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Johnny Merak Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Johnny Merak books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: April 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Johnny Merak series? Start with "Savage City" (2005) and follow publication order through all 8 books.
The complete Johnny Merak reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
Savage City
2005
A Time for Murder
2007
Death Never Strikes Twice
2007
Death Comes Calling
2009
Murder Is My Shadow
2009
The Wheel Spins Thirteen
2009
Roses for a Lady
2010
Rackets, Inc.
2013
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