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The Cornwalls Are Gone
James Patterson

The Cornwalls Are Gone

Quick Answer

Read "The Cornwalls Are Gone" as the 90th book in the Murder Bookshots (Standalone Novellas) sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Killer Insticts" (Book 89)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 90th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2019352 pp
After a harrowing tour in Afghanistan, intelligence officer Amy Cornwall is eager to return home to her husband and their young daughter. But as soon as she steps into the house, she knows that something is terribly wrong. HER FAMILY IS MISSING The kidnappers leave a message- if she wants to see her husband and daughter alive again, Amy must complete a near impossible task ... and she has 48 hours to do it. SHE'LL DO WHATEVER IT TAKES TO BRING THEM HOME Alone, afraid and officially AWOL, Amy will sacrifice everything to find her family - her career, her reputation, maybe even her own life ...
Next Recommended Book

Kidnapped

Book #93 of 51 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 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 The Cornwalls Are Gone?

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

Can I read The Cornwalls Are Gone before Killer Insticts?

No. We recommend reading Killer Insticts first. The Cornwalls Are Gone is the 90th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is The Cornwalls Are Gone 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 The Cornwalls Are Gone in the reading order?

The next recommended book after The Cornwalls Are Gone is Kidnapped (Book #93).