BookBingeTakeshi Kovacs Books in Order
In a future where consciousness can be digitized and bodies are interchangeable, a hardened ex-soldier is resurrected to solve a wealthy man's own murder.
Here is the complete Takeshi Kovacs reading order — all 3 books by Richard K. Morgan, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- Altered Carbon(2002)
- Broken Angels(2003)
- Woken Furies(2005)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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How many books are in the Takeshi Kovacs series?
There are 3 books in the Takeshi Kovacs series by Richard K. Morgan, beginning with Altered Carbon (2002) and most recently Woken Furies (2005).
What is the first Takeshi Kovacs book?
The first book is Altered Carbon, published in 2002. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read Takeshi Kovacs in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.