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Elephant Girl
James Patterson

Elephant Girl

Quick Answer

Read "Elephant Girl" as the 61st book in the Standalone Novels sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Shelter In Place" (Book 60)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 61st installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2022272 pp
<b>AN INDIE NEXT PICK AND AN AMAZON BEST BOOK OF THE MONTH!</b><br> <br> <br> <br> <b>#1 bestselling author James Patterson and award-winning author Ellen Banda-Aaku deliver an unforgettable story of a girl, an elephant, and their life-changing friendship--perfect for fans of <i>The One and Only Ivan</i>, <i>Pax</i>, and <i>Because of Winn-Dixie</i>.</b><br> <br> <br> <br> Clever, sensitive Jama likes elephants better than people. While her classmates gossip--especially about the new boy, Leku--twelve-year-old Jama takes refuge at the watering hole outside her village. There she befriends a baby elephant she names Mbegu, Swahili for seed. <br> <br> <br> <br> When Mbegu's mother, frightened by poachers, stampedes, Jama and Mbegu are blamed for two deaths--one elephant and one human. Now Leku, whose mysterious and imposing father is head ranger at the conservancy, may be their only lifeline. <br> <br> <br> <br> Inspired by true events, <i>The Elephant Girl</i> is a moving exploration of the bonds between creatures and the power of belonging.
Next Recommended Book

Under Currents

Book #61 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 Elephant Girl?

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

Can I read Elephant Girl before Shelter In Place?

No. We recommend reading Shelter In Place first. Elephant Girl is the 61th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Elephant Girl 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 Elephant Girl in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Elephant Girl is Under Currents (Book #61).