Kane and Abel
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Kane and Abel (1979)
Start with Kane and Abel (1979), the story of two men born on the same day in 1906 who become rivals.
Start with Kane and Abel (1979), the story of two men born on the same day in 1906 who become rivals. The Prodigal Daughter (1982) follows their children and is best read second.
The complete reading order for the Kane and Abel series by Jeffrey Archer. Below you'll find the authoritative guide on how to read the books in order, including publication dates and chronological timeline placements.
Where to start
Start with Kane and Abel (1979), the story of two men born on the same day in 1906 who become rivals. The Prodigal Daughter (1982) follows their children and is best read second.
- •Shall We Tell the President? was first published in 1977, before Kane and Abel. Archer revised it in 1986 to feature Florentyna Kane in order to link it with the other two novels, so it is listed as an optional extra at the end.
- •Jeffrey Archer also wrote many standalone novels, including Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less (1976), First Among Equals (1984), As the Crow Flies (1991) and Heads You Win (2018). They are not part of Kane and Abel, the Clifton Chronicles or William Warwick and can be read in any order.
At a Glance
- First Book:Kane and Abel
- Latest Book:Shall We Tell the President?
- Timeline:1979 - 1977
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Frequently Asked Questions
What order should I read Kane and Abel in?
Start with Kane and Abel (1979), the story of two men born on the same day in 1906 who become rivals. The Prodigal Daughter (1982) follows their children and is best read second.
How many books are in Kane and Abel?
2 main books, published 1979–1982, plus 1 side story.
Can I read Kane and Abel out of order?
It's best not to. The books build on each other, so reading out of order spoils earlier twists.
Which books in Kane and Abel are prequels, novellas or side stories?
"Shall We Tell the President?". Each is placed in the reading order below.