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John Milton

by Mark Dawson

26 books Started 2013 Latest 2025
Publication Reading Order

The John Milton is a Military Thriller / Crime Fiction series by Mark Dawson, made up of 26 books published between 2013 and 2025. It begins with The Cleaner (2013), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Second Sin (2025), spanning 12 years of storytelling.

26books
12years active
2decades
~0.5yrs between books
2025latest release
# Title Year Buy
2010s
1 The Cleaner 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Saint Death 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 1,000 Yards 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 The Driver 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Ghosts 2014 Search on Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 The Sword of God 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Tarantula (Short Story) 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Salvation Row 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Headhunters 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 The Ninth Step 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 The Jungle 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Blackout 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 The Alamo 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Redeemer 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 Sleepers 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 Twelve Days 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 Bright Lights 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
18 The Man Who Never Was 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 Killa City 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
20 Ronin 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
21 Never Let Me Down Again 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
22 Bulletproof 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
23 The Sandman 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
24 Uppercut 2023 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
25 Bloodlands 2024 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
26 The Second SinLatest 2025 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

John Milton series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the John Milton series?

Start with The Cleaner (2013), the first book in the John Milton series by Mark Dawson. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the John Milton series?

There are 26 books in the John Milton series by Mark Dawson, published between 2013 and 2025.

What is the first book in the John Milton series?

The first book in the John Milton series is The Cleaner, published in 2013 by Mark Dawson.

What is the latest book in the John Milton series?

The most recent book in the John Milton series is The Second Sin (2025) by Mark Dawson.

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About Mark Dawson

Mark Dawson is a British author known for his thrilling crime and mystery novels. With a background in business and finance, he turned to writing in his spare time and published his first book in 2012. Since then, Dawson has become a bestselling author, with his books translated into over 30 languages. Dawson's most notable works include the "John Milton" series, featuring a special forces agent turned private investigator. The series has received critical acclaim for its fast-paced action, complex characters, and suspenseful plots. Dawson has also authored several standalone novels, such as "The Cleaner" and "The Incident." In addition to commercial success, Dawson has received several awards. He has been named "Thriller of the Month" by both The Times and The Wall Street Journal. His novels have also been shortlisted for the UK Crime Writers' Association's "Dagger" award.

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