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Alan Furst

Bestselling Author • 6 Series • 23 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books
Start with: Night Soldiers (1988)
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Publication Order of Roger Levin Books
Start with: Your Day in the Barrel (1976)
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Publication Order of T.J & Blake Books
Start with: The Big Tip (2014)

About Alan Furst

Alan Furst’s novel “The Spies of Warsaw”, published in 2008.is about the competition for control over Poland between the major nations before the Second World War. It had been adapted into a mini-series TV show “Spies of Warsaw” by a co-production of BBC America, BBC Four, ARTE, and TVP1 and realized by Coky Giedroyc consisting of two episodes that had been diffused on January 9 and January 16, 2013 on BBC Four. Starring David Tennant as Jean-François Mercier, the protagonist colonel, and Janet Montgomery as his love Anna Skarbek. The mini-series received a good positive feedback in the United Kingdom for its script and for the acting. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books series, Alan Furst has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Alan Furst

Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books
15 books 1988–2019
1

Night Soldiers

Conflict and courage define Night Soldiers, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books series by Alan Furst that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1988
2

Dark Star

Dark Star is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Alan Furst have come to expect.

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1991
3

The Polish Officer

The Polish Officer continues the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books story arc with Alan Furst's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
4

The World at Night

The World at Night continues the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books story arc with Alan Furst's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
5

Red Gold

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books with Red Gold, another outstanding contribution from Alan Furst.

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1999
6

Kingdom of Shadows

Epic adventure awaits in Kingdom of Shadows, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Alan Furst has built.

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2000
7

Blood of Victory

A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood of Victory as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books series showcases Alan Furst's mastery of suspense.

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2002
8

Dark Voyage

Dark Voyage continues the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books story arc with Alan Furst's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
9

The Foreign Correspondent

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books with The Foreign Correspondent, another outstanding contribution from Alan Furst.

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2006
10

The Spies of Warsaw

Conflict and courage define The Spies of Warsaw, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books series by Alan Furst that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2008
11

Spies of the Balkans

Spies of the Balkans continues the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books story arc with Alan Furst's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
12

Mission to Paris

Mission to Paris is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Alan Furst have come to expect.

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2012
13

Midnight in Europe

Midnight in Europe is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Alan Furst have come to expect.

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2014
14

A Hero of France

A Hero of France continues the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books story arc with Alan Furst's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2016
15

Under Occupation

Under Occupation continues the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books story arc with Alan Furst's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
Publication Order of Roger Levin Books
3 books 1976–1981
1

Your Day in the Barrel

Your Day in the Barrel continues the Publication Order of Roger Levin Books story arc with Alan Furst's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1976
2

The Paris Drop

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Roger Levin Books with The Paris Drop, another outstanding contribution from Alan Furst.

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1980
3

The Caribbean Account

The Caribbean Account continues the Publication Order of Roger Levin Books story arc with Alan Furst's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1981
Publication Order of T.J & Blake Books
2 books 2014–2019
1

The Big Tip

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of T.J & Blake Books with The Big Tip, another outstanding contribution from Alan Furst.

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2014
2

Kofi's Plot

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of T.J & Blake Books with Kofi's Plot, another outstanding contribution from Alan Furst.

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2019
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
1 books 1984–1984
1

Shadow Trade

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Shadow Trade, another outstanding contribution from Alan Furst.

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1984
Publication Order of Childrens Books
1 books 2014–2014
1

Give Peas a Chance

Give Peas a Chance is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Childrens Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Alan Furst have come to expect.

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2014
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books 2003–2003
1

The Book of Spies: An Anthology of Literary Espionage

The Book of Spies: An Anthology of Literary Espionage is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Alan Furst have come to expect.

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2003

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Alan Furst?

Alan Furst is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 23 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books, Publication Order of Roger Levin Books, Publication Order of T.J & Blake Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Alan Furst series to start with?

For readers new to Alan Furst's work, the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 15 books. Begin with Night Soldiers to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Alan Furst written?

Alan Furst has written over 23 books across 6 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Alan Furst books in order?

Yes, reading Alan Furst's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Alan Furst write in?

Alan Furst writes primarily in fiction. With 6 series across 23 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Alan Furst's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Alan Furst's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Alan Furst's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Alan Furst's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Night Soldiers Books series. The first book, Night Soldiers, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.