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Brilliant Lies
James Patterson

Brilliant Lies

Quick Answer

Read "Brilliant Lies" as the 83rd book in the Murder Bookshots (Standalone Novellas) sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "The House Husband" (Book 82)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 83rd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2020352 pp
Angela Hoot is offered a dream internship with the FBI. She jumps at the chance, and is thrown straight into her first case at a house in the Boston suburbs where a family of five have been brutally murdered
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Experiment

Book #88 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 Brilliant Lies?

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

Can I read Brilliant Lies before The House Husband?

No. We recommend reading The House Husband first. Brilliant Lies is the 83th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Brilliant Lies 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 Brilliant Lies in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Brilliant Lies is Experiment (Book #88).