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Secret Of The Forbidden City
James Patterson

Secret Of The Forbidden City

Quick Answer

Read "Secret Of The Forbidden City" as the 3rd book in the Treasure Hunters Series sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Danger Down The Nile" (Book 2)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 3rd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2015448 pp
"The Kidd children--including twelve-year-old twins Rebecca and Bickford--follow mysterious clues that take them from China to Germany, in the hopes of finding their missing father and the treasure that will finally free their kidnapped mother"--
Next Recommended Book

Ultimate Quest

Book #4 of 8 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 Treasure Hunters 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 Secret Of The Forbidden City?

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

Can I read Secret Of The Forbidden City before Danger Down The Nile?

No. We recommend reading Danger Down The Nile first. Secret Of The Forbidden City is the 3th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Secret Of The Forbidden City required reading for the Treasure Hunters Series?

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

What comes after Secret Of The Forbidden City in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Secret Of The Forbidden City is Ultimate Quest (Book #4).