Runic script Books in Order

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The Runic script series, authored by Jeffery Deaver and published between 1988 and 1990, follows Rune, a young woman in Manhattan who becomes involved in real-life mysteries inspired by films. Each book centers on Rune's investigation into a crime that mirrors the plot of a movie she is familiar with, blending her personal interests with the dangers of the city. The series explores themes of truth, perception, and the blurred lines between fiction and reality.

Runic script was originally written in Old Norse.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Manhattan is my beat

    Manhattan is my beat

    1988 · Jeffery Deaver

    Rune, a twenty-year-old with a sharp wit and a love for old movies, lives in a squatter's loft in Manhattan and works at a video store. She often…

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  2. Cover of Death of a blue movie star

    Death of a blue movie star

    1990 · Jeffery Deaver

    Rune is a twenty-one-year-old aspiring filmmaker working as a production assistant in Manhattan. She sees an opportunity when she witnesses the…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Runic script books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Manhattan is my beat”. Start with “Manhattan is my beat.”

How many books are in the Runic script series?

We list 2 books by Jeffery Deaver , published between 1988–1990.

Where can I buy the Runic script 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.