Jack Carter Books in Order

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The Jack Carter series, written by Ted Lewis and published between 1970 and 1974, centers on the titular character navigating a world where crime and respectability intersect. Set in a gritty, socially complex environment, the series explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and survival through the experiences of Jack Carter. The stories often involve high-stakes situations that test his resolve and relationships within a criminal underworld.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Jack's return home

    Jack's return home

    1970 · Ted Lewis

    Jack's Return Home is a 1970 novel by British writer Ted Lewis. It was adapted into the 1971 film Get Carter, starring Michael Caine as Jack Carter.…

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  2. Jack Carter and the Mafia Pigeon

    1974 · Ted Lewis

    Jack Carter and the Mafia Pigeon is a 1974 book by Ted Lewis. It is part of the series Jack Carter. Catalog genres: Literary Fiction. The listed…

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  3. Jack Carter's law

    1974 · Ted Lewis

    Jack Carter's Law is a 1974 British crime novel by Ted Lewis. It serves as a prequel to his earlier work Jack's Return Home (1970), which was adapted…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Jack Carter books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Jack's return home”. Start with “Jack's return home.”

How many books are in the Jack Carter series?

We list 3 books by Ted Lewis , published between 1970–1974.

Where can I buy the Jack Carter books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.