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End Of Watch
Stephen King

End Of Watch

Quick Answer

Read "End Of Watch" as the 3rd book in the Bill Hodges Trilogy sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Debated Order

This order is debated among readers

Community consensus varies on the placement of this title. Our order favors narrative impact over strict chronology.

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 3rd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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A suspenseful closing volume. Brady Hartsfield, the Mercedes killer, returns to diabolically drive his victims to suicide in this last installment, starring the ever more winning Bill Hodges and Holly Gibney.
Next Recommended Book

The Bill Hodges Trilogy Boxed Set

Book #4 of 4 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

low 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 Bill Hodges Trilogy 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 End Of Watch?

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

Can I read End Of Watch before Finders Keepers?

No. We recommend reading Finders Keepers first. End Of Watch is the 3th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is End Of Watch required reading for the Bill Hodges Trilogy?

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

What comes after End Of Watch in the reading order?

The next recommended book after End Of Watch is The Bill Hodges Trilogy Boxed Set (Book #4).