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Edward X. Delaney Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Edward X. Delaney books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: March 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Edward X. Delaney series? Start with "The Anderson Tapes" (1970) and follow publication order through all 5 books.
The complete Edward X. Delaney reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
The Anderson Tapes
1970
The First Deadly Sin
1973
The Second Deadly Sin
1977
The Third Deadly Sin
1981
The Fourth Deadly Sin
1985
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