Treasure Hunters Series
Reading Order.
Start Treasure Hunters Series by James Patterson with "Treasure Hunters", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.
The Kidd siblings—Storm, Tommy, Bick, and Beck—travel the world using their knowledge of history and treasure hunting skills to find lost artifacts and their missing parents.
Reader's Guide
This series spans 8 main titles released between 2015 and 2020. For the best experience, we recommend following the Publication Order below to preserve key plot reveals.
Short Answer:
Start with "Treasure Hunters"
To experience the narrative as intended, read the main sequence in Publication Order.Ignore novellas and side stories until you finish the first 3 core novels. This resolves all timeline confusion and preserves every major twist.
Community Consensus
"There is no clear consensus on the starting point. Readers are divided between reading the Hunter's duology (Sacred Hunt) first for chronological completeness, or starting with the first three House War books (HW 1-3) for better initial writing quality and series investment. Reading HW 1-3 first means key story pieces may be missing, while reading the Hunter's duology first results in repetition of events when subsequently reading HW 1-3."
The choice is between context and quality. Start with the Hunter's duology if you prefer all key plot elements upfront (the chronological approach), or start with House War 1-3 if you prioritize being properly invested due to better quality writing.
At a Glance
- First Book:Treasure Hunters
- Latest Book:The Plunder Down Under
- Timeline:2015 - 2020
Why This Order Is Confusing
Many reading lists for Treasure Hunters Series 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.
Can I skip the short stories?
Technically yes, but we strongly advise against it for Treasure Hunters Series. The shorter volumes often establish the core character motivations and world-building that the main saga assumes you already know.
I watched the show/movie first — where should I start?
Ignore the screen adaptations' timeline. Start with "Treasure Hunters" to see the original depth of the world. The books offer a significantly different (and usually more complete) experience than the on-screen versions.
Why do people disagree on the order?
Disagreement usually stems from the conflict between purely chronological order and publication order. Most long-term fans recommend publication order to preserve the emotional arc and mystery reveals.
Recommended Reading Order Strategy
The authoritative way to read the "Treasure Hunters Series" series is in Publication Order. Start with the first published book. It's the way the author intended the world to be revealed.This ensures you experience character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.
Complete Series Reading Order
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Is it okay to skip books in the Treasure Hunters Series series?
We recommend ignoring novellas and short stories until you finish the core sequence. However, main sequence novels should never be skipped as they contain critical character development and plot progression.
What is the best order to read Treasure Hunters Series?
The final answer for the best experience is to start with "Treasure Hunters" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as James Patterson intended.
Can I read Treasure Hunters Series books in any order?
No. The main narrative is strictly sequential. Skipping volumes or reading out of order will lead to significant plot spoilers and confusion regarding character arcs.
Are there spin-offs or companion books?
Yes, the Treasure Hunters Series universe includes several companion works. These are marked as 'Optional' in our guide and can be read at any time without disrupting the main storyline.