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James Patterson

House of Robots

Quick Answer

Read "House of Robots" as the 2nd book in the House of Robots Series (Middle Grade) sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "The House of Robots" (Book 1)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 2nd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2014
In this new illustrated middle-grade series from James Patterson, an extraordinary robot signs up for an ordinary fifth grade class... and elementary school will never be the same! It was never easy for Sammy Hayes-Rodriguez to fit in, so he's dreading the day when his genius mom insists he bring her newest invention to school: a walking, talking robot he calls E âe" for "Error". Sammy's no stranger to robots âe" his house is full of a colourful cast of them. But this one not only thinks it's Sammy's brother... it's actually even nerdier than Sammy. Will E be Sammy's one-way ticket to Loserville? Or will he prove to the world that it's cool to be square? It's a roller-coaster ride for Sammy to discover the amazing secret E holds that could change his family forever... if all goes well on the trial run!
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House of Robots - FREE PREVIEW (The First XX Chapters)

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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

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 House of Robots Series (Middle Grade) 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 House of Robots?

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

Can I read House of Robots before The House of Robots?

No. We recommend reading The House of Robots first. House of Robots is the 2th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is House of Robots required reading for the House of Robots Series (Middle Grade)?

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

What comes after House of Robots in the reading order?

The next recommended book after House of Robots is House of Robots - FREE PREVIEW (The First XX Chapters) (Book #3).