Thunder and Lightning Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Thunder and Lightning books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Red Thunder
Buy on Amazon2003
Red Lightning
Buy on Amazon2006
Rolling Thunder
Buy on Amazon2008
Dark Lightning
Buy on Amazon2014
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Thunder and Lightning series is publication order: 1. Red Thunder (2003), 2. Red Lightning (2006), 3. Rolling Thunder (2008), 4. Dark Lightning (2014). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Thunder and Lightning series by John Varley contains 4 books. The series began in 2003 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Thunder and Lightning series is written by John Varley. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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