Series Guide

LYRV-27: what order to read the series in

The series is read in chronological order. Each book picks up exactly where the previous one ended.

Ben Friedhof's Zombie Virus LYRV-27 is a continuous story — no standalone episodes. Here's the reading order and what each book covers, spoiler-free.

Book 1

Escape

★★★★★ 4.6 · 1,000+ reviews (Amazon.de)

A normal morning in Cologne. Then everything falls apart. A student fights his way through an infected city — with nothing but his friends and the will to survive.

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Book 2

Survive

★★★★★ 4.7 · 400+ reviews (Amazon.de)

The escape is over — but survival has only just begun. Behind the bunker walls, a new kind of danger emerges.

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Book 3

Hope

★★★★★ 4.9 · 100+ reviews (Amazon.de)

The infected are evolving. Resources are running out. And one decision could change everything — for better or worse.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I read the books out of order?
No. The story is linear and each book begins exactly where the previous one ends. Skipping a book means major spoilers.

Is the series finished?
Three books are available in English. In Germany, a fourth book is in progress. Each book has a satisfying ending while leaving the larger story open.

Is it gory?
LYRV-27 is realistic and at times violent, but it isn't gore for gore's sake. The tension comes from atmosphere and emotional stakes, not graphic description.

Is there a print edition?
Yes. Every book is available as a Kindle eBook, in paperback, and free on Kindle Unlimited.

Start with Book 1

eBook: $3.99 · Free on Kindle Unlimited