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The King and Maxwell series by David Baldacci consists of six novels published between 2003 and 2013, centering on Sean King and Michelle Maxwell, former Secret Service agents who transition into private investigation. Their work involves uncovering crimes that escalate into larger threats involving national security and organized conspiracies. Each novel follows their investigations into complex cases that expose hidden truths and bring them into conflict with influential individuals and institutions. The series emphasizes their professional partnership and the personal challenges they face while navigating high-pressure situations. Set in the United States, the books maintain a consistent focus on the duo’s efforts to resolve cases with significant implications beyond the immediate crime. The subsequent titles are Hour Game (2004), Simple Genius (2007), First Family (2009), The Sixth Man (2011), and King and Maxwell (2013).
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon2003 · David Baldacci
Split Second is a tale of two disgraced Secret Service agents racing against time to find the common thread that connects a series of assassinations…
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Buy on Amazon2004 · David Baldacci
A 2004 novel by David Baldacci. Someone is copying famous serial killers, and a woman is found murdered in the woods in what seems like a simple case…
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Buy on Amazon2007 · David Baldacci
In a world where secrets hold power, human genius can be dangerous. Two secret institutions face each other across a guarded river, one a mysterious…
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Buy on Amazon2009 · David Baldacci
First Family is a 2009 novel by David Baldacci, following the bestseller Simple Genius, featuring former Secret Service agents turned private…
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Buy on Amazon2011 · David Baldacci
A 2011 novel by David Baldacci. Edgar Roy, an alleged serial killer awaiting trial and facing near-certain conviction, is defended with help from…
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Buy on Amazon2013 · David Baldacci
Sean King and Michelle Maxwell return in a new thriller by David Baldacci, the #1 New York Times bestselling author. The story follows the two…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the King and Maxwell books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Split Second”. Start with “Split Second.”
How many books are in the King and Maxwell series?
We list 6 books by David Baldacci , published between 2003–2013.
Where can I buy the King and Maxwell books?
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