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Eric Van Lustbader

Bestselling Author • 12 Series • 59 Books

12
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59
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Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books
Start with: The Bourne Legacy (2003)
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Publication Order of Sunset Warrior Cycle Books
Start with: The Sunset Warrior (1977)
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Publication Order of Nicholas Linnear/Ninja Cycle Books
Start with: The Ninja (1980)

About Eric Van Lustbader

A man who has had many career paths such as elementary education and music production, Eric Van Lustbader’s real passion always lied with writing. Born and raised in the Lower West Side of Manhattan, Van Lustbader develop an interest in art and writing from a very young age. As a kid, Van Lustbader lived downstairs from legendary actress Lauren Bacall. In addition to this, he was also friends with brothers Keith and David Carraddine, who also turned out to be successful actors themselves. The three of them would build orange create racers in Washington Square Park. He attended the City and Country School for his early education, a place which he had very fond memories of. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books series, Eric Van Lustbader 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 Eric Van Lustbader

Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books
11 books 2003–2017
1

The Bourne Legacy

The Bourne Legacy continues the Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
2

The Bourne Betrayal

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books with The Bourne Betrayal, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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2007
3

The Bourne Sanction

The Bourne Sanction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2008
4

The Bourne Deception

The Bourne Deception is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2009
5

The Bourne Objective

The Bourne Objective is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2010
6

The Bourne Dominion

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books with The Bourne Dominion, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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2011
7

The Bourne Imperative

The Bourne Imperative is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2012
8

The Bourne Retribution

The Bourne Retribution is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2013
9

The Bourne Ascendancy

The Bourne Ascendancy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2014
10

The Bourne Enigma

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books with The Bourne Enigma, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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2016
11

The Bourne Initiative

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books with The Bourne Initiative, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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2017
Publication Order of Sunset Warrior Cycle Books
5 books 1977–1997
1

The Sunset Warrior

Conflict and courage define The Sunset Warrior, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Sunset Warrior Cycle Books series by Eric Van Lustbader that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1977
2

Shallows of Night

Shallows of Night is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunset Warrior Cycle Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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1978
3

Dai-San

Dai-San is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunset Warrior Cycle Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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1978
4

Beneath an Opal Moon

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sunset Warrior Cycle Books with Beneath an Opal Moon, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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1980
5

Dragons on the Sea of Night

Epic adventure awaits in Dragons on the Sea of Night, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Sunset Warrior Cycle Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Eric Van Lustbader has built.

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1997
Publication Order of Nicholas Linnear/Ninja Cycle Books
8 books 1980–2016
1

The Ninja

The Ninja is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nicholas Linnear/Ninja Cycle Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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1980
2

The Miko

The Miko is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nicholas Linnear/Ninja Cycle Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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1984
3

White Ninja

White Ninja is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nicholas Linnear/Ninja Cycle Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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1990
4

The Kaisho

The Kaisho is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nicholas Linnear/Ninja Cycle Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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1993
5

Floating City

Floating City continues the Publication Order of Nicholas Linnear/Ninja Cycle Books story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1994
6

Second Skin

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Nicholas Linnear/Ninja Cycle Books with Second Skin, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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1995
7

The Death and Life of Nicholas Linnear

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Death and Life of Nicholas Linnear as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Nicholas Linnear/Ninja Cycle Books series showcases Eric Van Lustbader's mastery of suspense.

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2014
8

The Oligarch's Daughter

The Oligarch's Daughter is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nicholas Linnear/Ninja Cycle Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2016
Publication Order of China Maroc Books
2 books 1985–1986
1

Jian

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of China Maroc Books with Jian, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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1985
2

Shan

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of China Maroc Books with Shan, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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1986
Publication Order of Pearl Saga Books
3 books 2001–2003
1

The Ring of Five Dragons

Epic adventure awaits in The Ring of Five Dragons, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Pearl Saga Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Eric Van Lustbader has built.

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2001
2

The Veil of a Thousand Tears

The Veil of a Thousand Tears is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Pearl Saga Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2002
3

Mistress of the Pearl

Mistress of the Pearl is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Pearl Saga Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2003
Publication Order of Jack McClure/Alli Carson Books
5 books 2008–2013
1

First Daughter

First Daughter is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jack McClure/Alli Carson Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2008
2

Last Snow

Last Snow continues the Publication Order of Jack McClure/Alli Carson Books story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
3

Blood Trust

A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Trust as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Jack McClure/Alli Carson Books series showcases Eric Van Lustbader's mastery of suspense.

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2011
4

Father Night

Father Night continues the Publication Order of Jack McClure/Alli Carson Books story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
5

Beloved Enemy

Beloved Enemy explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Jack McClure/Alli Carson Books series by Eric Van Lustbader.

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2013
Publication Order of Bravo Shaw Books
4 books 2006–2019
1

The Testament

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bravo Shaw Books with The Testament, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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2006
2

The Fallen

The Fallen continues the Publication Order of Bravo Shaw Books story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
3

Four Dominions

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bravo Shaw Books with Four Dominions, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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2018
4

The Sum of All Shadows

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bravo Shaw Books with The Sum of All Shadows, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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2019
Publication Order of Evan Ryder Books
5 books 2020–2025
1

The Nemesis Manifesto

The Nemesis Manifesto continues the Publication Order of Evan Ryder Books story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2020
2

The Kobalt Dossier

The Kobalt Dossier continues the Publication Order of Evan Ryder Books story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2021
3

Omega Rules

Omega Rules is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Evan Ryder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2022
4

The Quantum Solution

The Quantum Solution is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Evan Ryder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2023
5

White Wolf

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Evan Ryder Books with White Wolf, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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2025
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
10 books 1981–2016
1

Sirens

Sirens is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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1981
2

Black Heart

Black Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Eric Van Lustbader.

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1983
3

Zero

Zero is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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1988
4

French Kiss

French Kiss explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Eric Van Lustbader.

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1988
5

Angel Eyes

Angel Eyes continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1991
6

Black Blade

Black Blade continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
7

Dark Homecoming

Dark Homecoming continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
8

Pale Saint

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Pale Saint, another outstanding contribution from Eric Van Lustbader.

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1999
9

Art Kills

A gripping mystery unfolds in Art Kills as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Eric Van Lustbader's mastery of suspense.

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1999
10

Any Minute Now

Any Minute Now is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2016
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
1 books 2017–2017
1

The Other Side of the Mirror

The Other Side of the Mirror continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
Publication Order of Batman: Vampire Books
1 books 2007–2007
1

Batman Vampire

Batman Vampire is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Batman: Vampire Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2007
Publication Order of Anthologies
4 books 1980–2017
1

The Berkley Showcase: Vol. 2

The Berkley Showcase: Vol. 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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1980
2

Raymond Chandler's Philip Marlowe

Raymond Chandler's Philip Marlowe continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
3

Suspense Magazine June 2014

Suspense Magazine June 2014 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Eric Van Lustbader's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
4

MatchUp

MatchUp is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Van Lustbader have come to expect.

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2017

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Eric Van Lustbader?

Eric Van Lustbader is a bestselling author known for 12 book series containing over 59 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books, Publication Order of Sunset Warrior Cycle Books, Publication Order of Nicholas Linnear/Ninja Cycle Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Eric Van Lustbader series to start with?

For readers new to Eric Van Lustbader's work, the Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 11 books. Begin with The Bourne Legacy to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Eric Van Lustbader written?

Eric Van Lustbader has written over 59 books across 12 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Eric Van Lustbader books in order?

Yes, reading Eric Van Lustbader'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 Eric Van Lustbader write in?

Eric Van Lustbader writes primarily in fiction. With 12 series across 59 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Eric Van Lustbader's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Eric Van Lustbader'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 Eric Van Lustbader's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Eric Van Lustbader's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Jason Bourne Books series. The first book, The Bourne Legacy, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.