James Flynn books in order

The James Flynn series by Jack Patterson features six political thrillers published between 2013 and 2025, blending government conspiracies with action-driven plots.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Warren Omissions 2013 Jack Patterson / R.J. Patterson Buy
2 Imminent Threat 2015 Jack Patterson / R.J. Patterson Buy
3 The Cooper Affair 2015 Jack Patterson / R.J. Patterson Buy
4 Seeds of War 2016 Jack Patterson / R.J. Patterson Buy
5 Polar Vortex 2024 Jack Patterson / R.J. Patterson Buy
6 Lunar Deception 2025 Jack Patterson / R.J. Patterson Buy

The James Flynn series started in 2013 with The Warren Omissions and initially ran through four books by 2016. Flynn is caught up in political conspiracies and covert operations that blur the line between government service and personal survival. The early books were published under the Jack Patterson name alongside the Cal Murphy mysteries.

After an eight-year hiatus while Patterson focused on other series, James Flynn returned in 2024 with Polar Vortex, followed by Lunar Deception in 2025. The revival suggests Patterson had unfinished business with the character. Long-time fans of the series now have new installments to look forward to, while the break also makes this a natural point for new readers to pick up the series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the James Flynn series?

There are six books in the James Flynn series, published between 2013 and 2025.

What is the first book in the James Flynn series?

The first book in the James Flynn series is The Warren Omissions, published in 2013.

Why is there a long gap between books in the James Flynn series?

After publishing Seeds of War in 2016, Patterson focused on other series including Brady Hawk, Titus Black, and The Phoenix Chronicles. He returned to James Flynn in 2024 with Polar Vortex, continuing the series after an eight-year break.

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