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Anita Blake Books In Order (Full List)

Anita Blake is a series of 28 books by Laurell K. Hamilton. The first book published in the series is Guilty Pleasures in 1993. Here is a complete list of Anita Blake books in order.

Last update: January 11, 2024

1. Guilty Pleasures (1993)

In "Guilty Pleasures," Laurell K. Hamilton introduces us to Anita Blake, a tough-talking vampire hunter with a sarcastic wit and an uncanny ability to raise the dead. Brace yourself for a dark and exhilarating journey through a captivating world of supernatural creatures and sizzling mysteries.

  • 📇 355 Pages
  • 📝 88,750 - 106,500 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

2. The Laughing Corpse (1994)

In "The Laughing Corpse" by Laurell K. Hamilton, supernatural expert Anita Blake is faced with the gruesome task of unraveling a dangerous mystery involving voodoo, a sinister laughing corpse, and her own life on the line. An intense and captivating supernatural thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

  • 📇 301 Pages
  • 📝 75,250 - 90,300 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 10 Hours Reading Time

3. Circus Of The Damned (1995)

"Laurell K. Hamilton's 'Circus of the Damned' takes readers on a thrilling journey into the dark and enchanting world of supernatural beings. As vampire hunter Anita Blake delves into the mysteries of a dangerous circus, she uncovers a sinister plot that threatens the balance between humans and creatures of the night."

  • 📇 320 Pages
  • 📝 80,000 - 96,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 11 Hours Reading Time

4. Bloody Bones (1996)

In "Bloody Bones" by Laurell K. Hamilton, vampire hunter Anita Blake faces a terrifying challenge when asked to raise an entire graveyard. As she battles dark forces, her own powers are pushed to the limits in this gripping and pulse-pounding urban fantasy.

  • 📇 336 Pages
  • 📝 84,000 - 100,800 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 11 Hours Reading Time

5. The Lunatic Cafe (1996)

In "The Lunatic Cafe," Laurell K. Hamilton weaves an intoxicating tale that delves deeper into Anita Blake's world of supernatural crime solving. Faced with a grisly murder and a web of werewolf politics, Anita must navigate treacherous alliances while battling her own inner demons.

  • 📇 352 Pages
  • 📝 88,000 - 105,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

6. The Killing Dance (1997)

In "The Killing Dance" by Laurell K. Hamilton, supernatural expert Anita Blake must confront her darkest fears as she becomes entangled in a deadly dance between vampires, werewolves, and a ruthless killer. Brace yourself for a thrilling and chilling urban fantasy adventure.

  • 📇 368 Pages
  • 📝 92,000 - 110,400 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

7. Burnt Offerings (1998)

In "Burnt Offerings" by Laurell K. Hamilton, vampire hunter Anita Blake faces a deadly challenge when she is caught in the middle of a power struggle between vampire factions, testing her skills, bravery, and loyalty.

  • 📇 392 Pages
  • 📝 98,000 - 117,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time

8. Blue Moon (1998)

In Laurell K. Hamilton's Blue Moon, vampire hunter Anita Blake faces a captivating blend of supernatural forces, dark magic, and political intrigue, as she investigates brutal killings in the lycanthropic community, leading her on an thrilling and dangerous journey into the heart of the werewolf realm.

  • 📇 418 Pages
  • 📝 104,500 - 125,400 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time

9. Obsidian Butterfly (2000)

In Laurell K. Hamilton's thrilling novel, "Obsidian Butterfly," vampire hunter Anita Blake is caught in a web of supernatural danger as she investigates a series of gruesome murders and confronts ancient Aztec rituals that threaten the very fabric of her world.

  • 📇 596 Pages
  • 📝 149,000 - 178,800 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 20 Hours Reading Time

10. Narcissus In Chains (2001)

In "Narcissus In Chains" by Laurell K. Hamilton, Anita Blake finds herself in a harrowing predicament when she becomes entangled in a dangerous world of supernatural politics and lust, testing her limits as a vampire hunter.

  • 📇 644 Pages
  • 📝 161,000 - 193,200 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 21 Hours Reading Time

11. Cerulean Sins (2003)

In "Cerulean Sins" by Laurell K. Hamilton, vampire hunter Anita Blake confronts a deadly supernatural conflict as she balances her own desires and responsibilities, plunging into a dark and seductive world where nothing is as it seems.

  • 📇 529 Pages
  • 📝 132,250 - 158,700 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 18 Hours Reading Time

12. Incubus Dreams (2004)

In Laurell K. Hamilton's thrilling novel "Incubus Dreams", vampire hunter Anita Blake finds herself entangled in a web of supernatural seduction as she faces an unexpected threat that challenges her personal and professional boundaries.

  • 📇 722 Pages
  • 📝 180,500 - 216,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 24 Hours Reading Time

13. Micah (2006)

In "Micah" by Laurell K. Hamilton, delve deep into the enigmatic and sensuous world of the Anita Blake series, as the protagonist confronts her complex relationships and faces newfound challenges in her role as a vampire hunter and supernatural expert.

  • 📇 245 Pages
  • 📝 61,250 - 73,500 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 8 Hours Reading Time

14. Danse Macabre (2006)

In "Danse Macabre", acclaimed author Laurell K. Hamilton plunges readers into a thrilling world where supernatural beings ignite a deadly dance of darkness and desire. Join Anita Blake, vampire executioner and necromancer, as she battles the allure of power and the terrifying secrets that lurk in the shadows.

  • 📇 517 Pages
  • 📝 129,250 - 155,100 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 17 Hours Reading Time

15. Harlequin (2007)

In Laurell K. Hamilton's mesmerizing novel "Harlequin," vampire hunter Anita Blake navigates a treacherous world of political intrigue, forbidden passions, and supernatural threats. With her charming wit and impressive skill set, Anita must unravel the secrets of the Harlequin and confront her own deepest desires.

  • 📇 422 Pages
  • 📝 105,500 - 126,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time

16. Blood Noir (2008)

"Blood Noir" is the pulse-pounding latest installment in the Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter series. Laurell K. Hamilton once again blends supernatural thrills, intricate mystery, and steamy romance into a gripping narrative, immersing readers in a world where the line between darkness and light is all too easily blurred.

  • 📇 340 Pages
  • 📝 85,000 - 102,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 11 Hours Reading Time

17. Skin Trade (2009)

In Laurell K. Hamilton's gripping thriller "Skin Trade," vampire hunter Anita Blake must navigate a treacherous world of supernatural crime to track down a sadistic killer targeting shapeshifters. With her wit and relentless determination, Blake stops at nothing to uncover the gruesome truth.

  • 📇 486 Pages
  • 📝 121,500 - 145,800 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 16 Hours Reading Time

18. Flirt (2009)

In "Flirt" by Laurell K. Hamilton, vampire hunter Anita Blake finds herself caught in a web of supernatural seduction when a powerful vampire expresses his desire for her. Prepare for a heart-pounding mix of paranormal romance and thrilling action.

  • 📇 192 Pages
  • 📝 48,000 - 57,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 6 Hours Reading Time

19. Bullet (2010)

Bullet is the thrilling 19th installment in the Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter series. Laurell K. Hamilton takes readers on a dark and intense journey as Anita battles her way through a web of supernatural crime while dealing with her complex personal life.

  • 📇 356 Pages
  • 📝 89,000 - 106,800 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

20. Hit List (2011)

In "Hit List" by Laurell K. Hamilton, vampire hunter Anita Blake faces her deadliest challenge yet as she becomes the target of an unknown enemy, pushing her skills and determination to the limit in this thrilling supernatural adventure.

  • 📇 320 Pages
  • 📝 80,000 - 96,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 11 Hours Reading Time

21. Kiss The Dead (2012)

In Laurell K. Hamilton's gripping paranormal thriller "Kiss The Dead," vampire hunter Anita Blake is faced with a horrifying new villain, forcing her into a deadly race against time to save innocent lives and confront inner demons.

  • 📇 359 Pages
  • 📝 89,750 - 107,700 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

22. Affliction (2013)

"Affliction" by Laurell K. Hamilton is a gripping installment in the Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter series. Witness as Anita must confront a ruthless new enemy, balancing her personal life and supernatural investigations, in this dark and action-packed urban fantasy.

  • 📇 570 Pages
  • 📝 142,500 - 171,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 19 Hours Reading Time

23. Jason (2014)

In Laurell K. Hamilton's electrifying novel, "Jason," supernatural expert Anita Blake teams up with the irresistible vampire Jason to investigate a string of mysterious murders that threatens to plunge their world into chaos. An exhilarating blend of urban fantasy and gripping suspense awaits readers in this thrilling installment of the Anita Blake series.

  • 📇 255 Pages
  • 📝 63,750 - 76,500 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 9 Hours Reading Time

24. Dead Ice (2015)

In Laurell K. Hamilton's captivating thriller, "Dead Ice," vampire hunter Anita Blake joins forces with the most unlikely yet mesmerizing ally to combat an undead army threatening the delicate balance of power between supernatural creatures and humans.

  • 📇 566 Pages
  • 📝 141,500 - 169,800 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 19 Hours Reading Time

25. Crimson Death (2016)

In Laurell K. Hamilton's thrilling novel Crimson Death, vampire hunter Anita Blake is confronted with a terrifying serial killer targeting her colleagues. As the body count rises, Anita must uncover the gruesome truth before she becomes the next victim.

  • 📇 720 Pages
  • 📝 180,000 - 216,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 24 Hours Reading Time

26. Serpentine (2018)

In "Serpentine," Laurell K. Hamilton takes readers on a heart-pounding supernatural journey where vampire hunter Anita Blake must confront deadly snakes, ancient curses, and her own inner demons. Brace yourselves for a thrilling yet perilous adventure that tests the limits of love, loyalty, and darkness.

  • 📇 486 Pages
  • 📝 121,500 - 145,800 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 16 Hours Reading Time

27. Sucker Punch (2020)

In "Sucker Punch" by Laurell K. Hamilton, the gripping 27th installment of the Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter series, readers will be immersed in a thrilling supernatural world filled with vampires, werewolves, and necromancers, as Anita faces a dangerous new breed of enemy.

  • 📇 624 Pages
  • 📝 156,000 - 187,200 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 21 Hours Reading Time

28. Rafael (2021)

In "Rafael" by Laurell K. Hamilton, vampire hunter and necromancer Anita Blake is thrust into a dangerous world of supernatural politics, passion, and betrayal as she navigates a web of secrets that threaten to tear her world apart.

  • 📇 258 Pages
  • 📝 64,500 - 77,400 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 9 Hours Reading Time