Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
A Personal History Of Thirst |
1996 |
John Burdett |
Buy |
| 2 |
The Last Six Million Seconds |
1997 |
John Burdett |
Buy |
John Burdett’s two standalone novels predate his well-known Bangkok series. A Personal History Of Thirst appeared in 1996, followed by The Last Six Million Seconds in 1997. The latter is set in Hong Kong during the countdown to the British handover to China, a thriller that reflects Burdett’s interest in Asian cities and the tensions that run beneath their surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the John Burdett Standalone Novels series?
There are two books in the John Burdett Standalone Novels series, published between 1996 and 1997.
What is the first book in the John Burdett Standalone Novels series?
The first book in the John Burdett Standalone Novels series is A Personal History Of Thirst, published in 1996.
How do Burdett's standalone novels relate to his Bangkok series?
A Personal History Of Thirst (1996) and The Last Six Million Seconds (1997) were Burdett’s first published novels, written before he created Sonchai Jitpleecheep. The Last Six Million Seconds is set in Hong Kong during the 1997 handover, showing Burdett’s early interest in Asian settings and crime fiction.