How many books has Roberto Saviano written?

Roberto Saviano has published 5 novels, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Roberto Saviano's books in?

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

What is Roberto Saviano's most famous book?

Gomorrah (2006) is Roberto Saviano's most widely read book.

Which Roberto Saviano books have been adapted?

2 books have been adapted for film or TV, including Gomorrah (film, 2008) and Zero Zero Zero (as ZeroZeroZero, TV).

Roberto Saviano books in order

Italian journalist and writer

Born: 1979
Country: Italy
Books: 7

Roberto Saviano has published 5 novels, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book, beginning with Gomorrah (2006). The latest is Savage Kiss (2020).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Roberto Saviano

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Gomorrah
Roberto Saviano's most-read book.
Newest
Savage Kiss
Published 2020.

Standalone novels in order

Gomorrah (2006)
311 pagesAdapted for film
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The Beauty and Hell (2009)
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Zero Zero Zero (2013)
442 pagesAdapted for TV
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The Piranhas (2018)
365 pages
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Savage Kiss (2020)
400 pages
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Non-fiction in order

Beauty and the Inferno (2010)
280 pages
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Other books in order

I'm Still Alive (2022)
128 pages
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Film and TV adaptations

Gomorrah (2008)Film · from Gomorrah
GomorrahTV · from Gomorrah
ZeroZeroZeroTV · from Zero Zero Zero

About Roberto Saviano

Roberto Saviano is an Italian writer, journalist, and screenwriter. In his writings, including articles and his book Gomorrah, he uses literature and investigative reporting to tell of the economic reality of the territory and business of organized crime in Italy, in particular the Camorra crime syndicate, and of organized crime more generally. His writing has drawn praise from other writers and cultural figures, such as Umberto Eco.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Roberto Saviano FAQ

How many books has Roberto Saviano written?: Roberto Saviano has published 5 novels, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Roberto Saviano's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Gomorrah.
What is Roberto Saviano's latest book?: Savage Kiss (2020).
What is Roberto Saviano's most famous book?: Gomorrah (2006) is Roberto Saviano's most widely read book.
Which Roberto Saviano books have been adapted?: 2 books have been adapted for film or TV, including Gomorrah (film, 2008) and Zero Zero Zero (as ZeroZeroZero, TV).

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.