Virgil Flowers Books in Order
Virgil Flowers is a fictional character created by author John Sandford, appearing in a series of crime novels. Known for his unorthodox methods and dry wit, Virgil is a Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension agent who tackles a variety of cases, from missing persons to murder.
If you're a fan of the series or want to dive into the world of Virgil Flowers, here's the reading order to enjoy the books in the right sequence:
Virgil Flowers Series Reading Order:
- Rules of Prey (2004): This is the debut novel in the Virgil Flowers series. It introduces us to Virgil, his personality, and his methods as he investigates a case involving a missing woman.
- Silent Prey (2005): Virgil faces another complex case involving a missing woman and a stalker. This book delves deeper into Virgil's past and his relationship with his father.
- Eyes of Prey (2007): In this book, Virgil is called in to investigate the murder of a young woman, a case intertwined with the disappearance of another woman years earlier.
- Broken Prey (2009): This novel features a brutal murder, forcing Virgil to confront the darker side of human nature.
- Winter Prey (2011): Set in the harsh Minnesota winter, this book involves the disappearance of a young boy and the investigation that leads Virgil down a dangerous path.
- Phantom Prey (2013): This book tackles a case of multiple murders and explores the complexities of a family's secrets.
- The Fool's Run (2015): Virgil is caught in the middle of a high-stakes game of poker, leading him to investigate a conspiracy that threatens to unravel the lives of those involved.
- Field of Prey (2017): This installment features a case involving a missing girl and a sinister conspiracy that stretches across state lines.
- Gathering Prey (2019): Virgil confronts a chilling mystery involving a series of murders that connect to a sinister past.
- The Night Crew (2021): This book follows Virgil as he investigates a series of murders in a remote town, where the locals are hiding a dark secret.
- Dead Run (2023): Virgil is tasked with finding a missing woman, but the investigation leads him down a dangerous path with a surprising twist.
Bonus: While not a Virgil Flowers novel, "The Investigator" by John Sandford is a stand-alone thriller that features the character of Lucas Davenport, a Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension agent who often collaborates with Virgil Flowers. You can read this book after any of the Virgil Flowers novels.
This reading order allows you to experience the evolution of Virgil Flowers and his complex cases. Enjoy the journey!
