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Boy Soldier Books in Order

4 Books
2005 – 2007 Published
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Reading order
01
Traitor / Boy Soldier
Traitor / Boy Soldier
2005
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02
Payback
Payback
2005
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03
Avenger
Avenger
2006
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04
Meltdown
Meltdown
2007
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Recommended Reading Order

The Boy Soldier series (co-authored by former SAS operative Andy McNab and Robert Rigby) follows a direct, continuous storyline. Because the narrative tracks a single chronological arc—detailing Danny Watts's search for his grandfather Fergus and their subsequent adventures—it is highly recommended to read them in the order they were published.

  1. Boy Soldier (also published as Traitor in the US) (2005)
  2. Payback (2005)
  3. Avenger (2006)
  4. Meltdown (2007)

Publication Order vs. Chronological Order

There is no difference between the publication order and the chronological order for this series. The plot flows directly from the debut novel through to the final pages of the fourth book. Reading them out of order will spoil the major twists regarding Fergus's past and Danny's training.

Spin-Offs and Co-Authored Work

While Andy McNab is famous for his adult Nick Stone thrillers and solo young adult series like DropZone and Liam Scott, the Boy Soldier series is a self-contained four-book collaboration with playwright Robert Rigby. There are no official spin-offs or tie-ins featuring Danny or Fergus Watts, making this series easy to complete without navigating complex universe connections.

Frequently Asked

QWhere should I start reading the Boy Soldier series?

You should start with the first book, Boy Soldier (known as Traitor in the US). Reading the series from the beginning is necessary to understand Danny's character arc and the overarching plot.

QAre 'Boy Soldier' and 'Traitor' the same book?

Yes. Boy Soldier was published under the title Traitor for its United States release.

QDo I need to read Andy McNab's adult books to understand Boy Soldier?

No. The Boy Soldier series is completely standalone and aimed at young adult readers, requiring no prior knowledge of McNab's adult novels like the Nick Stone series.

QAre there any sequels or spin-offs featuring Danny Watts?

No. Meltdown (2007) serves as the conclusion to Danny Watts's story. Andy McNab has written other YA series such as DropZone and Liam Scott, but they feature different characters.

QWho wrote the Boy Soldier series?

The series was co-authored by former SAS novelist Andy McNab and journalist/playwright Robert Rigby.