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Ben Pastor Reading Order

3 series · 11 books

Ben Pastor, the pen name of Maria Verbena Volpi, is a celebrated author recognized for her compelling historical fiction. With a writing career spanning from 1999 to 2024, she has published 11 books across three series, including Aelius Spartianus, Captain Martin Bora, and various anthologies. Pastor's most notable works delve into the complexities of ancient Rome and post-World War II Germany, showcasing her unique narrative style.

Aelius Spartianus Series

Complete

2 books (2007–2008)

Start with The Water Thief and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Water Thief
The Water Thief
2
The Fire Waker

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2001–2001)

#Title
1
Cover of Fourteenth Annual Collection
Fourteenth Annual Collection

Captain Martin Bora Series

Ongoing

8 books (1999–2024)

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

#Title
1
Cover of Lumen
Lumen
2
Cover of Liar Moon
Liar Moon
3
Cover of A Dark Song of Blood
A Dark Song of Blood
4
Cover of Tin Sky
Tin Sky
5
Cover of The Road to Ithaca
The Road to Ithaca
6
Cover of The Horseman’s Song
The Horseman’s Song
7
Cover of The Night of Shooting Stars
The Night of Shooting Stars
8
The Venus of Salo

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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