📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Burke Books Best for beginners - Start with "Flood" (1985)
Publication Order of Cross Books Popular choice - Start with "Blackjack" (2012)
Publication Order of Aftershock Books Popular choice - Start with "Aftershock" (2013)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "Shella" (1993)

About the Author

Born in America on October 19, 1942, Andrew Henry Vachss is an author of the crime fiction genre. He is an attorney and consultant of child protection and represents youths and children. The political organization PROTECT was founded by him and he serves as a national advisory board member in this organization. He is a native citizen of New York city. Vachss had many notable roles in the protection of child before becoming a lawyer. He was a social services caseworker of New York City and served in sexually transmitted disease as a federal investigator. Just before the fall of Biafra, he entered the war zone and worked in this country. The Nigerian government banned the Red Cross airlifts and blocked the seaports. Hence, his work was to find a way, or route to supply the medical supplies a. Andrew Vachss is the author of over 49 books across 10 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Burke Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Andrew Vachss has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Burke Books

18 books
  • Flood Join the adventure in 'Flood' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Burke Books series by Andrew Vachss.
    (1985) ⭐ Start here
  • Strega The Publication Order of Burke Books series continues with 'Strega', another thrilling entry from Andrew Vachss.
    (1987) ⭐ Start here
  • Blue Belle Experience the magic of 'Blue Belle' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Burke Books universe.
    (1988) ⭐ Start here
  • Hard Candy In 'Hard Candy', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Burke Books saga.
    (1989) ⭐ Start here
  • Blossom Experience the magic of 'Blossom' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Burke Books universe.
    (1990) ⭐ Start here
  • Sacrifice The Publication Order of Burke Books series continues with 'Sacrifice', another thrilling entry from Andrew Vachss.
    (1991) ⭐ Start here
  • Down in the Zero Join the adventure in 'Down in the Zero' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Burke Books series by Andrew Vachss.
    (1994) ⭐ Start here
  • Footsteps of the Hawk The Publication Order of Burke Books series continues with 'Footsteps of the Hawk', another thrilling entry from Andrew Vachss.
    (1995) ⭐ Start here
  • False Allegations Join the adventure in 'False Allegations' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Burke Books series by Andrew Vachss.
    (1996) ⭐ Start here
  • Safe House 'Safe House' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Burke Books series, set in the world Andrew Vachss has created.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • Choice of Evil Experience the magic of 'Choice of Evil' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Burke Books universe.
    (1999) ⭐ Start here
  • Dead and Gone In 'Dead and Gone', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Burke Books series by Andrew Vachss.
    (2000) ⭐ Start here
  • Pain Management Join the adventure in 'Pain Management' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Burke Books series by Andrew Vachss.
    (2001) ⭐ Start here
  • Only Child Join the adventure in 'Only Child' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Burke Books series by Andrew Vachss.
    (2002) ⭐ Start here
  • Down Here In 'Down Here', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Burke Books saga.
    (2004) ⭐ Start here
  • Mask Market Experience the magic of 'Mask Market' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Burke Books universe.
    (2006) ⭐ Start here
  • Terminal In 'Terminal', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Burke Books saga.
    (2007) ⭐ Start here
  • Another Life In 'Another Life', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Burke Books saga.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Cross Books

3 books
  • Blackjack In 'Blackjack', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Cross Books saga.
    (2012)
  • Urban Renewal Experience the magic of 'Urban Renewal' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Cross Books universe.
    (2014)
  • Drawing Dead In 'Drawing Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Cross Books series by Andrew Vachss.
    (2016)

Publication Order of Aftershock Books

3 books
  • Aftershock In 'Aftershock', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Aftershock Books saga.
    (2013)
  • Shockwave Experience the magic of 'Shockwave' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Aftershock Books universe.
    (2014)
  • Signwave The Publication Order of Aftershock Books series continues with 'Signwave', another thrilling entry from Andrew Vachss.
    (2015)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

11 books
  • Shella Join the adventure in 'Shella' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Andrew Vachss.
    (1993)
  • The Getaway Man Experience the magic of 'The Getaway Man' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2003)
  • Two Trains Running 'Two Trains Running' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Andrew Vachss has created.
    (2005)
  • Haiku 'Haiku' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Andrew Vachss has created.
    (2009)
  • Heart Transplant 'Heart Transplant' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Andrew Vachss.
    (2010)
  • The Weight 'The Weight' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Andrew Vachss has created.
    (2010)
  • That's How I Roll 'That's How I Roll' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Andrew Vachss has created.
    (2012)
  • A Bomb Built in Hell 'A Bomb Built in Hell' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Andrew Vachss has created.
    (2012)
  • Mortal Lock In 'Mortal Lock', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2013)
  • Carbon Experience the magic of 'Carbon' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2019)
  • Blood Line Join the adventure in 'Blood Line' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Andrew Vachss.
    (2022)

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

3 books
  • Born Bad The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Born Bad', another thrilling entry from Andrew Vachss.
    (1986)
  • Another Chance to Get It Right 'Another Chance to Get It Right' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Andrew Vachss has created.
    (1993)
  • Everybody Pays The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Everybody Pays', another thrilling entry from Andrew Vachss.
    (1999)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

1 books
  • The Questioner In 'The Questioner', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2018)

Publication Order of Graphic Novels

3 books
  • Hard Looks: Adapted Stories Experience the magic of 'Hard Looks: Adapted Stories' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Graphic Novels universe.
    (1994)
  • The Shaolin Cowboy Adventure Magazine 'The Shaolin Cowboy Adventure Magazine' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Graphic Novels series, set in the world Andrew Vachss has created.
    (2012)
  • Vachss: Underground Join the adventure in 'Vachss: Underground' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Graphic Novels series by Andrew Vachss.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

1 books
  • The Life Style Violent Juvenile Join the adventure in 'The Life Style Violent Juvenile' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Andrew Vachss.
    (1979)

Publication Order of L.A. Noire: The Collected Stories Books

1 books
  • L.A. Noire: The Collected Stories 'L.A. Noire: The Collected Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of L.A. Noire: The Collected Stories Books series, set in the world Andrew Vachss has created.
    (2010)

Publication Order of Anthologies

5 books
  • Cold Blood The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Cold Blood', another thrilling entry from Andrew Vachss.
    (1991)
  • Dark at Heart 'Dark at Heart' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Andrew Vachss.
    (1992)
  • Erbarmungslose Stiere Join the adventure in 'Erbarmungslose Stiere' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Andrew Vachss.
    (2000)
  • L.A. Noire: The Collected Stories 'L.A. Noire: The Collected Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Andrew Vachss has created.
    (2010)
  • Protectors: Stories to Benefit PROTECT Experience the magic of 'Protectors: Stories to Benefit PROTECT' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2012)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Andrew Vachss?

Andrew Vachss is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 49 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Burke Books, Publication Order of Cross Books, Publication Order of Aftershock Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Andrew Vachss book series to start with?

For readers new to Andrew Vachss's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Burke Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 18 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Andrew Vachss's writing.

Q: How many books has Andrew Vachss written?

Andrew Vachss has written over 49 books across 10 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.