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The 8th Confession

Quick Answer

Read "The 8th Confession" as the 8th book in the Women's Murder Club sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "7th Heaven" (Book 7)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 8th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2010
Detective Lindsay Boxer and the Women's Murder Club investigate a string of brutal murders that seem to be tied to a mysterious confession hidden for decades. As the team uncovers a web of secrets involving a powerful religious sect, they must race against time to stop the killer before the eighth confession is made and another victim falls.
Next Recommended Book

9th Judgment

Book #9 of 18 in Series

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

Medium Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Women's Murder Club conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading The 8th Confession?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read The 8th Confession before 7th Heaven?

No. We recommend reading 7th Heaven first. The 8th Confession is the 8th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is The 8th Confession required reading for the Women's Murder Club?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after The 8th Confession in the reading order?

The next recommended book after The 8th Confession is 9th Judgment (Book #9).