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Start with Unlocked and continue through all 4 books in the listed reading order.
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Book 1 by John Scalzi • Published 2014
A prequel to the Lock In novels that traces the early days of Haden's Syndrome, the illness that leaves patients awake but unable to move. It shows how new tech and policy led to the rise of threep bodies.
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Lock In reading order
Ends with Head On
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Book 1:Unlocked
John Scalzi • 2014
A prequel to the Lock In novels that traces the early days of Haden's Syndrome, the illness that leaves patients awake but unable to move. It shows how new tech and policy led to the rise of threep bodies.
- 2
Book 2:Lock In
John Scalzi • 2014
In a near future reshaped by Haden's Syndrome, FBI agent Chris Shane investigates a suspicious death tied to a powerful family and a new kind of sport. The case forces Shane to navigate technology, politics, and a com...
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Book 3:Unlocked: An Oral History of Haden's Syndrome
John Scalzi • 2014
Use the reading order above to move through the series in the intended sequence.
- 5
Book 5:Head On
John Scalzi • 2018
Use the reading order above to move through the series in the intended sequence.
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Lock In FAQ
What is the best order to read the Lock In series?
The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with Unlocked.
How many books are in the Lock In series?
There are 4 books currently listed in the Lock In series on GurusReads.
Where should I start with the Lock In series?
New readers should start with Unlocked, the first book in the reading order.
Is the Lock In series complete?
Based on the publication years we have, the series appears likely complete and spans releases from 2014 to 2018.