Final Friends Books in Order

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The Final Friends series follows Michael Olson as he investigates the deaths of his friends, each occurring under mysterious circumstances. Set in a high school environment, the stories explore themes of loyalty, grief, and the struggle to uncover the truth behind seemingly unexplained deaths. The recurring focus is on Michael's determination to uncover the truth, even as he faces personal challenges and the lingering fear that a killer remains at large.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of The Party

    The Party

    1988 · Christopher Pike

    Several high school students transferred to a new school after their old one closes invite classmates, both new and old, to a party. During the…

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  2. Cover of The dance

    The dance

    1988 · Christopher Pike

    Alice McCoy is found dead after a party, an apparent suicide by gunshot, but Michael Olson knows it was no suicide, though he cannot prove how a…

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  3. Cover of The Graduation

    The Graduation

    1989 · Christopher Pike

    On the last day of high school, Michael continues to believe that Alice's death was not a suicide, convinced instead that her murderer remains at…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Final Friends books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “The Party”. Start with “The Party.”

How many books are in the Final Friends series?

We list 3 books by Christopher Pike , published between 1988–1989.

Where can I buy the Final Friends 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.