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The Cornwalls Vanish
James Patterson

The Cornwalls Vanish

Quick Answer

Read "The Cornwalls Vanish" as the 28th book in the Standalone Novels sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "The President Is Missing" (Book 27)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 28th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2019352 pp
When a renowned family disappears from their yacht in the Bahamas, a young investigator must uncover the truth behind the seemingly impossible vanishing act.
Next Recommended Book

The Rooster Bar*

Book #28 of 524 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 Standalone Novels 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 Vanish?

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

Can I read The Cornwalls Vanish before The President Is Missing?

No. We recommend reading The President Is Missing first. The Cornwalls Vanish is the 28th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is The Cornwalls Vanish required reading for the Standalone Novels?

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

What comes after The Cornwalls Vanish in the reading order?

The next recommended book after The Cornwalls Vanish is The Rooster Bar* (Book #28).