Jacqueline Carey Reading Order

3 books (2012–2014)

The Agent of Hel trilogy by Jacqueline Carey follows the complete arc across three books published between 2012 and 2014. This urban fantasy series should be read in publication order, beginning with Dark Currents, followed by Autumn Bones, and concluding with Poison Fruit. The trilogy is now complete and tells a continuous narrative that unfolds across all three installments.

Start with Dark Currents and read in order.

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1	Dark Currents 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Autumn Bones 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Poison Fruit 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (2006–2014)

Jacqueline Carey contributed to four anthologies published between 2006 and 2013, completing a series that should be read in publication order. The collection begins with Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology and continues through Songs of Love and Death, Songs of Love Lost and Found, and Unfettered, with an additional appearance in Apex Magazine Issue 58 from March 2014. These fantasy and non-fiction anthologies showcase Carey's work alongside other writers across the specified timeframe.

Start with Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.

3 books (2006–2008)

The Imriel Trilogy is a three-book fantasy series by Jacqueline Carey published between 2006 and 2008. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Kushiel's Scion, followed by Kushiel's Justice, and concluding with Kushiel's Mercy. The trilogy follows the continuing adventures within the larger Kushiel's Legacy world, building on events from the author's previous works in the setting.

Start with Kushiel's Scion and read in order.

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1	Kushiel's Scion 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Kushiel's Justice 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Kushiel's Mercy 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2009–2011)

Jacqueline Carey's Moirin trilogy comprises three complete fantasy novels published between 2009 and 2011. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Naamah's Kiss, followed by Naamah's Curse, and concluding with Naamah's Blessing. This trilogy is set within the world of Kushiel's Legacy and follows a connected narrative across all three installments.

Start with Naamah's Kiss and read in order.

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1	Naamah's Kiss 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Naamah's Curse 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Naamah's Blessing 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (2001–2023)

Jacqueline Carey's Kushiel's Legacy: Phedre Trilogy spans five books published between 2001 and 2023, following the events of the main trilogy with two additional volumes. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Kushiel's Dart and continuing through Kushiel's Chosen, Earth Begotten: The Journey of Blessed Elua, Kushiel's Avatar, and concluding with Cassiel's Servant. While the core trilogy appears complete, the series has expanded to include supplementary works that extend the world and story further. This epic fantasy series combines intricate worldbuilding with character-driven narrative across its volumes.

Start with Kushiel's Dart, the first of 5 books in the Kushiel's Legacy: Phedre Trilogy series.

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1	Kushiel's Dart 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Kushiel's Chosen 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Earth Begotten: The Journey of Blessed Elua 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Kushiel's Avatar 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Cassiel's Servant 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (1997–1997)

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1	Angels: Celestial Spirits in Legend and Art 1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2009–2011)

Jacqueline Carey's Santa Olivia series consists of two complete novels published between 2009 and 2011. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Santa Olivia followed by Saints Astray. This two-book series blends fantasy elements into its narrative, offering a contained story arc across both installments.

Start with Santa Olivia and read in order.

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1	Santa Olivia 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Saints Astray 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2012–2016)

Jacqueline Carey's complete collection of fantasy short stories and novellas consists of two books published between 2012 and 2016. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with In the Matter of Fallen Angels followed by One Hundred Ablutions. Both entries are self-contained works that showcase Carey's distinctive approach to fantasy storytelling.

Start with In the Matter of Fallen Angels and read in order.

42 books (2003–2015)

The Smart Pop series comprises 38 essay collections published between 2003 and 2015, exploring popular television shows, films, and literary works through critical and analytical perspectives. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Seven Seasons of Buffy. Each volume features contributions from various authors and scholars examining different aspects of its subject matter, making the collection ideal for fans seeking deeper insights into beloved entertainment franchises.

Start with Seven Seasons of Buffy(By: Scott Westerfeld,Charlaine Harris,Chelsea Quinn Yarbro,Kevin Andrew Murphy,Christie Golden,Sherrilyn Kenyon,Nancy Holder,Lawrence Watt-Evans,David Brin,Jacqueline Lichtenberg,Jean Lorrah,Laura Resnick,Sarah Zettel,Nancy Kilpatrick,Michelle West,Glenn Yeffeth,Margaret L. Carter,Peg Aloi,Marguerite Krause,Jennifer Crusie,Carla Montgomery), the first of 38 books in the Smart Pop series.

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1	Seven Seasons of Buffy(By: Scott Westerfeld,Charlaine Harris,Chelsea Quinn Yarbro,Kevin Andrew Murphy,Christie Golden,Sherrilyn Kenyon,Nancy Holder,Lawrence Watt-Evans,David Brin,Jacqueline Lichtenberg,Jean Lorrah,Laura Resnick,Sarah Zettel,Nancy Kilpatrick,Michelle West,Glenn Yeffeth,Margaret L. Carter,Peg Aloi,Marguerite Krause,Jennifer Crusie,Carla Montgomery) 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Taking the Red Pill(By: Glenn Yeffeth) 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Five Seasons of Angel(By: Chelsea Quinn Yarbro,Peter S. Beagle,Laura Anne Gilman,Sherrilyn Kenyon,Nancy Holder,Jacqueline Lichtenberg,Jean Lorrah,Josepha Sherman,Laura Resnick,Candace Havens,Glenn Yeffeth,Michelle Sagara,Steven Harper,Amy Berner,Marguerite Krause,Abbie Bernstein,Jennifer Crusie,Don DeBrandt,K. Stoddard Hayes,Joy Davidson,Don Kerns) 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Stepping through the Stargate(By: P.N. Elrod,Roxanne Conrad) 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	What Would Sipowicz Do? Race, Rights and Redemption in NYPD Blue(By: Glenn Yeffeth,Shanna Caughey) 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Alias Assumed(By: Tracy S. Morris) 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Farscape Forever! Sex, Drugs and Killer Muppets(By: Glenn Yeffeth) 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Finding Serenity(By: Robert Brian Taylor) 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Flirting With Pride And Prejudice(By: Glenn Yeffeth,Jennifer Crusie) 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	King Kong Is Back! An Unauthorized Look at One Humongous Ape!(By: David Brin) 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Navigating the Golden Compass(By: Glenn Yeffeth) 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Revisiting Narnia(By: Shanna Caughey) 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	The Anthology at the End of the Universe 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	The War of the Worlds(By: Connie Willis,Mercedes Lackey,H.G. Wells,Mike Resnick,Stephen Baxter,Lawrence Watt-Evans) 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	Totally Charmed(By: Maggie Shayne,Rebecca York,Jody Lynn Nye,Evelyn Vaughn,Tanya Huff,Vera Nazarian,Jennifer Crusie) 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Beauty(By: Glenn Yeffeth) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	Boarding the Enterprise(By: Robert J. Sawyer,David Gerrold) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Getting Lost(By: Orson Scott Card) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	Investigating CSI(By: Leah Wilson,Donn Cortez) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	So Say We All(By: Peter B. Lloyd,Richard Hatch) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	The Battle for Azeroth(By: Jody Lynn Nye,Justina Robson,Doranna Durgin,Bill Fawcett,Mel White,James John Bell,James M. Ward,Scott Cuthbertson,Nancy Berman,Jerry Jackson,Chris McCubbin,Maressa Hecht Orzack,Nancy Durgin) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22	The Man from Krypton(By: Glenn Yeffeth) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23	The Unauthorized X-Men(By: Leah Wilson,Len Wein) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24	This Is Chick-Lit(By: Lauren Baratz-Logsted) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
25	Welcome to Wisteria Lane(By: Leah Wilson) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
26	Coffee at Luke's(By: Leah Wilson,Jennifer Crusie) 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
27	Grey's Anatomy 101(By: Leah Wilson) 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
28	Halo Effect(By: Glenn Yeffeth,Jennifer Thomason) 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
29	House Unauthorized(By: Leah Wilson) 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
30	Jack Bauer for President(By: Leah Wilson,Richard Miniter) 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
31	Neptune Noir(By: Rob Thomas) 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
32	Perfectly Plum(By: Leah Wilson) 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
33	Serenity Found(By: Orson Scott Card,Jacob Clifton,Michael Marano,Jane Espenson,Natalie Haynes,Nathan Fillion) 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
34	Webslinger(By: Leah Wilson,Gerry Conway) 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
35	Batman Unauthorized(By: Leah Wilson) 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
36	Batman Unauthorized(By: Leah Wilson,Alan J. Porter) 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
37	Secrets of the Dragon Riders(By: James A. Owen) 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
38	In the Hunt(By: Leah Wilson) 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
39	James Bond in the 21st Century(By: Leah Wilson,Glenn Yeffeth) 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
40	A Taste of True Blood(By: Leah Wilson) 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
41	Ardeur(By: Laurell K. Hamilton) 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
42	You Do Not Talk About Fight Club(By: Chuck Palahniuk,Read Mercer Schuchardt) 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2017–2018)

Jacqueline Carey's two-book fantasy series consists of Miranda and Caliban (2017) and Starless (2018), both of which should be read in publication order. The series is complete, with each novel functioning as a standalone entry while maintaining thematic connections within the author's broader body of work that spans fantasy and non-fiction.

Start with Miranda and Caliban and read in order.

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1	Miranda and Caliban 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Starless 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2004–2005)

The Sundering is a complete fantasy duology by Jacqueline Carey, consisting of Banewreaker and Godslayer published in 2004 and 2005 respectively. The two books should be read in publication order to experience the full narrative arc. This standalone series explores a richly imagined world through interconnected storylines that unfold across both volumes.

Start with Banewreaker and read in order.

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1	Banewreaker 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Godslayer 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible