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Start with Only Time Will Tell and continue through all 7 books in the listed reading order.
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Book 1 by Jeffrey Archer
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The Clifton Chronicles reading order
Ends with This Was a Man
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Book 1:Only Time Will Tell
Jeffrey Archer
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- 2
Book 2:The Sins of the Father
Jeffrey Archer
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- 3
Book 3:Best Kept Secret
Jeffrey Archer
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- 4
Book 4:Be Careful What You Wish For
Jeffrey Archer • 2014
A late-night accident leaves the Clifton and Barrington families waiting for news that could change everything. While they brace for the personal fallout, a ruthless corporate battle puts their shipping empire at risk...
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Book 5:Mightier Than the Sword
Jeffrey Archer • 2015
A violent attack at sea jolts the Clifton and Barrington world and sets off a chain of political and corporate consequences. As Harry takes on a new public role, Giles faces a dangerous international situation, and th...
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Book 6:Cometh the Hour
Jeffrey Archer • 2016
A death and a scandal rip through Westminster and force the Barrington-Clifton circle into damage control. Between high-stakes politics and Cold War maneuvering, the family must decide who to trust—and how far they’ll...
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Book 7:This Was a Man
Jeffrey Archer • 2016
The Clifton Chronicles reaches its finale with a single act of violence that throws every relationship into question. As careers, marriages, and legacies hang in the balance, the family faces the consequences of decad...
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The Clifton Chronicles FAQ
What is the best order to read the The Clifton Chronicles series?
The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with Only Time Will Tell.
How many books are in the The Clifton Chronicles series?
There are 7 books currently listed in the The Clifton Chronicles series on GurusReads.
Where should I start with the The Clifton Chronicles series?
New readers should start with Only Time Will Tell, the first book in the reading order.
Is the The Clifton Chronicles series complete?
Based on the publication years we have, the series appears likely complete and spans releases from 2014 to 2016.