Parasitology Books in Order

by Mira Grant · 3 books · ⭐ 3.7 average rating · Updated 2026-07-11

HorrorScience Fiction

A completed near-future biohorror trilogy in which a genetically engineered tapeworm, implanted in nearly everyone as a medical marvel, begins waking up and claiming its hosts.

Here is the complete Parasitology reading order — all 3 books by Mira Grant, in the order you should read them:

Publication order (recommended)

  1. Parasite(2013)
  2. Symbiont(2014)
  3. Chimera(2015)

Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.

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Frequently asked questions

How many books are in the Parasitology series?

There are 3 books in the Parasitology series by Mira Grant, beginning with Parasite (2013) and most recently Chimera (2015).

What is the first Parasitology book?

The first book is Parasite, published in 2013. That's where new readers should start.

Should I read Parasitology in publication or chronological order?

Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.

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