Gray Man Series in Order by Mark Greaney

The Gray Man is a book series written by Mark Greaney. The series follows the story of Court Gentry, a former CIA operative who becomes a legendary assassin for hire, known as the Gray Man. Gentry is a skilled assassin who moves silently from job to job, accomplishing the impossible and then fading away. The series is known for its fast-paced, cinematic battles and escapes, and the author deftly provides small details to show Gentry's human side, offset by the petty rivalries and greed of his enemies. The series consists of seven books, with the first book published in 2009 and the latest in 2018. The books are titled The Gray Man, On Target, Ballistic, Dead Eye, Back Blast, Gunmetal Gray, and Agent in Place. The series draws heavily from the movies that the author and the Russo brothers loved watching in the theater growing up. The Gray Man has been adapted into a Netflix movie, with Ryan Gosling playing the lead role. Want to know more? Click IMDb to watch all the Gray Man movies and television works.

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Burner
2023-02-21
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2022-02-15
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Relentless
2021-02-16
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Burner

Burner

"Burner" is a 2022 novel written by Mark Greaney, and it is the twelfth entry in the Gray Man series. The book is an action-packed thriller that mirrors the current conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The protagonist, Court Gentry, is caught between the Russian mafia and the CIA in this latest electrifying thriller. The book is filled with fast action and adventure, as you would expect from this terrific series. The plot revolves around Gentry's mission to retrieve a stolen Russian nuclear warhead before it falls into the wrong hands. The book is an unputdownable action-packed adventure with lots of intrigue. Overall, "Burner" is a thrilling addition to the Gray Man series, and it will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end.
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Put Away
Publication Date: 2023-02-21
ASIN: B0B1XYZ4TH
Sierra Six

Sierra Six

"Sierra Six" is a book in the Gray Man series by Mark Greaney. The book follows the story of Court Gentry, also known as the Gray Man, who is back on the kill list for the CIA. While on a mission, he sees a ghost - a long-dead terrorist who is remarkably energetic for a dead man. Despite being a decade since his death, the terrorist's network is still active and poses a threat to national security. Court must navigate through the dangerous world of espionage and military operations to stop the terrorist's network and prevent a catastrophic attack. The book is a spy and military thriller that features exhilarating action scenes and a complex plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
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Put Away
Publication Date: 2022-02-15
ISBN-10: 0593556372 | ISBN-13: 9780593556375
Relentless

Relentless

"Relentless" is a thriller novel written by Mark Greaney, published in 2021. It is the tenth book in the Gray Man series, which follows the story of Court Gentry, a former CIA operative turned assassin. In "Relentless," Gentry is on a mission to rescue his friend and former lover, Zoya Zakharova, who has been kidnapped by a Russian oligarch. The plot takes readers on a fast-paced journey through Europe, as Gentry navigates through dangerous situations and faces off against powerful enemies. The book has been praised for its heart-pounding action, deep research, and realism. It is a New York Times bestseller and has received positive reviews from critics and readers alike. The Gray Man series is set to be adapted into a Netflix movie, with Ryan Gosling playing the role of Court Gentry.
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Put Away
Publication Date: 2021-02-16
ISBN-10: 0593098951 | ISBN-13: 9780593098950
One Minute Out

One Minute Out

"One Minute Out" is the ninth novel in the Gray Man series by Mark Greaney. In this book, the main character, Court Gentry, tracks down a global sex trafficking organization across eastern Europe. It is a gritty and action-packed thriller that delves into the dark world of human trafficking. "One Minute Out" is notable because it is the first book in the Gray Man series to be written in first-person narrative, allowing readers to experience the story through Court Gentry's perspective. The novel debuted at number one on the New York Times bestseller list, marking Greaney's first solo entry to reach that position. The plot takes readers on a journey filled with vengeance, discovery, and deadly consequences. Greaney conducted extensive research in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Italy, and Los Angeles to bring authenticity to the locations featured in the novel. Overall, "One Minute Out" is a thrilling addition to the Gray Man series that explores the dark underbelly of human trafficking.
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Put Away
Publication Date: 2020-02-18
ISBN-10: 0593171926 | ISBN-13: 9780593171929
Mission Critical

Mission Critical

"Mission Critical" is the eighth book in "The Gray Man" series by Mark Greaney. The novel follows the story of Court Gentry, a former CIA operative, as he tracks down a mole inside the CIA and later tries to stop a biological attack on an international conference in Scotland. The book is known for its non-stop action and its tendency to mirror current news events, such as North Korea, Russia, and U.S. intelligence circles. The novel debuted at number five on the New York Times bestseller list. According to Greaney, "Mission Critical" takes inspiration from real-world events, but it is not "ripped from the headlines". The book has been praised for its complexity, humor, brutality, and overall quality.
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Put Away
Publication Date: 2019-02-19
ISBN-10: 0451488954 | ISBN-13: 9780451488954
Agent in Place

Agent in Place

"Agent in Place" is the seventh novel in the Gray Man series by Mark Greaney. The book follows the main character, Court Gentry, as he becomes involved in the civil war in Syria. Court, a former CIA paramilitary officer, is hired on a freelance contract to help a group of expatriates take down the brutal regime of the Syrian president. The story takes place in Paris and Syria, and Court's mission is to kidnap Bianca Medina, a Spanish fashion model and Syrian. According to the author, "Agent in Place" differs from previous Gray Man novels as Court's motivations are different this time. The book debuted at number 7 on The New York Times bestseller list. It is praised as one of the top must-read thrillers of 2018 and is considered the best Gray Man thriller yet. Overall, "Agent in Place" is an action-packed thriller that combines espionage, international intrigue, and the complexities of the Syrian civil war. It showcases Mark Greaney's skill in crafting gripping and suspenseful narratives within the Gray Man series.
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Put Away
Publication Date: 2018-02-20
ISBN-10: 0451488911 | ISBN-13: 9780451488916
Gunmetal Gray

Gunmetal Gray

"Gunmetal Gray" is a breakneck thriller novel by Mark Greaney, the 1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan novels. It is the sixth book in the Gray Man series. The book follows the world's deadliest assassin, Court Gentry, as he is tasked with finding a Chinese hacker who has stolen sensitive American military technology. Gentry is linked up with the CIA, but he displays maverick tendencies, much to the annoyance of his handlers. The book features a well-laid-out plot and enough action to satisfy even the pickiest thriller fans.
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Put Away
Publication Date: 2017-02-14
ISBN-10: 0425282864 | ISBN-13: 9780425282861
Back Blast

Back Blast

"Back Blast" is the fifth novel in "The Gray Man" series by Mark Greaney. The book was published on February 16, 2016, by Berkley Books. In this novel, the protagonist, Court Gentry, investigates his last CIA mission, Operation Back Blast, to find out the reasons behind the shoot-on-sight sanction imposed on him by the Central Intelligence Agency. The plot of the book revolves around Gentry's search for the truth about his past and the people who betrayed him. The book is a high-energy thriller that pits a highly trained killer against a powerful and unexpected foe. The novel has received positive reviews for its thrilling tale of secrets, lies, and cover-ups, along with convincing strong characters.
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Put Away
Publication Date: 2016-02-16
ISBN-10: 0399585001 | ISBN-13: 9780399585005
Dead Eye

Dead Eye

"Dead Eye" is the fourth book in the Gray Man series by Mark Greaney. In this book, the protagonist, Court Gentry, is an ex-CIA assassin who is targeted by a former fellow student from a secret assassination program in the past, who has essentially the same skills as him and has been directed to terminate him. The killer, code-named Dead Eye, knows how Gentry thinks, moves, and kills, and the best way to do the job is to make Gentry run for his life. The book is a thriller that follows Gentry as he tries to outwit his former colleague and survive the deadly game of cat and mouse. The book is praised for its fast-paced action and the complex interplay between the skilled and ruthless characters.
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Put Away
Publication Date: 2013-12-03
ISBN-10: 0399586679 | ISBN-13: 9780399586675
On Target

On Target

"On Target" is the second book in the Gray Man series by Mark Greaney. The series follows the story of Court Gentry, a burned former CIA paramilitary who now works as a contract killer. In this installment, Court Gentry's search for missing intelligence agents leads him into a dangerous situation. When an old comrade who Court believed was dead suddenly reappears, his life is put at risk. The book features fine characterization, witty dialogue, breathtaking chase and battle scenes, and unexpected twists and turns. It is an explosive thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
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Put Away
Publication Date: 2010-09-28
ISBN-10: 0515148458 | ISBN-13: 9780515148459
The Gray Man

The Gray Man

"The Gray Man" is a thriller novel written by Mark Greaney. The book is the first in a series of novels featuring the character Court Gentry, a former CIA operative who becomes a freelance assassin known as the Gray Man. The plot follows Gentry as he is hired to assassinate a Sudanese dictator, but soon finds himself being hunted by a team of CIA operatives. Gentry must use all of his skills and experience to evade his pursuers and complete his mission. The book is known for its fast-paced action and suspenseful plot, and has been praised for its realistic depiction of espionage and covert operations.
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Put Away
Publication Date: 2009-09-29
ISBN-10: 051514701X | ISBN-13: 9780515147018
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