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Kisses At Midnight
James Patterson

Kisses At Midnight

Quick Answer

Read "Kisses At Midnight" as the 60th book in the Murder Bookshots (Standalone Novellas) sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "You've Been Warned - Again" (Book 59)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 60th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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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 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 Kisses At Midnight?

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

Can I read Kisses At Midnight before You've Been Warned - Again?

No. We recommend reading You've Been Warned - Again first. Kisses At Midnight is the 60th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Kisses At Midnight 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 Kisses At Midnight in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Kisses At Midnight is Last Chance (Book #61).