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Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart Reading Order

5 series · 25 books · Born 1916-09-12

FantasyHistorical FictionRomanceYoung Adult

Mary Stewart was a British author whose prolific career spanning more than six decades produced twenty novels, poetry collections, and children's books that earned her widespread acclaim across multiple genres. Known for blending atmospheric storytelling with intricate plots, she crafted both modern romantic thrillers and richly imagined historical fiction, with her Arthurian Saga standing as her most celebrated achievement. Her work combines meticulous research with compelling narrative voice, appealing to readers who appreciate intelligent adventure and complex character development.

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Arthurian Saga Series

Complete

5 books (1970–1995)

Start with The Crystal Cave, the first of 5 books in the Arthurian Saga series.

Start this series with The Crystal Cave

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The Crystal Cave
1970Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Cover of The Hollow Hills
The Hollow Hills
1973Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Last Enchantment
1979Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Wicked Day
1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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The Prince and the Pilgrim
1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Children's Series

Complete

3 books (1971–1980)

Start with The Little Broomstick and read in order.

Start this series with The Little Broomstick

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1
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The Little Broomstick
1971Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Ludo and the Star Horse
1974Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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A Walk in Wolf Wood
1980Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Poetry Collections Series

Complete

1 book (1990–1990)

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1
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Frost on the Window and Other Poems
1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

2 books (1968–2017)

Start with The Wind Off the Small Isles and read in order.

Start this series with The Wind Off the Small Isles

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1
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The Wind Off the Small Isles
1968Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Wind Off the Small Isles and The Lost One
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

14 books (1954–1997)

Start with Madam, Will You Talk?, the first of 14 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Madam, Will You Talk?

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1
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Madam, Will You Talk?
1954Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Wildfire at Midnight
1956Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Thunder on the Right
1957Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Nine Coaches Waiting
1958Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
My Brother Michael
1959Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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The Ivy Tree
1961Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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The Moon-Spinners
1962Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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This Rough Magic
1964Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
Airs Above the Ground
1965Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
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The Gabriel Hounds
1967Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
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Touch Not the Cat
1976Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
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13
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Stormy Petrel
1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14
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Rose Cottage
1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Mary Stewart written?
Mary Stewart has written 25 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1954 to 2017.
What is the first book in each Mary Stewart series?
Here are the first books in Mary Stewart's series: Arthurian Saga: The Crystal Cave; Children's: The Little Broomstick; Short Stories/Novellas: The Wind Off the Small Isles.
What order should I read Mary Stewart's books?
We recommend reading Mary Stewart's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Mary Stewart's series complete?
Mary Stewart has 5 completed series.

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