Ben Kane Reading Order
11 series · 31 books
Ben Kane is an Irish historical fiction author whose novels transport readers to ancient Rome and beyond, capturing pivotal moments in military history. Known for his meticulously researched narratives about legionaries, generals, and epic conflicts, Kane has built an extensive catalog of interconnected series including the Forgotten Legion Chronicles and Eagles of Rome, alongside his ambitious Hannibal saga. With nearly thirty books published since 2008, he combines authentic historical detail with compelling character-driven storytelling that appeals to fans of ancient warfare and empire-building fiction.
Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (2014–2015)
Start this series with A Day of Fire
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Clash of Empires Series
Complete2 books (2018–2019)
Start with Clash of Empires and read in order.
Start this series with Clash of Empires
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Eagles of Rome Series
Likely Complete8 books (2015–2023)
Start with Eagles at War, the first of 8 books in the Eagles of Rome series.
Start this series with Eagles at War
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Forgotten Legion Chronicles Series
Complete4 books (2008–2018)
Start with The Forgotten Legion, the first of 4 books in the Forgotten Legion Chronicles series.
Start this series with The Forgotten Legion
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Hannibal Series
Complete5 books (2011–2026)
Start with Enemy of Rome, the first of 4 books in the Hannibal series.
Start this series with Enemy of Rome
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Richard the Lionheart Series
Likely Complete3 books (2020–2022)
Start with Lionheart and read in order.
Start this series with Lionheart
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Complete1 book (2023–2023)
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2022–2022)
Spartacus Series
Complete2 books (2012–2012)
Start with Rebellion and read in order.
Start this series with Rebellion
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing2 books (2023–2025)
Start with Napoleon's Spy and read in order.
Start this series with Napoleon's Spy
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Complete1 book (2024–2024)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Ben Kane written?
- Ben Kane has written 31 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Ben Kane series?
- Here are the first books in Ben Kane's series: Anthologies: A Day of Fire; Clash of Empires: Clash of Empires; Eagles of Rome: Eagles at War; Forgotten Legion Chronicles: The Forgotten Legion; Hannibal: Enemy of Rome.
- What order should I read Ben Kane's books?
- We recommend reading Ben Kane's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Ben Kane still writing new books?
- Yes, Ben Kane has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.