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12th Of Never
James Patterson

12th Of Never

Quick Answer

"12th Of Never" 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 Women's Murder Club Series.

Quick Verdict

🟡 Optional side story — not required for main plot

âť“ Can I skip this book?
✅ Yes — Optional

This is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not strictly necessary to follow the main plot.

Verdict Insight: While this novella provides deeper world-building, it is a standalone story and can be read at any stage.

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201372 ppNovellaOptional Side Story
Lindsay Boxer's baby is born. But after only a week at home with her new daughter, Lindsay is forced to return to work to face two of the biggest cases of her career. A rising star football player for the San Francisco 49ers is the prime suspect in a grisly murder. And an eccentric English professor has been having vivid nightmares about a violent murder he's convinced is real. Lindsay doesn't believe him, but then a shooting is called in - and it fits the professor's description exactly.
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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 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 12th Of Never?

This is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not strictly necessary to follow the main plot.

Can I read 12th Of Never before 11th Hour?

Yes. 12th Of Never is an optional side story and can be read at any time without spoiling the main series plot.

Is 12th Of Never required reading for the Women's Murder Club Series?

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

What comes after 12th Of Never in the reading order?

The next recommended book after 12th Of Never is Unlucky 13 (Book #13).