J. Robert Kennedy Reading Order
8 series · 85 books
J. Robert Kennedy is a prolific thriller and mystery author who has published over eighty-five books since 2010 across multiple interconnected series. His work spans military action with the Delta Force Unleashed novels, historical detective mysteries featuring Shakespeare, and contemporary thrillers centered on protagonists like James Acton and Special Agent Dylan Kane. Kennedy's output demonstrates a mastery of fast-paced plotting and genre versatility, making him a significant figure in modern thriller fiction.
Delta Force Unleashed Series
Ongoing12 books (2015–2025)
Start with Infidels, the first of 12 books in the Delta Force Unleashed series.
Start this series with Infidels
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Detective Shakespeare Mysteries Series
Complete3 books (2011–2012)
Start with Depraved Difference and read in order.
Start this series with Depraved Difference
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James Acton Thrillers Series
Ongoing42 books (2010–2025)
Start with The Protocol, the first of 42 books in the James Acton Thrillers series.
Start this series with The Protocol
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Just Jack Thrillers Series
Likely Complete2 books (2023–2023)
Start with Jack Be Nimble and read in order.
Start this series with Jack Be Nimble
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Ongoing15 books (2013–2024)
Start with Cold Warriors, the first of 15 books in the Special Agent Dylan Kane series.
Start this series with Cold Warriors
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Templar Detective Series
Likely Complete8 books (2017–2022)
Start with The Templar Detective, the first of 8 books in the Templar Detective series.
Start this series with The Templar Detective
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Wolfgang Vogel Mystery Series
Complete2 books (2019–2020)
Start with The Colonel's Wife and read in order.
Start this series with The Colonel's Wife
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Complete1 book (2012–2012)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has J. Robert Kennedy written?
- J. Robert Kennedy has written 85 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each J. Robert Kennedy series?
- Here are the first books in J. Robert Kennedy's series: Delta Force Unleashed: Infidels; Detective Shakespeare Mysteries: Depraved Difference; James Acton Thrillers: The Protocol; Just Jack Thrillers: Jack Be Nimble; Special Agent Dylan Kane: Cold Warriors.
- What order should I read J. Robert Kennedy's books?
- We recommend reading J. Robert Kennedy's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is J. Robert Kennedy still writing new books?
- Yes, J. Robert Kennedy has 3 ongoing series: Delta Force Unleashed, James Acton Thrillers, Special Agent Dylan Kane.