How many books has Ben Pastor written?

Ben Pastor has written 11 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1999 to 2024.

What is the first book in each Ben Pastor series?

Here are the first books in Ben Pastor's series: Aelius Spartianus: The Water Thief; Captain Martin Bora: Lumen.

What order should I read Ben Pastor's books?

We recommend reading Ben Pastor's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.

Is Ben Pastor still writing new books?

Yes, Ben Pastor has 1 ongoing series: Captain Martin Bora.

Ben Pastor Reading Order

3 series · 11 books

Historical Fiction

Ben Pastor crafts intricate historical novels set across ancient Rome and post-World War II Germany, drawing on deep research and a nuanced understanding of these periods. Writing under a pseudonym, Pastor has developed three interconnected series—the Aelius Spartianus saga, the Captain Martin Bora mysteries, and various anthology contributions—that span over two decades of publication. Her work appeals to readers seeking character-driven historical fiction grounded in carefully rendered historical settings and moral complexity.

Aelius Spartianus Series

Complete

2 books (2007–2008)

Start with The Water Thief and read in order.

Start this series with The Water Thief

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#	Title
1	The Water Thief 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Fire Waker 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2001–2001)

#	Title
1	Fourteenth Annual Collection 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Captain Martin Bora Series

Ongoing

8 books (1999–2024)

Start with Lumen, the first of 8 books in the Captain Martin Bora series.

Start this series with Lumen