Ben Kane Reading Order
11 series Β· 29 books
Ben Kane is an accomplished Irish author known for his dynamic historical fiction. With a prolific output spanning 29 titles across 11 series, his most acclaimed works include the Forgotten Legion Chronicles and Clash of Empires. Active from 2008 to 2025, Kane brings history to life through engaging narratives that transport readers to ancient times.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2014β2014)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Day of Fire 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Clash of Empires Series
Complete2 books (2018β2019)
Start with Clash of Empires and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Clash of Empires 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Falling Sword 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
Eagles of Rome Series
Likely Complete8 books (2015β2023)
Start with Eagles at War, the first of 8 books in the Eagles of Rome series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Eagles at War 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Shrine 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Hunting the Eagles 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Arena 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Eagles in the Storm 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Eagles in the Wilderness 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Eagles in the East 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Io Saturnalia! 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
Forgotten Legion Chronicles Series
Complete4 books (2008β2018)
Start with The Forgotten Legion, the first of 4 books in the Forgotten Legion Chronicles series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Forgotten Legion 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Silver Eagle 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Road to Rome 2010Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The March 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
Hannibal Series
Complete4 books (2011β2014)
Start with Enemy of Rome, the first of 4 books in the Hannibal series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Enemy of Rome 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Fields of Blood 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Patrol 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Clouds of War 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Richard the Lionheart Series
Likely Complete3 books (2020β2022)
Start with Lionheart and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Lionheart 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Crusader 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | King 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2023β2023)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Centurion of the First 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2022β2022)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sands of the Arena and Other Stories 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
Spartacus Series
Complete2 books (2012β2012)
Start with Rebellion and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rebellion 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Gladiator 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing2 books (2023β2025)
Start with Napoleon's Spy and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Napoleon's Spy 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Rome 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
Stormcrow Series
Complete1 book (2024β2024)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Stormcrow 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Ben Kane written?
- Ben Kane has written 29 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Ben Kane series?
- Here are the first books in Ben Kane's series: Clash of Empires: Clash of Empires; Eagles of Rome: Eagles at War; Forgotten Legion Chronicles: The Forgotten Legion; Hannibal: Enemy of Rome; Richard the Lionheart: Lionheart.
- 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.

