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Bump In The Night
Nora Roberts

Bump In The Night

Quick Answer

"Bump In The Night" is an optional companion work. It can be read at any time, though it is usually best enjoyed after reading the first few core novels of the Standalone Novels.

Quick Verdict

🟡 Optional side story — not required for main plot

❓ Can I skip this book?
✅ Yes — Optional

This is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not strictly necessary to follow the main plot.

Verdict Insight: While this novella provides deeper world-building, it is a standalone story and can be read at any stage.

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201462 ppNovellaOptional Side Story
<p>Necromancy means never having to say good-bye.</p> <p>Consumption has claimed the life of Adel St. Claire, cutting him down in his prime. But his lover, Josef Leitner, isn't ready to let him go. To get Adel back, Josef is willing to risk the anger of Adel's family, make unsavory deals with a corrupt mortician, and challenge the authority of death itself. </p> <p>Even if he can reanimate Adel's body, Josef's next challenge may be more daunting still: when a man returns from the dead, what will it take to satisfy his needs? </p> HR <p>Note: This is a standalone release of a story that originally appeared in the Bump in the Night anthology.</p>
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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 Bump In The Night?

This is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not strictly necessary to follow the main plot.

Can I read Bump In The Night before Rogue Lawyer?

Yes. Bump In The Night is an optional side story and can be read at any time without spoiling the main series plot.

Is Bump In The Night required reading for the Standalone Novels?

No, it is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not essential to the central storyline.

What comes after Bump In The Night in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Bump In The Night is Tumor (Book #27).