J.D. Barker Reading Order
3 series · 20 books
J.D. Barker is an accomplished American writer known for his gripping suspense thrillers that blend horror, crime, and the supernatural. With a prolific output of 20 books spanning three series, including the popular Shadow Cove Saga and 4MK, he has captivated readers since his debut in 2014. His notable work, Forsaken, gained recognition as a Bram Stoker Award finalist, showcasing his talent in the genre through 2026.
4MK Series
Complete3 books (2017–2019)
Start with The Fourth Monkey and read in order.
Shadow Cove Saga Series
Complete1 book (2014–2014)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Forsaken 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing16 books (2018–2026)
Start with Dracul(With: Dacre Stoker), the first of 16 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Dracul(With: Dacre Stoker) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  She Has a Broken Thing Where Her Heart Should Be 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Coast-to-Coast Murders(With: James Patterson) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | A Caller's Game 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Noise(With: James Patterson) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Death of the Black Widow(With: James Patterson) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Behind a Closed Door 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Confessions of the Dead(With: James Patterson) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Heavy Are the Stones(With: Christine Daigle) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Something I Keep Upstairs 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Finer Things(With: Kyle Dunn) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | The Lies We Tell(With: Richard Bailey) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | The Writer / The Imperfect Murder(With: James Patterson) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | We Don't Talk About Emma(With: E.J. Findorff) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | The Probability of Murder(With: Patrick Logan) 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | The Quiet Neighbor(With: Adam Roach) 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has J.D. Barker written?
- J.D. Barker has written 20 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2014 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each J.D. Barker series?
- Here are the first books in J.D. Barker's series: 4MK: The Fourth Monkey.
- What order should I read J.D. Barker's books?
- We recommend reading J.D. Barker's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is J.D. Barker still writing new books?
- Yes, J.D. Barker has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.