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David Eddings Reading Order

7 series · 27 books · Born 1931

Fantasy

David Eddings was an American fantasy novelist known for expansive epic series that blend adventure, magic, and complex mythology. Working frequently with his wife Leigh, he created immersive worlds across multiple connected sagas, most famously The Belgariad and its sequel series The Malloreon, which became cornerstones of 1980s and 1990s fantasy literature. His career spanned from the 1970s through the early 2000s, producing over two dozen novels that established him as a major voice in the genre.

Belgariad & Malloreon Series

Complete

3 books (1995–1998)

Start with Belgarath the Sorcerer and read in order.

Start this series with Belgarath the Sorcerer

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Belgarath the Sorcerer
1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Polgara the Sorceress
1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Rivan Codex
1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

4 books (1973–2000)

Start with High Hunt, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with High Hunt

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2
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3
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Regina's Song
2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Redemption of Althalus
2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

The Belgariad Series

Complete

5 books (1982–1984)

Start with Pawn of Prophecy, the first of 5 books in the The Belgariad series.

Start this series with Pawn of Prophecy

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Pawn of Prophecy
1982Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Queen of Sorcery
1982Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Magician's Gambit
1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Castle of Wizardry
1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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Enchanters' End Game
1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

The Dreamers Series

Complete

4 books (2003–2006)

Start with The Elder Gods, the first of 4 books in the The Dreamers series.

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The Elder Gods
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Crystal Gorge
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Treasured One
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Younger Gods
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

The Elenium Series

Complete

3 books (1989–1991)

Start with The Diamond Throne and read in order.

Start this series with The Diamond Throne

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The Diamond Throne
1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Ruby Knight
1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
The Sapphire Rose
1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

The Malloreon Series

Complete

5 books (1987–1991)

Start with Guardians of the West, the first of 5 books in the The Malloreon series.

Start this series with Guardians of the West

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Guardians of the West
1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Demon Lord of Karanda
1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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King of the Murgos
1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Sorceress of Darshiva
1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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The Seeress of Kell
1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

The Tamuli Series

Complete

3 books (1992–1994)

Start with Domes of Fire and read in order.

Start this series with Domes of Fire

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Domes of Fire
1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Shining Ones
1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Hidden City
1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has David Eddings written?
David Eddings has written 27 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1973 to 2006.
What is the first book in each David Eddings series?
Here are the first books in David Eddings's series: Belgariad & Malloreon: Belgarath the Sorcerer; The Belgariad: Pawn of Prophecy; The Dreamers: The Elder Gods; The Elenium: The Diamond Throne; The Malloreon: Guardians of the West.
What order should I read David Eddings's books?
We recommend reading David Eddings's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are David Eddings's series complete?
David Eddings has 7 completed series.

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