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Private Rogue
James Patterson

Private Rogue

Quick Answer

Read "Private Rogue" as the 15th book in the Private Series sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Private Dublin" (Book 14)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 15th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2022343 pp
<p><b>'Breathtaking twists and turns' </b>Anthony Horowitz<br><b>'An unmissable, breakneck ride' </b>James Swallow<br><b>'Exhilarating, high stakes action'</b> Lesley Kara<br><b>__________________________</b><br><b>In Afghanistan, a US Special Forces pilot is shot down during a covert mission.</b><b> <p>In New York, a mother is forced to flee with her two young children.</b> <p>A wealthy businessman approaches Jack Morgan, head of Private - the world's largest investigation agency - with a desperate plea to track down his daughter and grandchildren, who have disappeared without a trace. <p>What at first seems to be a simple missing persons case soon escalates into something much more deadly, when Jack discovers the daughter is being pursued by highly trained operatives. <p>As Jack uncovers more of the woman's backstory, the trail leads towards Afghanistan - where Jack's career as a US Marine ended in catastrophe . . . <p><b>Jack will need to face the trauma of his past to save a family's future.</b><br><b>__________________________</b><br><b>Readers love <i>Private Rogue</i>: </b> <p><b>'Yet again James Patterson gives us a fast-paced, easy to read thriller'<br>'A fast-paced thriller that does not fail to please with its twists and turns'</b><br><b>'It's fast paced, authentic and grabbed me from the first page. Roll on the next one'</b><br><b>'The kind of brilliant storytelling that makes me power to the last page'</b></p>
Next Recommended Book

Private Rome

Book #16 of 18 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 Private Series 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 Private Rogue?

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

Can I read Private Rogue before Private Dublin?

No. We recommend reading Private Dublin first. Private Rogue is the 15th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Private Rogue required reading for the Private Series?

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

What comes after Private Rogue in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Private Rogue is Private Rome (Book #16).