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Steve Berry

1 series 4 books in order 2 standalone books

Steve Berry (born 1955) is an American author and former attorney based in St. Augustine, Florida. He worked as a trial lawyer for thirty years and held elected office for fourteen. His first works, The Amber Room and The Romanov Prophecy, were published in 2003 and 2004.

Born
1955
Known for
Cotton Malone

Where to start with Steve Berry

Start with The Amber Room, published in 2003, as it is Steve Berry’s first novel and establishes his signature blend of historical intrigue and international adventure. The story centers on a lost treasure from World War II and introduces themes of secret history and global conspiracy that recur throughout his work. After The Amber Room, proceed with The Romanov Prophecy, released in 2004, which continues the pattern of historical mystery and high-stakes exploration. For the Cotton Malone series, begin with The Warsaw Protocol, the first book in the series, published in 2006. Read the Cotton Malone books in publication order to follow the character’s development and the evolving narrative threads across the series.

Series by Steve Berry

Cotton Malone

6 books in order · 2006–2025

  1. The Templar Legacy

    2006 · Steve Berry

    The Templar Legacy is a 2006 book by Steve Berry. It is book 1 of the series Cotton Malone. Catalog genres: Crime Fiction.

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    The Lincoln Myth

    2014 · Steve Berry

    In September 1861, Abraham Lincoln is given a secret passed down through presidents, which he must decide how to use as the Civil War begins. The…

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    The Warsaw Protocol

    2020 · Steven Berry

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    The Kaiser's Web

    2021 · Steve Berry (conflated)

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  5. Atlas Maneuver

    2024 · Steve Berry (conflated)

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  6. Medici Return

    2025 · Steve Berry (conflated)

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Standalone books

  1. Cover of The Charlemagne pursuit
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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Steve Berry written?

We list 4 books by Steve Berry across 1 series, published between 2003–2025 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Steve Berry's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “The Warsaw Protocol.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

Where can I buy Steve Berry's books?

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