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Private Royals
James Patterson

Private Royals

Quick Answer

"Private Royals" is an optional companion work. It can be read at any time, though it is usually best enjoyed after reading the first few core novels of the Private Series.

Quick Verdict

🟡 Optional side story — not required for main plot

âť“ Can I skip this book?
✅ Yes — Optional

This is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not strictly necessary to follow the main plot.

Verdict Insight: While this novella provides deeper world-building, it is a standalone story and can be read at any stage.

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2016160 ppNovellaOptional Side Story
James Patterson's BookShots. Short, fast-paced, high-impact entertainment.<br> <br> Jack Morgan is visiting Peter Knight and the team in the London branch of his investigation agency, Private.<br> <br> At a cocktail party the night before the Trooping the Colour parade for the Queen's 90th birthday, Jack receives a phone call from the Duke of Aldershot saying that his daughter, Abbie, has been kidnapped. He needs Private on the case - one word to the police and Abbie will be killed.<br> <br> Jack will have to find Abbie before 11-00 a.m. the next morning, or the kidnapping will turn to murder.
Next Recommended Book

Private Royals 2

Book #18 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 Royals?

This is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not strictly necessary to follow the main plot.

Can I read Private Royals before Private Rome?

Yes. Private Royals is an optional side story and can be read at any time without spoiling the main series plot.

Is Private Royals required reading for the Private Series?

No, it is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not essential to the central storyline.

What comes after Private Royals in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Private Royals is Private Royals 2 (Book #18).