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11th Hour
James Patterson

11th Hour

Quick Answer

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

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "10th Anniversary" (Book 10)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 11th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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Investigating the murder of a millionaire who was killed with a weapon linked to the deaths of four San Francisco criminals, pregnant detective Lindsay Boxer is horrified to realize that the killer could be among her closest friends. When Chaz Smith is gunned down, Lindsay Boxer discovers the murder weapon is linked to the deaths of four of San Francisco's most untouchable criminals. The coauthor is Maxine Paetro. The plot contains profanity, sexual situations, and violence.
Next Recommended Book

12th Of Never

Book #12 of 25 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

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 Women's Murder Club 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 11th Hour?

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

Can I read 11th Hour before 10th Anniversary?

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

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

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 12th Of Never (Book #12).