J. B. Collins books in order

The J.B. Collins series by Joel C. Rosenberg in reading order. A three-book thriller about a journalist covering Middle Eastern crises.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Third Target 2015 Joel C. Rosenberg Buy
2 The First Hostage 2015 Joel C. Rosenberg Buy
3 Without Warning 2017 Joel C. Rosenberg Buy

The J.B. Collins series takes a different angle on Joel C. Rosenberg’s geopolitical thrillers by placing a journalist at the center of the action. Collins is a New York Times foreign correspondent who finds himself at the intersection of terrorist plots and diplomatic crises across three books published between 2015 and 2017.

The shift from intelligence operatives to a journalist protagonist gives Rosenberg a new lens for exploring his signature themes. Collins observes and reports on events that put him in danger, offering readers a perspective grounded in the realities of war correspondence rather than covert operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the J. B. Collins series?

There are three books in the J. B. Collins series, published between 2015 and 2017.

What is the first book in the J. B. Collins series?

The first book in the J. B. Collins series is The Third Target, published in 2015.

What is the J.B. Collins series about?

The J.B. Collins series follows a New York Times journalist who gets caught up in international crises across the Middle East. Starting with The Third Target (2015), Collins finds himself embedded in events involving ISIS, hostage situations, and geopolitical brinkmanship.

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