Cotton Malone Books in Order

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The Cotton Malone series, written by Steve Berry and published from 2006 to 2014, follows the adventures of Cotton Malone, a former Justice Department agent drawn into historical and political mysteries. Each book involves Malone uncovering secrets tied to American history, often involving presidential legacies and hidden conflicts. The stories span multiple locations and explore themes of power, legacy, and the enduring impact of the past on the present.

Books in this series

Ordered by first publication where known. The official numbering for this series is incomplete in our sources, so we don't show series numbers we can't verify.

  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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  2. Cover of The Lincoln Myth

    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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  3. Cover of The Warsaw Protocol

    The Warsaw Protocol

    2020 · Steven Berry

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  4. Cover of The Kaiser's Web

    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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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Cotton Malone books in?

Read them in publication order — the list above is sorted by first publication where known, starting with “The Templar Legacy”.

How many books are in the Cotton Malone series?

We list 6 books by Steve Berry (conflated) , published between 2006–2025.

Where can I buy the Cotton Malone books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.