About

Matthew Reilly

Matthew Reilly is an Australian author of thriller novels. Born in Sydney in 1974, he began writing short stories as a child and published his first novel, "Contest," at the age of 23. Reilly's books have sold millions of copies worldwide and have been translated into multiple languages. Notable works include: * "Ice Station" (1998) * "Temple" (1999) * "Area 7" (2001) * "Scarecrow" (2003) * "Hell Island" (2005) Reilly has won numerous awards, including Australia's Ned Kelly Award for Best Crime Novel twice. His books are known for their fast-paced action, high-stakes adventures, and detailed descriptions of military hardware and technology. They have received critical acclaim for their gripping plots and cinematic style. Reilly continues to write and release popular and successful thriller novels, solidifying his position as a leading author in the genre.

Book Series by Matthew Reilly

Shane Schofield Series

Ice Station

1998

Area 7

2001

Scarecrow

2003

Hell Island

2005

Scarecrow Returns / Scarecrow and the Army of Thieves

2011

Jack West Jr. Series

Seven Deadly Wonders / Ancient Wonders

2005

The Six Sacred Stones

2007

The Five Greatest Warriors

2009

Jack West Jr. and the Hero's Helmet (Short Story)

2016

The Four Legendary Kingdoms

2016

The Three Secret Cities

2018

Jack West Jr. and the Chinese Splashdown (Short Story)

2020

The Two Lost Mountains

2020

The One Impossible Labyrinth

2021

Hover Car Racer Series

Hover Car Racer (Compilation of below books)

2004

Crash Course

2005

Full Throttle

2006

Photo Finish

2007

Tournament Series

The Tournament

2013

Roger Ascham And The King's Lost Girl

2013

Roger Ascham and the Dead Queen's Command (Short Story)

2020

Troll Mountain Series

Episode I (Short Story)

2013

Episode II (Short Story)

2014

Episode III (Short Story)

2014

Troll Mountain

2014

Matthew Reilly Other Novels

Contest

1996

Temple

1999

The Great Zoo of China

2014

The Secret Runners of New York / The Secret Runners

2019

Cobalt Blue

2022

Mr Einstein's Secretary

2023

Matthew Reilly Short Stories/Novellas

Rewind (Short Story)

1999

The Mine (Short Story)

2000

Altitude Rush (Short Story)

2001

A Bad Day at Fort Bragg (Short Story)

2001

The Rock Princess and the Thriller Writer (Short Story)

2002

Time Tours (Short Story)

2005

The Dead Prince (Short Story)

2007

Complex 13 (Short Story)

2007

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