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Strike Collection
J. K. Rowling

Strike Collection

Quick Answer

"Strike Collection" is an optional companion work. It can be read at any time, though it is usually best enjoyed after reading the first few core novels of the series.

Debated Order

This order is debated among readers

Community consensus varies on the placement of this title. Our order favors narrative impact over strict chronology.

❓ Can I skip this book?
✅ Yes — Optional

This is a side story that can be safely bypassed without losing any context for the main series.

Verdict Insight: This is a comprehensive collection and bundle of the J. K. Rowling's works. It typically offers significantly better value than buying the titles individually.

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2021Optional Side Story
'The work of a master storyteller' Daily Telegraph<br/><br/>Robert Galbraith's Strike novels are some of the finest examples of detective fiction of our age. The series has sold well over a million copies in the UK alone, and has been adapted into a highly successful television series for the BBC.<br/><br/>For the first time, readers can purchase all five paperbacks in the series in this exquisite deluxe box set. Featuring:<br/><br/>The Cuckoo's Calling<br/><br/>The Silkworm<br/><br/>Career of Evil<br/><br/>Lethal White<br/><br/>Troubled Blood<br/><br/>PRAISE FOR THE STRIKE SERIES<br/><br/>'Magnificent' Sunday Times<br/><br/>'One of crime's most engaging duos' Guardian<br/><br/>'Reminds me why I fell in love with crime fiction in the first place' Val McDermid<br/><br/>'One of the most unique and compelling detectives I've come across in years' Mark Billingham<br/><br/>'Superbly constructed' Daily Mail

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading Strike Collection?

This is a side story that can be safely bypassed without losing any context for the main series.

Can I read Strike Collection before other books in the series?

Yes. Strike Collection is an optional side story and can be read at any time without spoiling the main series plot.

Is Strike Collection required reading for the series?

No, it is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not essential to the central storyline.

What comes after Strike Collection in the reading order?

Currently, Strike Collection is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.