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Kate Quinn Reading Order

6 series · 22 books

Historical Fiction

Kate Quinn is an American historical fiction author who spans continents and centuries with her richly researched narratives. Her prolific output includes the sweeping Empress of Rome series and the Borgia Chronicles, which bring powerful historical figures to life through compelling storytelling. With over twenty books published since 2010, Quinn has established herself as a master of the genre through both full-length novels and shorter fiction that explore pivotal moments in history through the eyes of memorable characters.

Anthologies Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2019)

Start this series with A Day of Fire

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A Day of Fire
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
A Year of Ravens
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Ribbons of Scarlet
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Borgia Chronicles Series

Complete

2 books (2013–2014)

Start with The Serpent and the Pearl and read in order.

Start this series with The Serpent and the Pearl

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The Serpent and the Pearl
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Lion and the Rose
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Empress Of Rome Series

Complete

5 books (2010–2015)

Start with Mistress of Rome, the first of 5 books in the Empress Of Rome series.

Start this series with Mistress of Rome

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Mistress of Rome
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Daughters of Rome
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Empress of the Seven Hills / Empress of Rome
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Lady of the Eternal City
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
The Three Fates
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Marie Benedict Short Stories/Novellas Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2020–2021)

Start with Agent 355(By: Marie Benedict) and read in order.

Start this series with Agent 355(By: Marie Benedict)

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1
Agent 355(By: Marie Benedict)
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Smoke Signal(With: Marie Benedict)
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2021–2022)

Start with Smoke Signal(With: Marie Benedict) and read in order.

Start this series with Smoke Signal(With: Marie Benedict)

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1
Smoke Signal(With: Marie Benedict)
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

8 books (2016–2026)

Start with A Song of War(With: Stephanie Thornton,S.J.A. Turney,Christian Cameron,Libbie Hawker,Vicky Alvear Shecter,Russell Whitfield), the first of 8 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with A Song of War(With: Stephanie Thornton,S.J.A. Turney,Christian Cameron,Libbie Hawker,Vicky Alvear Shecter,Russell Whitfield)

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A Song of War(With: Stephanie Thornton,S.J.A. Turney,Christian Cameron,Libbie Hawker,Vicky Alvear Shecter,Russell Whitfield)
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Alice Network / Call Me Alice
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Huntress
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Rose Code
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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The Diamond Eye
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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The Briar Club
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
The Phoenix Crown(With: Janie Chang)
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
The Astral Library
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Kate Quinn written?
Kate Quinn has written 22 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Kate Quinn series?
Here are the first books in Kate Quinn's series: Anthologies: A Day of Fire; Borgia Chronicles: The Serpent and the Pearl; Empress Of Rome: Mistress of Rome; Marie Benedict Short Stories/Novellas: Agent 355(By: Marie Benedict); Short Stories/Novellas: Smoke Signal(With: Marie Benedict).
What order should I read Kate Quinn's books?
We recommend reading Kate Quinn's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Kate Quinn still writing new books?
Yes, Kate Quinn has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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