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Greg Keyes Reading Order

12 series Β· 72 books

Greg Keyes is an acclaimed American author known for his engaging contributions to the science fiction and fantasy genres. With a prolific career spanning from 1988 to 2026, he has penned 72 books across 12 series, including the popular "Age of Unreason" and "Chosen of the Changeling." Keyes is best recognized for his intricate storytelling and world-building, particularly evident in his celebrated series like "The Elder Scrolls" and "Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone."

Age of Unreason Series

Complete

4 books (1998–2001)

Start with Newton's Cannon, the first of 4 books in the Age of Unreason series.

#Title
1
Cover of Newton's Cannon
Newton's Cannon
2
Cover of A Calculus of Angels
A Calculus of Angels
3
Cover of Empire of Unreason
Empire of Unreason
4
Cover of The Shadows of God
The Shadows of God

Babylon 5 Omniverse Series

Complete

8 books (1988–1999)

Start with Dark Genesis(As: J. Gregory Keyes), the first of 8 books in the Babylon 5 Omniverse series.

#Title
1
Cover of Dark Genesis(As: J. Gregory Keyes)
Dark Genesis(As: J. Gregory Keyes)
2
Cover of Blood Oath(By: John Vornholt)
Blood Oath(By: John Vornholt)
3
Cover of Voices(By: John Vornholt)
Voices(By: John Vornholt)
4
Clark's Law(By: Jim Mortimore)
5
Cover of Signs and Portents(By: Jane Killick)
Signs and Portents(By: Jane Killick)
6
Cover of The Coming of Shadows(By: Jane Killick)
The Coming of Shadows(By: Jane Killick)
7
Cover of Deadly Relations(As: J. Gregory Keyes)
Deadly Relations(As: J. Gregory Keyes)
8
Cover of Final Reckoning(As: J. Gregory Keyes)
Final Reckoning(As: J. Gregory Keyes)

Chosen of the Changeling Series

Complete

2 books (1996–1997)

Start with The Waterborn and read in order.

#Title
1
The Waterborn
2

Independence Day Series

Complete

5 books (1996–2016)

Start with Independence Day: Novelisation(By: Dean Devlin), the first of 5 books in the Independence Day series.

#Title
1
Cover of Independence Day: Novelisation(By: Dean Devlin)
Independence Day: Novelisation(By: Dean Devlin)
2
Cover of Silent Zone(By: Stephen Molstad)
Silent Zone(By: Stephen Molstad)
3
Cover of War in the Desert(By: Stephen Molstad)
War in the Desert(By: Stephen Molstad)
4
5
Resurgence(By: Alexander C. Irvine)

Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone Series

Complete

4 books (2002–2008)

Start with The Briar King, the first of 4 books in the Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone series.

#Title
1
Cover of The Briar King
The Briar King
2
Cover of The Charnel Prince
The Charnel Prince
3
Cover of The Blood Knight
The Blood Knight
4
Cover of The Born Queen
The Born Queen

MonsterVerse Series

Ongoing

10 books (2014–2026)

Start with Godzilla - The Official Movie Novelization(By: Greg Cox), the first of 10 books in the MonsterVerse series.

#Title
1
Cover of Godzilla - The Official Movie Novelization(By: Greg Cox)
Godzilla - The Official Movie Novelization(By: Greg Cox)
2
Cover of Godzilla: Awakening(By: Max Borenstein,Greg Borenstein)
Godzilla: Awakening(By: Max Borenstein,Greg Borenstein)
3
Cover of Kong: Skull Island - The Official Movie Novelization(By: Tim Lebbon)
Kong: Skull Island - The Official Movie Novelization(By: Tim Lebbon)
4
Cover of Skull Island: The Birth of Kong(By: Arvid Nelson)
Skull Island: The Birth of Kong(By: Arvid Nelson)
5
Cover of Godzilla: Aftershock(By: Arvid Nelson)
Godzilla: Aftershock(By: Arvid Nelson)
6
Godzilla: King of the Monsters - The Official Movie Novelization
7
Cover of Godzilla vs. Kong: The Official Movie Novelization
Godzilla vs. Kong: The Official Movie Novelization
8
Cover of GvK Godzilla Dominion
GvK Godzilla Dominion
9
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire - The Official Movie Novelization
10
The Monarch Files

Planet of the Apes Series

Complete

2 books (2014–2017)

Start with Dawn of the Planet of the Apes: Firestorm and read in order.

#Title
1
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes: Firestorm
2
War for the Planet of the Apes: Revelations

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

5 books (2013–2024)

Start with Thor: The Dark World, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
Cover of Thor: The Dark World
Thor: The Dark World
2
Cover of Footsteps in the Sky
Footsteps in the Sky
3
Cover of Interstellar
Interstellar
4
The Basilisk Throne
5
Cover of The Wind that Sweeps the Stars
The Wind that Sweeps the Stars

Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Series

Complete

26 books (1999–2006)

Start with Dark Tide, Book I: Onslaught(By: Michael A. Stackpole), the first of 26 books in the Star Wars: The New Jedi Order series.

#Title
1
Dark Tide, Book I: Onslaught(By: Michael A. Stackpole)
2
Vector Prime(By: R.A. Salvatore)
3
Cover of Agents of Chaos II: Jedi Eclipse(By: James Luceno)
Agents of Chaos II: Jedi Eclipse(By: James Luceno)
4
Agents of Chaos, Book I: Hero's Trial(By: James Luceno)
5
Balance Point(By: Kathy Tyers,Michael Cumpsty)
6
Dark Tide Onslaught(By: Michael A. Stackpole)
7
Dark Tide, Book II: Ruin(By: Michael A. Stackpole)
8
Edge of Victory, Book I : Conquest
9
Edge of Victory, Book II: Rebirth
10
Recovery - Short Story(By: Troy Denning)
11
Star by Star(By: Troy Denning)
12
Dark Journey(By: Elaine Cunningham)
13
Destiny's Way(By: Walter Jon Williams)
14
Emissary of the Void
15
Enemy Lines I: Rebel Dream(By: Aaron Allston)
16
Enemy Lines II: Rebel Stand(By: Aaron Allston)
17
The Apprentice(By: Elaine Cunningham)
18
Traitor(By: Matthew Woodring Stover)
19
Ylesia(By: Walter Jon Williams)
20
Force Heretic, Book I: Remnant(By: Sean Williams,Shane Dix)
21
Force Heretic, Book II: Refugee(By: Sean Williams,Shane Dix)
22
Force Heretic, Book III: Reunion(By: Sean Williams,Shane Dix)
23
Star Wars: The New Jedi Order - The Final Prophecy
24
The Final Prophecy
25
The Unifying Force(By: James Luceno)
26
Boba Fett: A Practical Man(By: Karen Traviss)

The Elder Scrolls Series

Complete

2 books (2009–2011)

Start with The Infernal City and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Infernal City
The Infernal City
2
Cover of Lord of Souls
Lord of Souls

The High and Faraway Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2018–2021)

Start with The Reign of the Departed and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Reign of the Departed
The Reign of the Departed
2
Cover of Kingdoms of the Cursed
Kingdoms of the Cursed
3
Cover of Realms of the Deathless
Realms of the Deathless

XCOM 2 Series

Complete

1 book (2015–2015)

#Title
1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Greg Keyes written?
Greg Keyes has written 72 books across 12 series. Their published works span from 1988 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Greg Keyes series?
Here are the first books in Greg Keyes's series: Age of Unreason: Newton's Cannon; Babylon 5 Omniverse: Dark Genesis(As: J. Gregory Keyes); Chosen of the Changeling: The Waterborn; Independence Day: Independence Day: Novelisation(By: Dean Devlin); Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone: The Briar King.
What order should I read Greg Keyes's books?
We recommend reading Greg Keyes's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Greg Keyes still writing new books?
Yes, Greg Keyes has 2 ongoing series: MonsterVerse, Standalone Novels.

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