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Code Name

by William W Johnstone

7 books Started 2000 Latest 2005
Publication Reading Order

The Code Name is a Western / Thriller series by William W Johnstone, made up of 7 books published between 2000 and 2005. It begins with Code Name: Payback (2000), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Code Name: Kill Zone (2005), spanning 5 years of storytelling.

7books
5years active
~0.8yrs between books
2005latest release
# Title Year Buy
1 Code Name: Payback 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Code Name: Survival 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Code Name: Death 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Code Name: Coldfire 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Code Name: Quickstrike 2003 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Code Name: Extreme Prejudice 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Code Name: Kill ZoneLatest 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Code Name series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Code Name series?

Start with Code Name: Payback (2000), the first book in the Code Name series by William W Johnstone. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Code Name series?

There are 7 books in the Code Name series by William W Johnstone, published between 2000 and 2005.

What is the first book in the Code Name series?

The first book in the Code Name series is Code Name: Payback, published in 2000 by William W Johnstone.

What is the latest book in the Code Name series?

The most recent book in the Code Name series is Code Name: Kill Zone (2005) by William W Johnstone.

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About William W Johnstone

William W. Johnstone was a prolific American Western and thriller writer. Born in 1938 in Guthrie, Oklahoma, Johnstone developed a love for writing at a young age. After serving in the United States Air Force, he began his writing career in the 1970s. Johnstone became known for his fast-paced, action-packed novels, often featuring iconic Western characters such as Preacher, Tom Horn, and Flintlock. He wrote over 300 books, including the "Lonesome Dove" series, "The Mountain Man" series, and "The Last Gunfighter" series. Johnstone's books have sold over 40 million copies worldwide and have been translated into several languages. He received numerous awards, including the Western Writers of America Spur Award for Best Paperback Original Novel in 1998 for "The Devil's Sleep." Despite his critical success, Johnstone remained a humble and down-to-earth man. He passed away in 2023, leaving behind a legacy of beloved Western tales that continue to entertain readers.

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