How many books has Jean-Christophe Grangé written?

Jean-Christophe Grangé has published 14 novels that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Jean-Christophe Grangé's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Blood Red Rivers.

What is Jean-Christophe Grangé's most famous book?

Blood Red Rivers (1997) is Jean-Christophe Grangé's most widely read book.

Which Jean-Christophe Grangé books have been adapted?

2 books have been adapted for film or TV, including Blood Red Rivers (as The Crimson Rivers, film, 2000) and The Empire of the Wolves (as Empire of the Wolves, film, 2005).

Jean-Christophe Grangé books in order

French writer, journalist, and screenwriter

Born: 1961
Country: France
Books: 14

Jean-Christophe Grangé has published 14 novels, beginning with The Flight of the Storks (1994). The best-known is Blood Red Rivers (1997). The latest is The Promises (2021).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Jean-Christophe Grangé

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Blood Red Rivers
Jean-Christophe Grangé's most-read book.
Newest
The Promises
Published September 2021.

Jean-Christophe Grangé books in order of publication

The Flight of the Storks (Sep 1994)
327 pages
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Blood Red Rivers (1997)
328 pagesAdapted for film
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The Stone Council (2000)
373 pages
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The Empire of the Wolves (2003)
384 pagesAdapted for film
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The Black Line (2004)
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The Heart of Hell (2007)
652 pages
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Miserere (Sep 2008)
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The Forest of Manes (Sep 2009)
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The Passenger (Sep 2011)
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Kaïken (Aug 2012)
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Lontano (Sep 2015)
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Congo Requiem (May 2016)
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The Land of the Dead (May 2018)
560 pages
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The Promises (Sep 2021)
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Film and TV adaptations

The Crimson Rivers (2000)Film · from Blood Red Rivers
The Crimson RiversTV · from Blood Red Rivers
Empire of the Wolves (2005)Film · from The Empire of the Wolves

About Jean-Christophe Grangé

Jean-Christophe Grangé is a French mystery writer, journalist, and screenwriter.

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Jean-Christophe Grangé FAQ

How many books has Jean-Christophe Grangé written?: Jean-Christophe Grangé has published 14 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Jean-Christophe Grangé's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Blood Red Rivers.
What is Jean-Christophe Grangé's latest book?: The Promises (2021).
What is Jean-Christophe Grangé's most famous book?: Blood Red Rivers (1997) is Jean-Christophe Grangé's most widely read book.
Which Jean-Christophe Grangé books have been adapted?: 2 books have been adapted for film or TV, including Blood Red Rivers (as The Crimson Rivers, film, 2000) and The Empire of the Wolves (as Empire of the Wolves, film, 2005).