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11th Hour

Quick Answer

Read "11th Hour" as the 10th book in the Women's Murder Club sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "9th Judgment" (Book 9)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 10th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2012
Lindsay Boxer returns to the Women's Murder Club as a new series of murders rocks San Francisco. A shadowy organization known as the "Eleventh Hour" orchestrates a string of killings that seem to target the club’s own members. As personal pressures mount—Lindsay’s estranged husband reappears and her sister faces legal trouble—Lindsay, Yuki, Claire, and Cindy must race against time to uncover the mastermind before the clock runs out.
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11th Hour

Book #11 of 18 in Series

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

Medium Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Women's Murder Club conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading 11th Hour?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read 11th Hour before 9th Judgment?

No. We recommend reading 9th Judgment first. 11th Hour is the 10th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is 11th Hour required reading for the Women's Murder Club?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after 11th Hour in the reading order?

The next recommended book after 11th Hour is 11th Hour (Book #11).