"How many books are in the Payne \u0026 Jones series?"

"There are nine books in the Payne \u0026 Jones series, published between 2000 and 2018."

"What is the first book in the Payne \u0026 Jones series?"

"The first book in the Payne \u0026 Jones series is The Plantation, published in 2000."

Payne & Jones books in order

Q: "Do the Payne \u0026 Jones books need to be read in order?"

"Each book has a self-contained plot that can be read independently, but the relationship between Payne and Jones develops across the series. Reading in publication order gives the fullest sense of their partnership and the way Kuzneski raises the stakes with each new adventure."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	The Plantation	2000	Payne & Jones	Buy
2	Sign of the Cross	2006	Payne & Jones	Buy
3	Sword of God	2007	Payne & Jones	Buy
4	The Lost Throne	2008	Payne & Jones	Buy
5	The Prophecy	2009	Payne & Jones	Buy
6	The Secret Crown	2010	Payne & Jones	Buy
7	The Death Relic	2011	Payne & Jones	Buy
8	The Einstein Pursuit	2013	Payne & Jones	Buy
9	The Malta Escape	2018	Payne & Jones	Buy

The Payne & Jones series by Chris Kuzneski follows Jonathon Payne and David Jones, two former military operatives who keep getting pulled into dangerous situations involving historical secrets and modern conspiracies. The nine books span nearly two decades of publication, from The Plantation in 2000 to The Malta Escape in 2018.

Each novel sends the pair to a different location and centers on a different historical mystery — Sign of the Cross involves Vatican secrets, The Lost Throne chases ancient Greek artifacts, and The Einstein Pursuit follows a trail connected to the physicist’s hidden work. The format stays consistent: fast pacing, exotic locations, and a partnership built on loyalty and dark humor.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Payne & Jones series?

There are nine books in the Payne & Jones series, published between 2000 and 2018.

What is the first book in the Payne & Jones series?

The first book in the Payne & Jones series is The Plantation, published in 2000.

Do the Payne & Jones books need to be read in order?

Each book has a self-contained plot that can be read independently, but the relationship between Payne and Jones develops across the series. Reading in publication order gives the fullest sense of their partnership and the way Kuzneski raises the stakes with each new adventure.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order