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The Executioner Series in Order

The Executioner series can be read in any order, though starting with War Against the Mafia provides the clearest introduction to the setting and recurring characters. Mack Bolan, a highly skilled former soldier, wages a relentless one-man war against organized crime, terrorists, and global threats using his elite combat expertise.

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The Executioner Books in Order

465 books total 200 main + 265 companion books
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Title
Date
Rating
2
Sep 1969
3
Apr 1970
4
Oct 1970
9
Nov 1971
10
Feb 1972
11
Apr 1972
12
Jul 1972
14
Nov 1972
15
Mar 1973
17
Jan 1974
18
Mar 1974
21
Jan 1975
24
Dec 1975
26
Jun 1976
27
Dec 1976
28
Mar 1977
29
Jun 1977
31
Dec 1977
32
Apr 1978
33
Oct 1978
34
Jan 1979
36
Aug 1979
37
Nov 1979
38
Mar 1980
39
Apr 1981
40
Jan 1982
41
Feb 1982
42
Apr 1982
44
Aug 1982
46
Oct 1982
47
Nov 1982
48
Dec 1982
52
Apr 1983
54
Jun 1983
56
Aug 1983
57
Sep 1983
59
Nov 1983
61
Jan 1984
62
Feb 1984
63
Mar 1984
64
Apr 1984
65
May 1984
66
Jun 1984
67
Jul 1984
68
Aug 1984
69
Sep 1984
70
Oct 1984
71
Nov 1984
72
Dec 1984
75
Mar 1985
76
Apr 1985
77
May 1985
78
Jun 1985
79
Jul 1985
80
Aug 1985
81
Sep 1985
82
Oct 1985
84
Dec 1985
85
Jan 1986
86
Feb 1986
87
Mar 1986
90
Jun 1986
91
Jul 1986
92
Aug 1986
93
Aug 1986
96
Nov 1986
97
Dec 1986
98
Jan 1987
99
Feb 1987
100
Apr 1987
101
May 1987
102
Jun 1987
103
Jul 1987
104
Aug 1987
106
Oct 1987
108
Nov 1987
110
Feb 1988
111
Mar 1988
112
Apr 1988
113
May 1988
114
Jun 1988
115
Jul 1988
116
Jul 1988
118
Oct 1988
119
Oct 1988
120
Nov 1988
121
Jan 1989
122
Feb 1989
123
Mar 1989
124
Mar 1989
125
Apr 1989
126
Jun 1989
127
Jul 1989
128
Aug 1989
129
Aug 1989
130
Sep 1989
131
Oct 1989
132
Nov 1989
133
Jan 1990
134
Jan 1990
135
Mar 1990
136
Apr 1990
137
Apr 1990
138
May 1990
139
Jun 1990
140
Jul 1990
141
Sep 1990
142
Oct 1990
143
Nov 1990
144
Nov 1990
145
Jan 1991
146
Feb 1991
147
Mar 1991
148
Apr 1991
149
Apr 1991
150
May 1991
152
Aug 1991
153
Sep 1991
154
Oct 1991
155
Oct 1991
156
Nov 1991
157
Dec 1991
158
Jan 1992
159
Feb 1992
160
Mar 1992
161
Apr 1992
162
Jun 1992
163
Jun 1992
164
Jul 1992
165
Aug 1992
166
Sep 1992
167
Nov 1992
168
Dec 1992
169
Jan 1993
170
Feb 1993
171
Mar 1993
172
Apr 1993
173
Apr 1993
174
May 1993
175
Jun 1993
176
Jul 1993
177
Aug 1993
178
Oct 1993
179
Nov 1993
180
Dec 1993
181
Jan 1994
182
Jan 1994
183
Feb 1994
184
Mar 1994
185
Apr 1994
186
May 1994
187
Jun 1994
188
Jul 1994
189
Aug 1994
190
Oct 1994
191
Nov 1994
192
Nov 1994
193
Dec 1994
194
Jan 1995
195
Feb 1995
196
Mar 1995
197
Apr 1995
198
May 1995
199
Jun 1995
200
Aug 1995

How to Read The Executioner series

🟡 Mostly Standalone · Start Anywhere

Mostly standalone stories with recurring characters in a shared setting.

The Executioner series does not need to be read in order. Each book tells a complete story with its own resolution. Continuity is limited to recurring characters and the shared world of Bolan’s ongoing war. Reading the books out of order does not cause confusion, as there are no overarching plots or cliffhangers connecting the volumes.

About The Executioner series

Series Premise

The Executioner series follows Mack Bolan as he conducts high-intensity solo missions against powerful enemies. Each book features a new target and mission, blending intense action with Bolan’s personal code of justice.

Main Characters

Mack Bolan is the central protagonist, a lone warrior known as the Executioner. Supporting characters include occasional allies from his past military days or government contacts, with new characters introduced in each mission.

Setting

The series spans locations around the globe, from American cities and Mafia strongholds to international hotspots where Bolan carries out his operations.

Tone & Themes

The tone is gritty, fast-paced, and action-driven. Core themes include justice, vengeance, military honor, and one man’s fight against corruption and evil.

Is This Series Worth Reading?

This series appeals to readers who enjoy classic men’s adventure stories, high-octane action, lone-hero vigilante plots, and military-style thrillers.

Content Warnings and Heat Level

This is an action thriller series with high violence, combat descriptions, and occasional strong language. Sexual content is generally mild.

The Executioner series follows Mack Bolan as he delivers justice to criminals and terrorists worldwide. With its self-contained missions and consistent protagonist, it allows flexible reading. Don Pendleton’s creation of a relentless one-man army defines this long-running action series.

FAQ

How many books are in The Executioner series?

465 books total: 200 main + 265 companion books

When will the next book in the series be released?

No new book is currently scheduled. The latest book, Blood Vortex, was published in December 2020.

When was the most recent book released?

Blood Vortex was published in December 2020.

What was the first book in the series?

The first book in the series is War Against the Mafia, published in March 1969.

What genre is The Executioner series?

The series primarily falls into the Action Adventure genre.

Do you need to read The Executioner series in order?

No, the books do not need to be read in order. Each story stands on its own, but recurring characters and the shared setting connect the series.

What is The Executioner series about?

The Executioner series follows Mack Bolan as he conducts high-intensity solo missions against powerful enemies. Each book features a new target and mission, blending intense action with Bolan’s personal code of justice.

Is The Executioner series finished?

The series does not currently have a new book scheduled.