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Matthew Harffy Reading Order

7 series · 27 books

Action & AdventureFantasyHistorical Fiction

Matthew Harffy is a prolific fantasy and historical fiction author known for crafting immersive tales set in richly detailed worlds. His work spans multiple series including The Bernicia Chronicles and A Time for Swords, alongside standalone novels and shorter works, totaling over two dozen books since 2013. Harffy combines sweeping action and adventure with historical authenticity, creating narratives that appeal to readers seeking both entertainment and depth.

A Time for Swords Series

Ongoing

4 books (2021–2025)

Start with A Time for Swords, the first of 4 books in the A Time for Swords series.

Start this series with A Time for Swords

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A Time for Swords
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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A Night of Flames
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
A Day of Reckoning
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Dominion of Dust
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Dark Frontier Series

Ongoing

2 books (2024–2025)

Start with Dark Frontier and read in order.

Start this series with Dark Frontier

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1
Dark Frontier
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
A Man Dies But Once
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2024–2024)

#Title
1
Tips for Writing, Publishing and Marketing Your Novel(With: Steven A. McKay)
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2023–2023)

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1
The Whispering Blade
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2019–2019)

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1
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Wolf of Wessex
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

The Bernicia Chronicles Series

Ongoing

12 books (2015–2026)

Start with The Serpent Sword, the first of 12 books in the The Bernicia Chronicles series.

Start this series with The Serpent Sword

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1
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The Serpent Sword
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Blood and Blade
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Cross and the Curse
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Killer of Kings
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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6
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Warrior of Woden
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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Storm of Steel
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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Fortress of Fury
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
For Lord and Land
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
Forest of Foes
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
Shadows of the Slain
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
Bane of Bernicia
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

The Forest Lord Series

Ongoing

6 books (2013–2025)

Start with Wolf's Head(By: Steven A. McKay), the first of 6 books in the The Forest Lord series.

Start this series with Wolf's Head(By: Steven A. McKay)

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1
Wolf's Head(By: Steven A. McKay)
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Wolf and the Raven(By: Steven A. McKay)
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Rise of the Wolf(By: Steven A. McKay)
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Blood of the Wolf(By: Steven A. McKay)
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Return of the Wolf(By: Steven A. McKay)
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Swords in the Snow(With: Steven A. McKay)
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Matthew Harffy written?
Matthew Harffy has written 27 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2013 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Matthew Harffy series?
Here are the first books in Matthew Harffy's series: A Time for Swords: A Time for Swords; Dark Frontier: Dark Frontier; The Bernicia Chronicles: The Serpent Sword; The Forest Lord: Wolf's Head(By: Steven A. McKay).
What order should I read Matthew Harffy's books?
We recommend reading Matthew Harffy's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Matthew Harffy still writing new books?
Yes, Matthew Harffy has 4 ongoing series: A Time for Swords, Dark Frontier, The Bernicia Chronicles, The Forest Lord.

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