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On Wings Of Eagles
Ken Follett

On Wings Of Eagles

Quick Answer

Read "On Wings Of Eagles" as the 14th book in the Standalone Novels sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "The Summons" (Book 13)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 14th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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When two of his American employees were held hostage in a heavily guarded prison fortress in Iran, one man took matters into his own hands: American businessman H. Ross Perot. His team consisted of a group of volunteers from the executive ranks of his corporation, hand-picked and trained by a retired Green Beret officer. To free the imprisoned Americans, they would face incalculable odds on a mission that only true heroes would have dared.…<br/><br/>“Superb…Ken Follett’s fans may be reluctant to see him return to fiction.” —The New York Times Book Review<br/><br/>“A marvelous, rare, terrific read…as exciting as a novel.” —USA Today
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The King Of Torts

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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 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 On Wings Of Eagles?

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

Can I read On Wings Of Eagles before The Summons?

No. We recommend reading The Summons first. On Wings Of Eagles is the 14th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is On Wings Of Eagles 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 On Wings Of Eagles in the reading order?

The next recommended book after On Wings Of Eagles is The King Of Torts (Book #14).