Monster Hunter Books in Order
How to Read the Monster Hunter series
Standalone stories, but characters and relationships develop across the series.
Publication order gives the best experience with the Monster Hunter series. Each book has a complete central plot focused on a distinct monster threat or mission. Character relationships and ongoing developments carry across the series. Readers miss important context for Owen’s growth, team dynamics, and the larger supernatural war if they read out of order.
About the Monster Hunter series
Series Premise
The Monster Hunter series follows Owen Pitt and his team as they take on dangerous contracts to eliminate monsters hidden in the modern world. The books combine high-octane action with personal growth and the discovery of ancient evils.
Main Characters
Owen Pitt serves as the central protagonist, a tough and resourceful hunter who rises through the ranks of Monster Hunter International. He is supported by a recurring team of skilled operators and allies who become a found family.
Setting
The series is set in a contemporary world where monsters exist in secret, with action spanning the United States and international locations where supernatural threats emerge.
Tone & Themes
The tone is gritty, humorous, and action-packed with strong military elements. Central themes include courage and loyalty, the cost of fighting evil, found family, and ordinary people rising to extraordinary challenges.
Is This Series Worth Reading?
This series appeals to readers who enjoy monster-hunting action, strong ensemble casts, and stories that blend humor with intense battles and camaraderie.
Content Warnings and Heat Level
Contains intense violence and strong language; suitable for adult readers.
The Monster Hunter series delivers thrilling monster-hunting adventures with continuing character and team arcs. Following publication order allows readers to fully experience Owen’s journey and the escalating threats. The blend of action, humor, and brotherhood creates a compelling urban fantasy series.
FAQ
9 books
No new book is currently scheduled. The latest book, Monster Hunter Bloodlines, was published in August 2021.
Monster Hunter Bloodlines was published in August 2021.
The first book in the series is Monster Hunter International, published in August 2009.
The series primarily falls into the Fantasy genre.
It’s best to read the series in order. Each book has its own story, but ongoing character arcs and relationships develop across the series.
The Monster Hunter series follows Owen Pitt and his team as they take on dangerous contracts to eliminate monsters hidden in the modern world. The books combine high-octane action with personal growth and the discovery of ancient evils.
The series does not currently have a new book scheduled.