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J. Jackson Bentley Reading Order

10 series Β· 28 books

J. Jackson Bentley is a British thriller writer who has published over two dozen novels since 2010, establishing himself across ten distinct series. His work spans international settings, with his City of London and Emirate of Dubai series exploring crime and suspense in contrasting urban landscapes. Bentley's prolific output includes the Alex Carter investigative series and the Rix Flix short story collection, demonstrating range in both novel-length narratives and shorter fiction formats.

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Alex Carter Series

Complete

1 book (2010–2010)

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City of London Series

Likely Complete

7 books (2010–2023)

The City of London mystery series by J. Jackson Bentley comprises seven books published between 2010 and 2023, following publication order from 48 Hours through When the Hammer Falls. The series appears to be complete as of its latest release. Each installment builds on the previous entries, making it essential to read them in the order they were published to fully appreciate the developing narrative and character arcs.

Start with 48 Hours, the first of 7 books in the City of London series.

Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2021–2021)

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Emirate of Dubai Series

Complete

2 books (2012–2014)

The Emirate of Dubai is a two-book mystery and thriller series by J. Jackson Bentley, published between 2012 and 2014. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Shadow of the Burj followed by Lure of the Falcon.

Start with Shadow of the Burj and read in order.

Start this series with Shadow of the Burj

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Rix Flix Short Stories Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2022–2022)

J. Jackson Bentley's Rix Flix Short Stories collection consists of two mystery and thriller entries published in 2022. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Hufflepuff Heist followed by Zero Days Without Incident.

Start with The Hufflepuff Heist and read in order.

Start this series with The Hufflepuff Heist

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The Hufflepuff Heist
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Zero Days Without Incident

RixFlix Short Story Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2022–2022)

J. Jackson Bentley's RixFlix Short Story series consists of three mystery and thriller entries published in 2022: Don't Go Alone!, Murder at the Raven's Claw, and The Hoogflpaff Enigma. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order to fully experience the stories as intended.

Start with Don't Go Alone! and read in order.

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Murder at the Raven's Claw
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The Hoogflpaff Enigma

Royal Thrillers Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2022–2023)

The Royal Thrillers series by J. Jackson Bentley is a two-book mystery thriller collection published between 2022 and 2023. Begin with The Platinum Stiletto followed by The Coronation Conundrum, reading them in the order they were released. The series appears to be complete at this time.

Start with The Platinum Stiletto and read in order.

Start this series with The Platinum Stiletto

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The Platinum Stiletto
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The Coronation Conundrum

The Lowestoft Murder Mysteries Series

Ongoing

2 books (2024–2025)

The Lowestoft Murder Mysteries is an ongoing mystery series by J. Jackson Bentley featuring two books published in 2024 and 2025. Reading these entries in publication order, beginning with In The Morning Light followed by The Quirkiest Detective, provides the intended narrative progression. The series continues to expand with additional mysteries set in this distinctive coastal English town.

Start with In The Morning Light and read in order.

Start this series with In The Morning Light

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In The Morning Light
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The Quirkiest Detective

Wessex Thrillers Series

Ongoing

5 books (2023–2025)

The Wessex Thrillers is an ongoing mystery series by J. Jackson Bentley comprising five books published between 2023 and 2025. These entries should be read in publication order, beginning with Root & Branch, followed by The Confessor, The Folly of Youth, Dogged, and The RV Detective. The series continues to expand with new installments planned.

Start with Root & Branch, the first of 5 books in the Wessex Thrillers series.

White House Trilogy Series

Ongoing

3 books (2024–2024)

J. Jackson Bentley's White House Trilogy is a three-book mystery and thriller series that began in 2024 with Call the Vice President, followed by Murder at 1600 and The Girl Who Woke Up Speaking Mandarin. The series is ongoing and should be read in publication order to fully appreciate the developing storylines. Each installment builds upon the previous entries, making sequential reading essential for readers invested in the unfolding narrative.

Start with Call the Vice President and read in order.

Start this series with Call the Vice President

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Call the Vice President
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The Girl Who Woke Up Speaking Mandarin

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has J. Jackson Bentley written?
J. Jackson Bentley has written 28 books across 10 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2025.
What is the first book in each J. Jackson Bentley series?
Here are the first books in J. Jackson Bentley's series: City of London: 48 Hours; Emirate of Dubai: Shadow of the Burj; Rix Flix Short Stories: The Hufflepuff Heist; RixFlix Short Story: Don't Go Alone!; Royal Thrillers: The Platinum Stiletto.
What order should I read J. Jackson Bentley's books?
We recommend reading J. Jackson Bentley's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is J. Jackson Bentley still writing new books?
Yes, J. Jackson Bentley has 3 ongoing series: The Lowestoft Murder Mysteries, Wessex Thrillers, White House Trilogy.

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