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The Moores Are Missing
James Patterson

The Moores Are Missing

Quick Answer

Read "The Moores Are Missing" as the 15th book in the Murder Bookshots (Standalone Novellas) sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Boys Will Be Boys" (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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2017496 pp
The Moores are missing: In a placid suburban town, the Moores, a perfect family, suddenly vanish without a trace. The housewife: Former chief of detectives Maggie Denning is adjusting to a quiet new life in the suburbs, staying home with baby twins. One morning she sees a limo dropping off a glamorous woman at a nearby home. When she discovers that the same woman has been murdered, she starts asking questions around the neighborhood. Absolute zero: Framed for murder, Special Forces veteran Cody Thurston will stop at nothing to get revenge.
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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 Moores Are Missing?

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

Can I read The Moores Are Missing before Boys Will Be Boys?

No. We recommend reading Boys Will Be Boys first. The Moores Are Missing is the 15th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is The Moores Are Missing 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 Moores Are Missing in the reading order?

The next recommended book after The Moores Are Missing is Lies He Told Me (Book #17).