Allan Mallinson Reading Order
3 series · 20 books
Allan Mallinson is a retired British Army brigadier whose military background deeply informs his historical fiction and non-fiction works. Best known for his Matthew Hervey series, which follows a cavalry officer through the Napoleonic Wars and beyond, Mallinson brings authentic period detail and tactical insight to his narratives. His prolific output spanning two decades includes both standalone historical novels and analytical works that draw on his extensive military expertise.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2009–2009)
Matthew Hervey Series
Complete14 books (1999–2020)
The Matthew Hervey series consists of 14 historical fiction novels following a military officer through various campaigns and adventures. Published between 1999 and 2020, the series is now complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with A Close Run Thing. The books span from the Napoleonic Wars through the colonial era, with entries including The Nizam's Daughters, A Regimental Affair, A Call to Arms, The Sabre's Edge, Rumours of War, An Act of Courage, Company of Spears, Man of War, Warrior, On His Majesty's Service, Words of Command, The Passage to India, and concluding with The Tigress of Mysore.
Start with A Close Run Thing, the first of 14 books in the Matthew Hervey series.
Start this series with A Close Run Thing
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete5 books (2006–2019)
Allan Mallinson's five-book non-fiction series spans from 2006 to 2019 and should be read in publication order. The complete series consists of Light Dragoons, The Making Of The British Army, 1914, Too Important for the Generals, and Fight to the Finish. Combining Mallinson's expertise in military history with narrative-driven prose, these works explore pivotal moments and developments in British military history across different time periods.
Start with Light Dragoons, the first of 5 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with Light Dragoons
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Allan Mallinson written?
- Allan Mallinson has written 20 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1999 to 2020.
- What is the first book in each Allan Mallinson series?
- Here are the first books in Allan Mallinson's series: Matthew Hervey: A Close Run Thing; Non-Fiction: Light Dragoons.
- What order should I read Allan Mallinson's books?
- We recommend reading Allan Mallinson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Allan Mallinson's series complete?
- Allan Mallinson has 3 completed series.