Jane Smith books in order

The Jane Smith series by Mike Lupica features five crime thrillers following a female protagonist through cases with ticking-clock stakes.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 12 Months to Live 2023 Mike Lupica Buy
2 Hard To Kill / 8 Months Left 2024 Mike Lupica Buy
3 Hard to Kill 2024 Mike Lupica N/A
4 Never Say Die 2025 Mike Lupica N/A
5 The Hamptons Lawyer / Never Say Die 2025 Mike Lupica Buy

The Jane Smith series is Mike Lupica’s most recent thriller creation. Starting with 12 Months to Live in 2023, the series follows a protagonist whose cases come with life-or-death urgency. Hard to Kill and Never Say Die continue the momentum, with titles that emphasize Smith’s resilience and the danger she faces. The Hamptons setting adds a layer of wealth and privilege to the crime fiction.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Jane Smith series?

There are five books in the Jane Smith series, published between 2023 and 2025.

What is the first book in the Jane Smith series?

The first book in the Jane Smith series is 12 Months to Live, published in 2023.

Who is Jane Smith?

“Jane Smith is the protagonist of Mike Lupica’s thriller series, starting with 12 Months to Live (2023). The series follows her through cases with urgent time pressure — the first book’s title sets up a ticking clock, and Hard to Kill and Never Say Die suggest a protagonist who keeps surviving against the odds.”

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