E.V. Thompson / Ernest Victor Thompson Reading Order
7 series · 53 books
E.V. Thompson, the pen name of Ernest Victor Thompson, is a prolific historical fiction author whose work spans multiple interconnected series set in Cornwall and beyond. His novels blend meticulously researched historical detail with compelling narratives, featuring recurring characters like the Jagos family and protagonist Amos Hawke across dozens of interconnected books published from 1977 to 2012. Beyond his fiction work, Thompson also wrote non-fiction that drew upon his deep knowledge of historical periods and settings.
Amos Hawke Series
Complete3 books (2007–2011)
Start with Though the Heavens May Fall and read in order.
Start this series with Though the Heavens May Fall
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (1984–1984)
Collections Series
Complete2 books (2000–2006)
Start with Here, There and Yesterday and read in order.
Start this series with Here, There and Yesterday
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Jagos of Cornwall Series
Complete3 books (1983–1993)
Start with The Restless Sea and read in order.
Start this series with The Restless Sea
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete10 books (1980–2004)
Start with Discovering Bodmin Moor, the first of 10 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with Discovering Bodmin Moor
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Retallick Saga Series
Complete9 books (1977–2006)
Start with Chase the Wind, the first of 9 books in the Retallick Saga series.
Start this series with Chase the Wind
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete25 books (1979–2012)
Start with The Music Makers, the first of 25 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Music Makers
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has E.V. Thompson / Ernest Victor Thompson written?
- E.V. Thompson / Ernest Victor Thompson has written 53 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1977 to 2012.
- What is the first book in each E.V. Thompson / Ernest Victor Thompson series?
- Here are the first books in E.V. Thompson / Ernest Victor Thompson's series: Amos Hawke: Though the Heavens May Fall; Collections: Here, There and Yesterday; Jagos of Cornwall: The Restless Sea; Non-Fiction: Discovering Bodmin Moor; Retallick Saga: Chase the Wind.
- What order should I read E.V. Thompson / Ernest Victor Thompson's books?
- We recommend reading E.V. Thompson / Ernest Victor Thompson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are E.V. Thompson / Ernest Victor Thompson's series complete?
- E.V. Thompson / Ernest Victor Thompson has 7 completed series.