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Blowback
James Patterson

Blowback

Quick Answer

Read "Blowback" as the 47th book in the Standalone Novels sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Northern Lights" (Book 46)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 47th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2023352 pp
<b>INSTANT <i>NEW YORK TIMES </i>BESTSELLER</b><br> <br><b><b>The author behind the “eye-popping” (CNN) #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestseller <i>A Warning</i> presents an urgent look at how our deeply divided nation is setting the stage for “The Next Trump.”</b></b><br><br>Donald Trump will be president again, whether he is on the ballot or not. That is because Trumpism is overtaking the Republican Party and will mount a vigorous comeback, potentially in the hands of a savvier successor—The Next Trump.<br> <br>This prophecy will come true, according to Miles Taylor, if we do not learn the lessons of the recent past.<br> <br>With the 2024 election approaching, the formerly “Anonymous” official is back with bombshell revelations and a sobering national forecast. Through interviews with dozens of ex-Trump aides and government leaders, Taylor predicts what could happen inside “Trump 2.0,” the White House of a more competent and more formidable copycat.<br> <br>What sounds like a political thriller—from shadowy presidential powers and CIA betrayals to angry henchmen and assassination plots—is instead America’s political reality, as Taylor uses untold stories to shed light on the ex-President’s unfulfilled plans, the dark forces haunting our civic lives, and how we can thwart the rise of extremism in the United States.<br> <br><i>Blowback</i> is also a surprisingly emotional and self-critical portrait of a dissenter, whose own unmasking provides a vivid warning about what happens when we hide the truth from others and, most importantly, ourselves.
Next Recommended Book

Blue Smoke

Book #47 of 524 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 Standalone Novels 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 Blowback?

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

Can I read Blowback before Northern Lights?

No. We recommend reading Northern Lights first. Blowback is the 47th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Blowback required reading for the Standalone Novels?

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

What comes after Blowback in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Blowback is Blue Smoke (Book #47).