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Michael R. Phillips Reading Order

26 series · 92 books · Born 1946

Michael R. Phillips is a prolific Christian fiction author and editor who has written over 75 books across 24 distinct series since 1985. A dedicated scholar of 19th-century author George MacDonald, Phillips brings literary depth to his work spanning multiple interconnected worlds including the American frontier sagas, Scottish highlands, and generational family chronicles. His diverse output ranges from historical fiction to contemporary spiritual narratives, establishing him as a significant voice in evangelical and inspirational fiction.

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American Dreams Series

Complete

3 books (2005–2008)

Michael R. Phillips's American Dreams trilogy spans three books released between 2005 and 2008, completed in full. This nonfiction series follows publication order, beginning with Dream of Freedom, continuing through Dream of Life, and concluding with Dream of Love. The books should be read sequentially to experience the complete narrative arc of the series.

Start with Dream of Freedom and read in order.

Start this series with Dream of Freedom

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Dream of Freedom
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Dream of Life
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Dream of Love

Annals of the Forest Series

Complete

1 book (2013–2013)

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The Sword, the Garden, and the King

Caledonia Series

Complete

2 books (1999–2000)

This two-book series by Michael R. Phillips was published in 1999 and 2000 and is now complete. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Legend of the Celtic Stone followed by An Ancient Strife.

Start with Legend of the Celtic Stone and read in order.

Start this series with Legend of the Celtic Stone

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Legend of the Celtic Stone
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An Ancient Strife

Carolina Cousins Series

Complete

4 books (2005–2007)

Michael R. Phillips's complete Carolina Cousins series consists of four books published between 2005 and 2007. Read in publication order, beginning with A Perilous Proposal and continuing through The Soldier's Lady, Miss Katie's Rosewood, and Never Too Late. The series should be approached sequentially to follow the connected narratives across all four installments.

Start with A Perilous Proposal, the first of 4 books in the Carolina Cousins series.

Start this series with A Perilous Proposal

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A Perilous Proposal
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The Soldier's Lady
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Miss Katie's Rosewood
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Never Too Late

Highland Collection Series

Complete

2 books (1987–1987)

Michael R. Phillips's Highland Collection comprises two complete non-fiction works published in 1987 exploring Scottish themes and subjects. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Jamie MacLeod followed by Robbie Taggart, to experience Phillips's examination of Highland Scottish history and culture as intended.

Start with Jamie MacLeod and read in order.

Start this series with Jamie MacLeod

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Jamie MacLeod
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Robbie Taggart

Livingstone Chronicles Series

Complete

2 books (1997–2000)

The Livingstone Chronicles is a complete two-book non-fiction series by Michael R. Phillips, published between 1997 and 2000. Both books should be read in publication order, beginning with A Rift in Time, followed by Hidden in Time. This series explores historical themes related to David Livingstone and his legacy.

Start with A Rift in Time and read in order.

Start this series with A Rift in Time

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A Rift in Time
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Hidden in Time

Marie Buchan Series

Complete

2 books (2011–2011)

Michael R. Phillips completed this two-book non-fiction series with Angel Harp and Heather Song, both published in 2011. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Angel Harp, to follow the intended narrative progression. This finished series offers readers a complete exploration of its subject matter without any pending releases.

Start with Angel Harp and read in order.

Start this series with Angel Harp

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Heather Song

Mercy and Eagleflight Series

Complete

2 books (1996–1997)

Michael R. Phillips's Mercy and Eagleflight series consists of two complete books published in 1996 and 1997. This two-book series should be read in publication order, beginning with Mercy and Eagleflight followed by A Dangerous Love.

Start with Mercy and Eagleflight and read in order.

Start this series with Mercy and Eagleflight

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Mercy and Eagleflight
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A Dangerous Love

Non-Fiction Series

Likely Complete

14 books (1987–2026)

Michael R. Phillips' non-fiction series spans six volumes published between 1987 and 2023, covering topics including George MacDonald, spiritual obedience, biblical commands, literary analysis, and cultural virtue. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with George MacDonald. These standalone essays and explorations can also be approached individually depending on your specific interests.

Start with George MacDonald, the first of 6 books in the Non-Fiction series.

Start this series with George MacDonald

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George MacDonald
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Best Friends for Life(With: Judy Phillips)
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Destiny Junction
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Jesus, an Obedient Son
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King's Crossroads
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The Commands
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Universal Reconciliation
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Bold Thinking Christianity
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Out of the Wardrobe
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Endangered Virtues and the Coming Ideological War
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Walking with God
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Practical Essential Christianity: What Christianity is . . . and what it isn't
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Praying with David
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What If Hell Is God’s, Not the Devil’s?

Religious Series

Complete

1 book (2017–2017)

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Make Me Like Jesus

Secret of the Rose Series

Complete

4 books (1993–1995)

Michael R. Phillips' Secret of the Rose is a four-book historical fiction series published between 1993 and 1995. The complete series consists of The Eleventh Hour, A Rose Remembered, Escape to Freedom, and Dawn of Liberty, and should be read in publication order. This concluded series explores themes of faith and freedom during a pivotal period in European history.

Start with The Eleventh Hour, the first of 4 books in the Secret of the Rose series.

Start this series with The Eleventh Hour

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The Eleventh Hour
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A Rose Remembered
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Escape to Freedom
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Dawn of Liberty

Secrets of Heathersleigh Hall Series

Complete

4 books (1998–2001)

The Secrets of Heathersleigh Hall is a complete four-book series by Michael R. Phillips, published between 1998 and 2001. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Wild Grows the Heather in Devon, followed by Heathersleigh Homecoming, Wayward Winds, and concluding with A New Dawn Over Devon. This series offers a finished narrative arc across all four installments.

Start with Wild Grows the Heather in Devon, the first of 4 books in the Secrets of Heathersleigh Hall series.

Start this series with Wild Grows the Heather in Devon

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Wild Grows the Heather in Devon
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Heathersleigh Homecoming
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Wayward Winds
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A New Dawn Over Devon

Secrets of the Shetlands Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2017)

Michael R. Phillips completed this three-book non-fiction series between 2016 and 2017, with titles including The Cottage, The Inheritance, and The Legacy. The series should be read in publication order to fully appreciate its narrative arc. These books were published across 2016 and 2017 as a finished collection.

Start with The Cottage and read in order.

Start this series with The Cottage

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The Inheritance
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Shenandoah Sisters Series

Complete

4 books (2003–2004)

The Shenandoah Sisters series by Michael R. Phillips consists of four complete books published between 2003 and 2004. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with A Day to Pick Your Own Cotton, followed by Angels Watching Over Me, The Color of Your Skin Ain't the Color of Your Heart, and concluding with Together Is All We Need. This series spans the author's non-fiction work and is best experienced as a continuous narrative from start to finish.

Start with A Day to Pick Your Own Cotton, the first of 4 books in the Shenandoah Sisters series.

Start this series with A Day to Pick Your Own Cotton

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A Day to Pick Your Own Cotton
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Angels Watching Over Me
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The Color of Your Skin Ain't the Color of Your Heart
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Together Is All We Need

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2020–2020)

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Where's Jesus

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

5 books (2013–2017)

Michael R. Phillips's three-book collection of standalone novels was published between 2013 and 2014 and is now complete. Read these works in publication order, beginning with The Cappuccino Club, followed by Angel Dreams, and concluding with Murder By Quill. The first two titles were written in collaboration with other authors, while the final novel stands as a solo work.

Start with The Cappuccino Club(With: Michael Phillips) and read in order.

Start this series with The Cappuccino Club

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The Cappuccino Club
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The Cappuccino Club(With: Michael Phillips)
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Angel Dreams(With: Chris Schneider)
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Murder By Quill
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The Eyewitness Gospel

Stonewycke Trilogy Series

Complete

3 books (1985–1986)

The Stonewycke Trilogy by Michael R. Phillips consists of three complete novels published between 1985 and 1986. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Flight from Stonewycke, followed by The Heather Hills of Stonewycke, and concluding with The Lady of Stonewycke. This historical fiction trilogy is best experienced sequentially to follow the interconnected narrative across all three installments.

Start with Flight from Stonewycke and read in order.

Start this series with Flight from Stonewycke

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Flight from Stonewycke
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The Heather Hills of Stonewycke
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The Lady of Stonewycke

The Beyond Trilogy Series

Complete

3 books (1998–2014)

Michael R. Phillips's Beyond trilogy is a complete three-book non-fiction series spanning from 1998 to 2014. The three books—The Garden at the Edge of Beyond, Hell and Beyond, and Heaven and Beyond—should be read in publication order to follow the author's intended progression. This series presents Phillips's exploration of metaphysical and spiritual themes across its three volumes.

Start with The Garden at the Edge of Beyond and read in order.

Start this series with The Garden at the Edge of Beyond

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The Garden at the Edge of Beyond
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Hell and Beyond
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Heaven and Beyond

The Commands Series

Ongoing

3 books (2014–2024)

The Commands is an ongoing non-fiction series by Michael R. Phillips consisting of three books published between 2014 and 2024. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Commands of Jesus, followed by The Commands of the Apostles, and The Commands of the Prophets. This collection explores biblical directives and teachings across different periods of scripture.

Start with The Commands of Jesus and read in order.

Start this series with The Commands of Jesus

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The Commands of Jesus
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The Commands of the Apostles
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The Commands of the Prophets

The Green Hills of Snowdonia Series

Complete

2 books (2012–2012)

Michael R. Phillips's The Green Hills of Snowdonia is a complete two-book non-fiction series that should be read in publication order. From Across the Ancient Waters was published first in 2012, followed by The Treasure of the Celtic Triangle. Both entries explore historical and cultural themes connected to Wales and Celtic regions, presenting factual narratives that build progressively through the series.

Start with From Across the Ancient Waters and read in order.

Start this series with From Across the Ancient Waters

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From Across the Ancient Waters
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The Treasure of the Celtic Triangle

The Journals of Corrie & Christopher Series

Complete

2 books (1996–1997)

This complete two-book non-fiction series by Michael R. Phillips was published in 1996 and 1997. The Journals of Corrie & Christopher should be read in publication order, beginning with The Braxtons of Miracle Springs followed by A New Beginning.

Start with The Braxtons of Miracle Springs and read in order.

Start this series with The Braxtons of Miracle Springs

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The Braxtons of Miracle Springs
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A New Beginning

The Journals of Corrie Belle Hollister Series

Complete

9 books (1990–1996)

The Journals of Corrie Belle Hollister is a complete nine-book series by Michael R. Phillips, published between 1990 and 1996. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with Daughter of Grace and concluding with Grayfox. The series spans the formative experiences of its protagonist across the American frontier and beyond, documenting personal growth and discovery through interconnected narratives.

Start with Daughter of Grace, the first of 9 books in the The Journals of Corrie Belle Hollister series.

Start this series with Daughter of Grace

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Daughter of Grace
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My Father's World
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A Place in the Sun
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On the Trail of the Truth
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Into the Long Dark Night
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Sea to Shining Sea
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Land of the Brave and the Free
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A Home for the Heart
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The Maxwell Chronicles Series

Complete

2 books (1991–1992)

The Maxwell Chronicles is a complete two-book series by Michael R. Phillips published between 1991 and 1992. Both installments should be read in publication order, beginning with Pinnacles of Power followed by Depths of Destiny. This non-fiction series offers insights across its two volumes.

Start with Pinnacles of Power and read in order.

Start this series with Pinnacles of Power

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Pinnacles of Power
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Depths of Destiny

The Russians Series

Complete

7 books (1991–2015)

The Russians is a complete historical fiction series by Michael R. Phillips comprising seven novels published between 1991 and 2015. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Crown and the Crucible and concluding with White Nights, Red Morning. This series follows interconnected stories across Russian history, with each installment building on the narrative established in previous volumes.

Start with The Crown and the Crucible, the first of 7 books in the The Russians series.

Start this series with The Crown and the Crucible

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The Crown and the Crucible
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A House Divided
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Travail and Triumph
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Heirs of the Motherland
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Passage into Light
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The Dawning of Deliverance
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White Nights, Red Morning

The Stonewycke Legacy Series

Complete

3 books (1987–1988)

The Stonewycke Legacy is a three-book historical fiction series by Michael R. Phillips published between 1987 and 1988. The complete series consists of Stranger at Stonewycke, Shadows Over Stonewycke, and Treasure of Stonewycke, which should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected narrative. This finished series offers a full story arc across its three volumes.

Start with Stranger at Stonewycke and read in order.

Start this series with Stranger at Stonewycke

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Stranger at Stonewycke
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Shadows Over Stonewycke
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Treasure of Stonewycke

Tribulation Cult Series

Ongoing

4 books (2024–2026)

The Tribulation Cult series by Michael R. Phillips comprises four nonfiction books published between 2024 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. Readers should follow the publication order beginning with Birth of a Remnant: Tribulation Cult Book 2, followed by The Invisible War: Tribulation Cult Book 1, Hidden Jihad, and Freedom Manifesto. This series explores themes related to religious movements and contemporary conflicts through the author's nonfiction lens.

Start with Birth of a Remnant: Tribulation Cult Book 2, the first of 4 books in the Tribulation Cult series.

Start this series with Birth of a Remnant: Tribulation Cult Book 2

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Birth of a Remnant: Tribulation Cult Book 2
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The Invisible War: Tribulation Cult Book 1
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Hidden Jihad
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Freedom Manifesto

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Michael R. Phillips written?
Michael R. Phillips has written 92 books across 26 series. Their published works span from 1985 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Michael R. Phillips series?
Here are the first books in Michael R. Phillips's series: American Dreams: Dream of Freedom; Caledonia: Legend of the Celtic Stone; Carolina Cousins: A Perilous Proposal; Highland Collection: Jamie MacLeod; Livingstone Chronicles: A Rift in Time.
What order should I read Michael R. Phillips's books?
We recommend reading Michael R. Phillips's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Michael R. Phillips still writing new books?
Yes, Michael R. Phillips has 2 ongoing series: The Commands, Tribulation Cult.

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