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Michael Wallace Reading Order

13 series Β· 65 books

Michael Wallace is a prolific fantasy and science fiction author who has published over 65 books across 13 series since 1994. His most acclaimed works include the Alliance Trilogy and Burning Sky series, alongside other notable fantasy worlds like Dark Citadel, Devil's Deep, and the Quintana Trilogy. Wallace's three-decade career demonstrates a sustained commitment to worldbuilding and epic storytelling across multiple interconnected universes.

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Alliance Trilogy Series

Complete

3 books (2018–2018)

Michael Wallace's completed Alliance Trilogy consists of three science fiction fantasy novels published in 2018. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Alliance Armada, followed by Alliance Insurgent, and concluding with Alliance Stars. This trilogy offers a full narrative arc across its three installments.

Start with Alliance Armada and read in order.

Burning Sky Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2020–2021)

The Burning Sky trilogy is a three-book fantasy and science fiction series by Michael Wallace, with all entries published between 2020 and 2021. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Burning Sky, followed by Dark Star, and concluding with Blood of the Hive. This sequence delivers a connected narrative across all three installments.

Start with Burning Sky and read in order.

Dark Citadel Series

Complete

5 books (2011–2015)

Michael Wallace's Dark Citadel series comprises five fantasy novels published between 2011 and 2015. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Dark Citadel and continuing through The Free Kingdoms, The Golden Griffin, The Warrior King, and concluding with War of Wizards.

Start with The Dark Citadel, the first of 5 books in the Dark Citadel series.

Start this series with The Dark Citadel

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Devil's Deep Series

Complete

3 books (2011–2013)

Michael Wallace's Devil's Deep trilogy is a three-book fantasy and science fiction series completed between 2011 and 2013. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Devil's Deep, followed by The Devil's Peak, and concluding with The Devil's Cauldron. This complete series offers readers a finished narrative arc with no additional volumes planned.

Start with The Devil's Deep and read in order.

Start this series with The Devil's Deep

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The Devil's Cauldron

Quintana Trilogy Series

Complete

1 book (2020–2020)

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The Luminoso Trilogy

Red Sword Trilogy Series

Complete

3 books (2017–2017)

The Red Sword Trilogy is a complete fantasy series by Michael Wallace consisting of three books published in 2017. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Black Shield, followed by The Emerald Crown, and concluding with The Red Sword. This finished trilogy offers a self-contained story arc for readers seeking a compact fantasy experience.

Start with The Black Shield and read in order.

Start this series with The Black Shield

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Righteous Series

Complete

10 books (2011–2015)

The Righteous is a complete ten-book fantasy series by Michael Wallace published between 2011 and 2015. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Mighty and Strong and concluding with Blood of the Faithful. This series follows a continuous narrative across its entries and is designed to be experienced sequentially.

Start with Mighty and Strong, the first of 10 books in the Righteous series.

Start this series with Mighty and Strong

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Sentinel Trilogy Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2016)

Michael Wallace's Sentinel Trilogy is a complete fantasy and science fiction series comprising three books published in 2016. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Dragon Quadrant, followed by Shattered Sun, and concluding with The Sentinel. All three installments were released the same year, making this a tightly published series that offers a complete narrative arc.

Start with Dragon Quadrant and read in order.

Sociology for a New Century Series

Complete

13 books (1994–2018)

The Sociology for a New Century series consists of 13 academic volumes published between 1994 and 2018, exploring contemporary social issues from multiple disciplinary perspectives. Each book, written by different scholars, stands alone as an independent examination of topics ranging from crime and inequality to urban development and human rights. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Crime and Disrepute by John Hagan. Together, these works provide a comprehensive overview of late twentieth-century and early twenty-first-century sociology.

Start with Crime and Disrepute(By: John Hagan), the first of 13 books in the Sociology for a New Century series.

Start this series with Crime and Disrepute(By: John Hagan)

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Crime and Disrepute(By: John Hagan)
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Waves of Democracy(By: John Markoff)
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Aging, Social Inequality, and Public Policy(By: Fred C. Pampel)
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Law/Society(By: John R. Sutton)
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Women and Men at Work(By: Irene Padavic,Barbara F. Reskin)
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Ethnicity and Race(By: Douglas Hartmann)
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Beyond a Border(By: Peter J. Kivisto,Thomas Faist)
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How Societies Change(By: Daniel Chirot)
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Sociology and Human Rights(By: Judith R. Blau,Mark Frezzo)
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Cultures and Societies in a Changing World(By: Wendy Griswold)
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Economy/Society(By: Bruce G. Carruthers,Sarah Louise Babb)
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Cities in a World Economy(By: Saskia Sassen)

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

10 books (2011–2024)

Michael Wallace has published ten standalone novels across fantasy, science fiction, and nonfiction genres between 2011 and 2024, with the series remaining ongoing. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Kingdom of the Bears and continuing through The Red Rooster, The Wolves of Paris, Wolf Hook, Crow Hollow, The Crescent Spy, Victoria Crossing, The Year of Counting Souls, The Rings of Berlin, and Fogland. Each novel stands alone with its own narrative, making them accessible as individual reads while maintaining the author's evolving storytelling across the collection.

Start with The Kingdom of the Bears, the first of 10 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with The Kingdom of the Bears

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Starship Blackbeard Series

Complete

4 books (2014–2015)

The Starship Blackbeard series by Michael Wallace contains four science fiction novels published between 2014 and 2015. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Starship Blackbeard and continuing through Dreadnought, Lords of Space, and Rebellion of Stars. This finished series offers a full narrative arc across its four installments.

Start with Starship Blackbeard, the first of 4 books in the Starship Blackbeard series.

Start this series with Starship Blackbeard

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Sword Saint Series

Complete

4 books (2020–2020)

Michael Wallace's Sword Saint is a complete fantasy series comprising four novels published in 2020. The books should be read in publication order beginning with Bladedancer, followed by Crowlord, Shadow Walker, and concluding with Sword Saint. This interconnected narrative follows a sequential storyline that builds across all four installments.

Start with Bladedancer, the first of 4 books in the Sword Saint series.

Void Queen Trilogy Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2017)

Michael Wallace's Void Queen Trilogy is a complete fantasy and science fiction series consisting of three books published between 2016 and 2017. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Queen of the Void, followed by Star Wolf, and concluding with Sun King. This series offers a finished narrative arc for readers seeking a self-contained epic within the author's speculative fiction catalog.

Start with Queen of the Void and read in order.

Start this series with Queen of the Void

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Michael Wallace written?
Michael Wallace has written 65 books across 13 series. Their published works span from 1994 to 2024.
What is the first book in each Michael Wallace series?
Here are the first books in Michael Wallace's series: Alliance Trilogy: Alliance Armada; Burning Sky: Burning Sky; Dark Citadel: The Dark Citadel; Devil's Deep: The Devil's Deep; Red Sword Trilogy: The Black Shield.
What order should I read Michael Wallace's books?
We recommend reading Michael Wallace's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Michael Wallace still writing new books?
Yes, Michael Wallace has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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