
Madeline Miller Reading Order
3 series Β· 6 books
Madeline Miller is an American literary fiction writer who specializes in reimagining classical mythology through intimate, character-driven narratives. Drawing on her background teaching Latin and Greek, she brings scholarly depth and linguistic precision to stories centered on often-overlooked figures from ancient myth, most notably in her acclaimed novels The Song of Achilles and Circe. Her work combines meticulous research with lyrical prose, transforming epic tales into deeply personal explorations of love, power, and transformation.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2013β2013)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | xo Orpheus |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Ongoing3 books (2012β2026)
Madeline Miller's collection of literary fiction short stories and novellas spans from 2012 to 2026 with three entries published so far, with more expected to follow. The series comprises Heracles' Bow, Galatea, and Mestra, which should be read in their publication order. Each work reimagines classical mythology through Miller's distinctive literary lens, offering standalone narratives that together form an ongoing exploration of mythological themes.
Start with Heracles' Bow and read in order.
Start this series with Heracles' Bow
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heracles' Bow |
| 2 | Galatea |
| 3 | Mestra |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete2 books (2011β2018)
Madeline Miller's two completed literary fiction novels should be read in publication order, beginning with The Song of Achilles from 2011 and continuing to Circe in 2018. Each work stands alone as an independent story, though both draw from classical mythology and showcase Miller's distinctive literary style. These novels represent the author's complete body of novel-length fiction to date.
Start with The Song of Achilles and read in order.
Start this series with The Song of Achilles
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Song of Achilles |
| 2 | Circe |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Madeline Miller written?
- Madeline Miller has written 6 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2011 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Madeline Miller series?
- Here are the first books in Madeline Miller's series: Short Stories/Novellas: Heracles' Bow.
- What order should I read Madeline Miller's books?
- We recommend reading Madeline Miller's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Madeline Miller still writing new books?
- Yes, Madeline Miller has 1 ongoing series: Short Stories/Novellas.

