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ⓘ About Rick Jones
Rick Jones is a bestselling American author of science fiction, thriller, and horror books best known for his Vatican Knights series which was optioned for adaptation into a television series through Amber Entertainment with Ileen Maisel as the producer. He was born and spent his childhood in Boston area before moving to Las Vegas in the early 1980s where he enrolled for a degree in English at the University of Nevada. He later joined law enforcement and retired to concentrate on full-time writing. Jones is also the author of the bestselling action/adventure series The Menagerie, The Crypts of Eden, The Sacred Vault, The City Beneath the Sea and The Thrones of Eden and also psychological thriller Familiar Stranger. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, Rick Jones 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 Rick Jones
The Vatican Knights
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with The Vatican Knights, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
Shepherd One
Shepherd One continues the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Iscariot Agenda
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with The Iscariot Agenda, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
Pandora's Ark
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with Pandora's Ark, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
The Bridge of Bones
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with The Bridge of Bones, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
Crosses to Bear
Crosses to Bear is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
The Lost Cathedral
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with The Lost Cathedral, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
Dark Advent
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with Dark Advent, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
Cabal
Cabal is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
The Golgotha Pursuit
The Golgotha Pursuit is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
Targeted Killing
A gripping mystery unfolds in Targeted Killing as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series showcases Rick Jones's mastery of suspense.
Sinners and Saints
Sinners and Saints is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
The Barbed Crown
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with The Barbed Crown, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
The Devil's Magician
Magic takes center stage in The Devil's Magician, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Rick Jones.
The Nocturnal Saints
The Nocturnal Saints continues the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Brimstone Diaries
The Brimstone Diaries is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
Juggernaut
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with Juggernaut, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
Original Sins
Original Sins is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
In Between God and Devil
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with In Between God and Devil, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
The Sinai Directive
The Sinai Directive continues the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Barabbas Connection
The Barabbas Connection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
The Eye of Moses
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with The Eye of Moses, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
The Crimson Dagger
The Crimson Dagger continues the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Goliath Chamber
The Goliath Chamber is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
The Vladorian Keep
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with The Vladorian Keep, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
The Baal Manifesto
The Baal Manifesto is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
Archangel
Archangel continues the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Venetian Code
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with The Venetian Code, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
The Necrology Report
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with The Necrology Report, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
The Herod Conspiracy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books with The Herod Conspiracy, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
The Devil's Protege
The Devil's Protege continues the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Black Monk
The Black Monk is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
The Paris Deception
The Paris Deception continues the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Magdalene Scrolls
The Magdalene Scrolls is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
Knightfall
Knightfall continues the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
First Strike
First Strike is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Centurion Group Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
Killing Digital Hominids
A gripping mystery unfolds in Killing Digital Hominids as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Digital Hominid Cycle Books series showcases Rick Jones's mastery of suspense.
The Crypts of Eden
The Crypts of Eden continues the Publication Order of Eden Saga Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Menagerie
The Menagerie continues the Publication Order of Eden Saga Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Thrones of Eden
Epic adventure awaits in The Thrones of Eden, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Eden Saga Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Rick Jones has built.
The Sons of Perdition
The Sons of Perdition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Genteel Man Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
Operation Night Blade
Operation Night Blade is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Genteel Man Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
The Proteus Factor
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Genteel Man Books with The Proteus Factor, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
Night of the Hunter
Night of the Hunter continues the Publication Order of The Hunter Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Black Key
The Black Key continues the Publication Order of The Hunter Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Theater of Operation
Theater of Operation continues the Publication Order of The Hunter Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Nomad's Fury
Nomad's Fury is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Kimball Hayden's Nowhere Man Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
The Midnight Auction
The Midnight Auction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Kimball Hayden's Nowhere Man Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Rick Jones have come to expect.
City Beneath the Sea
City Beneath the Sea continues the Publication Order of The Quest for Atlantis Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Sacred Vault
The Sacred Vault continues the Publication Order of The Quest for Atlantis Books story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
City Within the Clouds
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Quest for Atlantis Books with City Within the Clouds, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
City Beneath the Ice
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Quest for Atlantis Books with City Beneath the Ice, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
The Man Who Cast Two Shadows
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Man Who Cast Two Shadows, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
Mausoleum 2069
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Mausoleum 2069, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
The Valley
The Valley continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Rick Jones's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hospice
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Hospice, another outstanding contribution from Rick Jones.
Aphrodite's Heart
Aphrodite's Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Rick Jones.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Rick Jones?
Rick Jones is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 57 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books, Publication Order of The Centurion Group Books, Publication Order of Digital Hominid Cycle Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Rick Jones series to start with?
For readers new to Rick Jones's work, the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 35 books. Begin with The Vatican Knights to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Rick Jones written?
Rick Jones has written over 57 books across 9 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Rick Jones books in order?
Yes, reading Rick Jones'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 Rick Jones write in?
Rick Jones writes primarily in fiction. With 9 series across 57 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Rick Jones's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Rick Jones'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 Rick Jones's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Rick Jones's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Vatican Knights Books series. The first book, The Vatican Knights, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.