If you’re a fan of heart-pounding political thrillers packed with high-stakes action, realistic espionage, and a hero who feels like he could step right off the page, then Ben Coes is an author you need on your radar. Often compared to legends like Vince Flynn (Mitch Rapp series) and Brad Thor (Scot Harvath), Coes delivers “what-if” scenarios that are scarily plausible, drawing from his real-world experience as a White House speechwriter and energy industry insider.
His flagship creation? Dewey Andreas, a former U.S. Army Delta Force operator turned reluctant covert warrior. Dewey is tough, resourceful, and unflinchingly patriotic—the ultimate one-man army against global threats. The series kicks off with terrorist attacks on America’s energy infrastructure and escalates into nuclear brinkmanship, assassinations, and all-out war on U.S. soil.
Whether you’re new to Ben Coes or catching up, reading his books in publication order is the best way to experience character growth, recurring allies (and enemies), and escalating tension. As of 2025, there are 10 Dewey Andreas novels, plus one spin-off featuring operative Rob Tacoma.
Ready to dive in? Here’s the complete Ben Coes books in order, with quick plot teases (no major spoilers!) to hook you.
Complete Ben Coes Books in Order (As of November 2025)
Ben Coes has written 10 thrilling novels in total. The main series revolves around former Delta Force operator Dewey Andreas, with one spin-off book featuring CIA operative Rob Tacoma (set in the same universe and best read after Bloody Sunday for minor crossovers).
Here’s the full list in publication order (recommended reading order):
| # | Title | Series / Notes | Publication Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Power Down | Dewey Andreas #1 | 2010 |
| 2 | Coup d’État | Dewey Andreas #2 | 2011 |
| 3 | The Last Refuge | Dewey Andreas #3 | 2012 |
| 4 | Eye for an Eye | Dewey Andreas #4 | 2013 |
| 5 | Independence Day | Dewey Andreas #5 | 2015 |
| 6 | First Strike | Dewey Andreas #6 | 2016 |
| 7 | Trap the Devil | Dewey Andreas #7 | 2017 |
| 8 | Bloody Sunday | Dewey Andreas #8 | 2018 |
| 9 | The Russian | Rob Tacoma #1 (Dewey Andreas Universe Spin-Off) | 2019 |
| 10 | The Island | Dewey Andreas #9 | 2021 |
Ben Coes Books in Order: The Ultimate Reading Guide to the Dewey Andreas Thriller Series
Dewey Andreas Series in Order
- Power Down (2010) The explosive debut! A coordinated terrorist attack cripples America’s energy sector. Roughneck-turned-hero Dewey Andreas survives the carnage and goes rogue to hunt the masterminds. This one sets the bar sky-high for adrenaline-fueled realism.
- Coup d’Etat (2011). Dewey is dragged back into the fray when nuclear war looms between India and Pakistan. To avert disaster, he must pull off an impossible mission in the heart of the enemy.
- The Last Refuge (2012) Iran is closing in on a nuclear bomb, and Dewey’s old Delta buddy is in the crosshairs. High-octane chases from the Middle East to New York make this a fan favorite.
- Eye for an Eye (2013) Personal vengeance takes center stage when China’s top spy targets Dewey in a brutal act of revenge. One of the most intense and emotional entries in the series.
- Independence Day (2015)(also published as A Day to Kill in some editions). A brilliant hacker plans a cyber-attack that could topple America on the Fourth of July. Dewey races across Europe to stop the unthinkable.
- First Strike (2016) ISIS rises with a savage new leader, and Dewey teams up with unlikely allies for a globe-spanning counteroffensive. Non-stop action from start to finish.
- Trap the Devil (2017) A shadowy cabal plots to overthrow the U.S. government from within. Dewey uncovers a conspiracy that hits dangerously close to the Oval Office.
- Bloody Sunday (2018) North Korea’s dictator pushes the world to the brink of nuclear Armageddon. Dewey’s mission: infiltrate the hermit kingdom and take him out.
- The Russian (2019) The start of the Rob Tacoma spin-off! While technically separate, this introduces CIA operative Rob Tacoma in a brutal tale of Russian mafia assassins targeting American politicians. (Can be read anytime after Book 8, but fits perfectly here.)
- The Island (2021) Terrorists seize Manhattan, holding the U.N. hostage. Outgunned and alone, Dewey launches a desperate guerrilla war on the streets of New York. A gripping, claustrophobic finale—so far!
Spin-Off: Rob Tacoma Series
- The Russian (2019) – As mentioned above, this bridges the Dewey universe and stars Tacoma, who crosses paths with Andreas in later books.
Why Read Ben Coes Books in This Order?
Each novel works as a standalone thriller, but reading sequentially lets you track Dewey’s evolution—from grieving loner to seasoned operative with a found family of CIA handlers and special forces brothers. Relationships deepen, old wounds reopen, and the stakes feel personal.
Ben Coes hasn’t released a new book since The Island in 2021, but fans are eagerly awaiting the next Dewey Andreas adventure. His “reality-based” style—rooted in real geopolitics—keeps readers coming back.
If You Love Ben Coes, Try These Next
- Vince Flynn’s Mitch Rapp series
- Brad Thor’s Scot Harvath
- Mark Greaney’s Gray Man
- Jack Carr’s James Reece
Grab Power Down today and buckle up—once you start the Dewey Andreas series, you won’t stop until you’ve devoured them all. What’s your favorite Ben Coes book? Drop a comment below if Dewey has you hooked!
Looking for more author guides? Check out our Vince Flynn Books, Mark Greaney Books, and more.
