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Break Point
James Patterson

Break Point

Quick Answer

Read "Break Point" as the 48th book in the Murder Bookshots (Standalone Novellas) sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Come And Get Us" (Book 47)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 48th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2019304 pp
2016, BookShots The photocopy of this edition is missing, at a minimum, pages 24-25. 2016, BookShots, Penguin This edition is readable; it contains all pages. At the end of the book, this edition includes, as a preview, the first 15 pages of *BLACK & BLUE*, another BookShots.
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Book #49 of 51 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 Murder Bookshots (Standalone Novellas) 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 Break Point?

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

Can I read Break Point before Come And Get Us?

No. We recommend reading Come And Get Us first. Break Point is the 48th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Break Point required reading for the Murder Bookshots (Standalone Novellas)?

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

What comes after Break Point in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Break Point is $10,000,000 Marriage Proposal (Book #49).