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First Wave Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of First Wave 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 First Wave series? Start with "The Derelict" (2025) and follow publication order through all 9 books.
The complete First Wave reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
The Derelict
2025
Space Raiders
2025
Powerless
2025
Command Control
2025
On The Run
2025
Defense Force
2025
Infected
2025
Corrupted
2025
Aliens
2025
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