The Complete Harry Hole Reading Order
Looking for the complete Harry Hole reading order? This mystery series by Jo Nesbø spans 13 books. Below is every Harry Hole book in order, with publication year and buy links.
Oslo detective Harry Hole battles serial killers and his own demons in this dark Scandinavian crime series.
Books in Reading Order
| # | Title | Year | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Bat | 1997 | View on Amazon |
| 2 | Cockroaches | 1998 | View on Amazon |
| 3 | The Redbreast | 2000 | View on Amazon |
| 4 | Nemesis | 2002 | View on Amazon |
| 5 | The Devil's Star | 2003 | View on Amazon |
| 6 | The Redeemer | 2005 | View on Amazon |
| 7 | The Snowman | 2007 | View on Amazon |
| 8 | The Leopard | 2009 | View on Amazon |
| 9 | Phantom | 2011 | View on Amazon |
| 10 | Police | 2013 | View on Amazon |
| 11 | The Thirst | 2017 | View on Amazon |
| 12 | Knife | 2019 | View on Amazon |
| 13 | Killing Moon | 2023 | View on Amazon |
Harry Hole — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the first book in the Harry Hole series?
The first book in the Harry Hole series is The Bat (1997). Start there — the series is best read in publication order.
How many books are in the Harry Hole series?
There are 13 books in the Harry Hole series by Jo Nesbø. The most recent is Killing Moon (2023).
What order should I read the Harry Hole books in?
Read the Harry Hole books in publication order, beginning with The Bat and ending with Killing Moon. The full numbered reading order is listed above.