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The Night Window
Dean Koontz

The Night Window

Quick Answer

Read "The Night Window" as the 5th book in the Jane Hawk Series sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "The Forbidden Door" (Book 4)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 5th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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Jane Hawk’s one-woman war comes to an explosive climax as the rogue FBI agent gambles everything against a terrifying conspiracy, for vengeance, for justice, and for humanity’s freedom—from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Silent Corner.

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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

high 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 Jane Hawk Series 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 The Night Window?

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

Can I read The Night Window before The Forbidden Door?

No. We recommend reading The Forbidden Door first. The Night Window is the 5th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is The Night Window required reading for the Jane Hawk Series?

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

What comes after The Night Window in the reading order?

Currently, The Night Window is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.