Book Series · 2 Books

Jack Courtney Books

In order from Thunderbolt to Cloudburst.

The Jack Courtney series is a set of 2 chapter books by Wilbur Smith, published in 2021. Written for ages 9–12, most books run about 340 pages.

Thunderbolt
Cloudburst
Thunderbolt
Thunderbolt
Cloudburst
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Thunderbolt
Sale price
$958
Book #2 · Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Thunderbolt

By Wilbur Smith

Captured by pirates, Jack must escape a militia camp. Can he outsmart his captors?

277 pages
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Summary: Fourteen-year-old Jack Courtney and his friends, Amelia and Xander, are diving for treasure in Zanzibar when Somali pirates capture them. Refusing to let his mother pay a ransom, Jack is determined to escape. Transferred to a militia camp, their only ally is Mo, a clever Somali boy. As they face the ruthless General Sir, can Jack and his friends outwit their captors and find freedom? This thrilling adventure tests their courage and ingenuity at every turn.
In reading order

Jack Courtney Series

2 books · Published 2021

#2
Thunderbolt
#2 in Series
Sale price
$958

Thunderbolt

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Captured by pirates, Jack must escape a militia camp. Can he outsmart his captors?

Cloudburst
Series
Sale price
$958

Cloudburst

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

A teen's parents vanish in the Congo. Can he outsmart mercenaries and family betrayal to save them?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Jack Courtney series?

There are 2 books in the Jack Courtney series. It began with Thunderbolt in 2021, and the newest book, Cloudburst, was published in 2021.

What order should you read the Jack Courtney books in?

Start with Thunderbolt and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Jack Courtney books best for?

The series is best for ages 9–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The people who bring Jack Courtney to life.

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Wilbur Smith

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