Pike Logan Books in Order

Last Updated: July 11, 2025

This reading order guide provides the complete list of Pike Logan books in order, from the very first to the latest, so you won’t miss anything!

About the Pike Logan Series

The Pike Logan series by bestselling author Brad Taylor is a high-octane blend of action, suspense, and emotional depth that has captivated readers around the world since its debut in 2011. At the heart of the series is Nephilim “Pike” Logan, a highly skilled yet deeply scarred operative who once served at the top of America’s most elite special operations unit: the Taskforce. This secretive and unofficial team works under the radar of U.S. laws, reporting directly to the National Security Council, and stepping in when no one else can. From the first page, the series throws readers into a world where danger lurks around every corner, and moral choices are rarely black and white.

Pike Logan is not your typical hero. While he’s undoubtedly a warrior—sharp, resourceful, and relentless—he is also a man shaped by devastating personal loss. In One Rough Man, the book that launched the series, Pike’s life takes a tragic turn when his wife and daughter are brutally murdered while he’s away on a mission. This heartbreaking event becomes a defining moment in Pike’s story, setting the tone for the emotional undercurrents that run throughout the series. What follows is not just a man’s journey through danger, but a fight for redemption and purpose in a world that nearly broke him.

After his discharge from the Taskforce due to his emotional instability and increasing alcohol use, Pike hits rock bottom. But fate steps in again when a mysterious young woman named Jennifer Cahill enters his life. After saving him during a violent bar fight, Pike soon finds himself returning the favor. Jennifer, intelligent and strong-willed, is more than just a sidekick—she becomes an essential partner in Pike’s life and missions. Bound by their shared trauma, the two form a powerful team, and their relationship adds a human, often tender element to the otherwise adrenaline-fueled plots.

As the series progresses, readers follow Pike and Jennifer across the globe—from the chaotic streets of the Middle East to the jungles of Central America, and even deep inside the United States itself. Whether they’re chasing assassins, hunting terrorists, or racing against the clock to prevent biological disasters, every mission feels urgent and real. The pacing is tight, the stakes are always high, and yet there’s always time to explore Pike’s inner struggles and moral conflicts.

One of the standout aspects of the Pike Logan books is how authentic they feel. That’s no accident. Brad Taylor, the mastermind behind the series, served over 20 years in the U.S. Army, including time as a commander in the elite Delta Force. His firsthand experience brings a level of credibility and realism that sets his writing apart. Taylor’s deep understanding of modern warfare, intelligence operations, and counterterrorism efforts allows him to craft complex plots that feel both thrilling and believable. Readers are drawn into a world that feels just one step removed from the headlines.

But beyond the action and geopolitics, these books explore something deeper: the human cost of violence, the weight of duty, and the challenge of living with your past. Pike Logan is a man forever changed by loss, but not defined by it. His evolution across the series—from a broken man bent on revenge to a leader who finds strength in partnership and purpose—is one of its most compelling elements. It’s not just about saving the world; it’s about saving yourself.

With titles like All Necessary Force, Enemy of Mine, and The Widow’s Strike, the series only grows more intense and layered with each installment. Every book stands on its own, but together they form a gripping saga that fans of military thrillers and political intrigue won’t want to miss. Jennifer’s presence adds balance, injecting a younger, more analytical voice into the team, while her connection to Pike deepens the emotional stakes.

The Pike Logan series isn’t just another action-packed adventure. It’s a deeply personal, character-driven story set against a backdrop of global threats and covert missions. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering the series, Pike’s world will pull you in—and once you’re there, you won’t want to leave.

Pike Logan Books in Publication Order

1
One Rough Man

One Rough Man

Brad Taylor

2011

2
All Necessary Force

All Necessary Force

Brad Taylor

2012

3
Enemy of Mine

Enemy of Mine

Brad Taylor

2013

4
The Widow's Strike

The Widow's Strike

Brad Taylor

2013

5
The Polaris Protocol

The Polaris Protocol

Brad Taylor

2014

6
Days of Rage

Days of Rage

Brad Taylor

2014

7
No Fortunate Son

No Fortunate Son

Brad Taylor

2014

8
The Insider Threat

The Insider Threat

Brad Taylor

2015

9
The Forgotten Soldier

The Forgotten Soldier

Brad Taylor

2015

10
Ghosts of War

Ghosts of War

Brad Taylor

2016

11
Ring of Fire

Ring of Fire

Brad Taylor

2017

12
Operator Down

Operator Down

Brad Taylor

2018

13
Daughter of War

Daughter of War

Brad Taylor

2019

14
Hunter Killer

Hunter Killer

Brad Taylor

2020

15
American Traitor

American Traitor

Brad Taylor

2021

16
End of Days

End of Days

Brad Taylor

2022

17
The Devil's Ransom

The Devil's Ransom

Brad Taylor

2023

18
Dead Man's Hand

Dead Man's Hand

Brad Taylor

2024

19
Into the Gray Zone

Into the Gray Zone

Brad Taylor

2025

Pike/Taskforce Short Stories/Novellas in Publication Order

1
The Callsign

The Callsign

Brad Taylor

2012

2
Gut Instinct

Gut Instinct

Brad Taylor

2013

3
Black Flag

Black Flag

Brad Taylor

2013

4
The Dig

The Dig

Brad Taylor

2014

5
The Recruit

The Recruit

Brad Taylor

2015

6
The Target

The Target

Brad Taylor

2016

7
The Infiltrator

The Infiltrator

Brad Taylor

2017

8
The Ruins

The Ruins

Brad Taylor

2018

9
Exit Fee

Exit Fee

Brad Taylor

2019

10
The Honeymoon Heist

The Honeymoon Heist

Brad Taylor

2023