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The John Slocum Series in Order

The John Slocum series can be read in any order, though starting with Hanging Justice provides the clearest introduction to the setting and recurring characters. It follows John Slocum, a wandering gunslinger, as he faces outlaws, bandits, and frontier conflicts across the American West.

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John Slocum Books in Order

430 books total 200 main + 230 companion books

Complete reading order for the John Slocum series.

#
Title
Date
Rating
6
Apr 1987
9
Jan 2010
11
Jul 1980
16
Feb 1998
17
Dec 1980
18
Jun 1979
19
Oct 1981
20
Feb 1980
22
Jun 1979
26
Dec 1980
27
Feb 1981
29
May 1981
30
Jul 1981
31
Jun 1981
32
Sep 1981
35
Nov 1981
36
Nov 1981
37
Dec 1981
39
Mar 1982
40
Jan 2010
41
Dec 1989
42
May 1982
44
Jul 1984
45
Nov 1982
46
Jan 1982
48
Nov 1982
50
Feb 1983
53
May 1983
54
Jun 1983
55
Jul 1983
56
Aug 1983
58
Dec 1983
59
Nov 1983
60
Dec 1983
65
May 1984
67
Jul 1984
68
Aug 1984
72
Dec 1984
73
Jan 1985
83
Nov 1985
84
Dec 1985
85
Jan 1986
86
Feb 1986
95
Nov 1986
99
Mar 1987
101
May 1987
113
May 1988
121
Jan 1989
122
Feb 1989
123
Mar 1989
127
Jul 1989
130
Oct 1989
131
Oct 1989
134
Feb 1990
135
Mar 1990
137
May 1990
139
Jul 1990
142
Nov 1990
146
Mar 1991
148
May 1991
154
Nov 1991
159
Apr 1992
166
Dec 1992
167
Jan 1993
168
Feb 1993
172
Jun 1993
178
Dec 1993
181
Mar 1994
186
Aug 1994
195
May 1995
200
Oct 1995
201
Nov 1995

How to Read the John Slocum series

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Mostly standalone stories with recurring characters in a shared setting.

The John Slocum series does not need to be read in order. Each book tells a complete story with its own conflict and resolution. Continuity is limited to recurring characters and the Western setting. Reading out of order does not cause confusion, as each volume introduces the protagonist and plot independently.

About the John Slocum series

Series Premise

The John Slocum series centers on adult Western adventures featuring a lone drifter. Each book presents Slocum taking on new challenges in different locations. The structure delivers episodic tales of survival and justice in the post-Civil War era.

Main Characters

John Slocum serves as the central gunslinger protagonist, a skilled fighter with a code of honor. Stories often include temporary allies or adversaries he encounters during his travels.

Setting

The books take place across the 19th-century American West, including frontier towns, ranches, and trails. The setting emphasizes lawless regions and the challenges of life after the Civil War.

Tone & Themes

The tone is action-oriented with adult elements. Themes include personal justice, survival in a harsh land, moral ambiguity, and the consequences of violence in a lawless society.

Is This Series Worth Reading?

This series appeals to readers who enjoy classic Western adventures with a wandering hero. It suits fans of fast-paced stories with frontier action and moral dilemmas.

Content Warnings and Heat Level

Books include violence, adult situations, and explicit content consistent with the genre. The heat level features sexual scenes.

The John Slocum series offers independent Western adventures centered on a consistent gunslinger. Readers seeking the John Slocum books in order can start with any title for a complete story. The recurring protagonist and Western setting provide familiarity across the long-running volumes.

FAQ

How many books are in the John Slocum series?

430 books total: 200 main + 230 companion books

When will the next book in the series be released?

No new book is currently scheduled. The latest book, Slocum's Silver Burden, was published in November 2014.

When was the most recent book released?

Slocum's Silver Burden was published in November 2014.

What was the first book in the series?

The first book in the series is North to Dakota, published in January 1970.

What genre is the John Slocum series?

The series primarily falls into the Historical genre.

Do you need to read the John Slocum series in order?

No, the books do not need to be read in order. Each story stands on its own, but recurring characters and the shared setting connect the series.

What is the John Slocum series about?

The John Slocum series centers on adult Western adventures featuring a lone drifter. Each book presents Slocum taking on new challenges in different locations. The structure delivers episodic tales of survival and justice in the post-Civil War era.

Is the John Slocum series finished?

The series does not currently have a new book scheduled.