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Captive Star
Nora Roberts

Captive Star

Quick Answer

Start with "Captive Star" to begin the Stars of Mithra. It is the essential series starter and provides the necessary foundation for the rest of the books.

Quick Verdict

✅ Safe to read now (Series Entry Point)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: This is the essential series starter that introduces the Nora Roberts's core world and character arcs. It is required reading for all new fans.

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2020384 ppSeries Starter
Find out what happens next in the fan-favorite Stars of Mithra trilogy from #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts! M.J. O’Leary is used to punching first and asking questions later. So when bounty hunter Jack Dakota tries to arrest her for bail jumping, she doesn’t go down easily. Little does Jack know, getting involved with M.J. will land him in a world of trouble. On the run from hired killers, M.J. refuses to talk about who’s after her…or why she has a massive blue diamond hidden in her purse. M.J. and Jack are drawn to each other, despite their better judgment, but can Jack learn to trust M.J. when she has so many secrets?

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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 Stars of Mithra 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 Captive Star?

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

Can I read Captive Star before other books in the series?

Yes, Captive Star is the first book in the series and is the ideal starting point for new readers.

Is Captive Star required reading for the Stars of Mithra?

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

What comes after Captive Star in the reading order?

Currently, Captive Star is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.