Special X Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Special X books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Headhunter
Buy on Amazon1984
Ghoul
Buy on Amazon1987
Cutthroat
Buy on Amazon1992
Ripper
Buy on Amazon1994
Zombie / Evil Eye
Buy on Amazon1996
Shrink / Primal Scream
Buy on Amazon1998
Burnt Bones
Buy on Amazon1999
Hangman
Buy on Amazon2000
Death's Door
Buy on Amazon2002
Bed of Nails
Buy on Amazon2003
Swastika
Buy on Amazon2005
Kamikaze
Buy on Amazon2006
Crucified
Buy on Amazon2008
Red Snow
Buy on Amazon2010
Headhunter Reimagined
Buy on Amazon2018
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Special X series is publication order: 1. Headhunter (1984), 2. Ghoul (1987), 3. Cutthroat (1992), 4. Ripper (1994), 5. Zombie / Evil Eye (1996), and 10 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Special X series by Michael Slade contains 15 books. The series began in 1984 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Special X series is written by Michael Slade. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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