Giles Kristian Reading Order
7 series · 38 books
Giles Kristian is an accomplished English novelist recognized for his gripping historical fiction. With a remarkable portfolio of 38 books spanning 7 series, he has captivated readers through works like the acclaimed Raven series, which chronicles the journey of a young man among Viking warriors. Active from 1964 to 2025, his storytelling also includes notable titles from series such as Bleeding Land and Arthurian Tales, along with several standalone novels.
Arthurian Tales Series
Ongoing3 books (2018–2024)
Start with Lancelot and read in order.
Bleeding Land Series
Complete2 books (2012–2013)
Start with The Bleeding Land and read in order.
Courtney Series
Ongoing24 books (1964–2025)
Start with When the Lion Feeds(By: Wilbur Smith), the first of 24 books in the Courtney series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  When the Lion Feeds(By: Wilbur Smith) 1964Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The Sound of Thunder / The Roar of Thunder(By: Wilbur Smith) 1966Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  A Sparrow Falls(By: Wilbur Smith) 1977Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Burning Shore(By: Wilbur Smith) 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Power of the Sword(By: Wilbur Smith) 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Rage(By: Wilbur Smith) 1987Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  A Time to Die(By: Wilbur Smith) 1989Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Golden Fox(By: Wilbur Smith) 1990Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Triumph of the Sun(By: Wilbur Smith) 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Birds of Prey(By: Wilbur Smith) 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Monsoon(By: Wilbur Smith) 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Blue Horizon(By: Wilbur Smith) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Assegai(By: Wilbur Smith) 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Golden Lion(With: Wilbur Smith) 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  The Tiger's Prey(By: Wilbur Smith,Tom Harper) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | War Cry(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Courtney's War(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  Ghost Fire(By: Wilbur Smith,Tom Harper) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  King of Kings(By: Wilbur Smith,Imogen Robertson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Legacy of War(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  Storm Tide(By: Wilbur Smith,Tom Harper) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 | Nemesis(By: Wilbur Smith,Tom Harper) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  Warrior King(By: Wilbur Smith,Tom Harper) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 | Crossfire(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Raven Series
Complete3 books (2009–2011)
Start with Blood Eye and read in order.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Likely Complete2 books (2014–2021)
Start with The Terror and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2007–2007)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Night's Touch 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
The Rise of Sigurd Series
Complete3 books (2014–2016)
Start with God of Vengeance and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Giles Kristian written?
- Giles Kristian has written 38 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1964 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Giles Kristian series?
- Here are the first books in Giles Kristian's series: Arthurian Tales: Lancelot; Bleeding Land: The Bleeding Land; Courtney: When the Lion Feeds(By: Wilbur Smith); Raven: Blood Eye; Short Stories/Novellas: The Terror.
- What order should I read Giles Kristian's books?
- We recommend reading Giles Kristian's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Giles Kristian still writing new books?
- Yes, Giles Kristian has 2 ongoing series: Arthurian Tales, Courtney.