	Buy
3	The Cabinet of Curiosities	2001	Douglas Preston	Buy
4	Still Life with Crows	2003	Douglas Preston	Buy
5	Brimstone	2004	Douglas Preston	Buy
6	Dance of Death	2005	Douglas Preston	Buy
7	The Book of the Dead	2006	Douglas Preston	Buy
8	The Wheel of Darkness	2007	Douglas Preston	Buy
9	Cemetery Dance	2009	Douglas Preston	Buy
10	Fever Dream	2010	Douglas Preston	Buy
11	Cold Vengeance	2011	Douglas Preston	Buy
12	Extraction	2012	Douglas Preston	Buy
13	Two Graves	2012	Douglas Preston	Buy
14	White Fire	2013	Douglas Preston	Buy
15	Blue Labyrinth	2014	Douglas Preston	Buy
16	Crimson Shore	2015	Douglas Preston	Buy
17	The Obsidian Chamber	2016	Douglas Preston	Buy
18	City of Endless Night	2018	Douglas Preston	Buy

The Pendergast series is a collection of thrillers featuring Special Agent Aloysius X.L. Pendergast of the FBI. Pendergast is an unconventional agent - wealthy, highly educated, brilliant, and deeply eccentric. He comes from an old New Orleans family, speaks many languages, practices meditation, and possesses a deductive mind that rivals Sherlock Holmes.

The novels often involve cases that seem supernatural or impossible, from ancient rituals to horrific murders that defy explanation. Pendergast works alongside loyal colleagues including Sergeant Laura D’Agosta, a tough NYPD detective who provides grounded police perspective. The series blends elements of science, history, and horror with traditional thriller plotting.

Preston and Child have crafted a character who has become one of mystery fiction’s most iconic investigators. Pendergast’s cold intellect, unusual methods, and hidden depths make him compelling reading, while the cases he tackles range from museum mysteries to small-town horrors to conspiracies that span centuries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pendergast series about?

The series follows FBI Agent Aloysius Pendergast, a wealthy, brilliant, and eccentric investigator who specializes in unusual cases ranging from serial killers to supernatural phenomena. The novels often blend elements of thriller, crime, and horror.

Should I read the Pendergast books in order?

Yes, the books should be read in order as they feature an ongoing storyline and Pendergast’s character develops significantly throughout the series. While some novels are more standalone than others, there are recurring elements and character arcs.

Who writes the Pendergast books?

The Pendergast novels are co-authored by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. They also write各自 solo novels, but the Pendergast series is a collaborative effort between the two.

Publication Order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Publication Order