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Richard Phillips Reading Order

4 series · 16 books

Non-FictionScience Fiction

Richard Phillips is a science fiction author known for crafting interconnected series that explore complex technological and metaphysical themes. His work spans multiple universes, including the Endarian Prophecy and the expansive Rho Agenda multiverse, which encompasses the original Rho Agenda series along with the Assimilation and Inception subseries. Since 2006, Phillips has published sixteen books that blend hard science fiction concepts with philosophical inquiry, establishing himself as a prolific voice in speculative fiction.

Endarian Prophecy Series

Complete

6 books (2017–2020)

Start with Mark of Fire, the first of 6 books in the Endarian Prophecy series.

Start this series with Mark of Fire

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Mark of Fire
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Curse of the Chosen
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Prophecy's Daughter
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
The Shattered Trident
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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Prophecy's End
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
The Time Seer
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Rho Agenda Series

Ongoing

4 books (2006–2025)

Start with The Second Ship, the first of 4 books in the Rho Agenda series.

Start this series with The Second Ship

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1
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The Second Ship
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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3
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4
The Ripper's Son
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Rho Agenda: Assimilation Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2017)

Start with The Altreian Enigma and read in order.

Start this series with The Altreian Enigma

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The Altreian Enigma
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Kasari Nexus
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Meridian Ascent
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Rho Agenda: Inception Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2015)

Start with Once Dead and read in order.

Start this series with Once Dead

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2
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3
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Richard Phillips written?
Richard Phillips has written 16 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2006 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Richard Phillips series?
Here are the first books in Richard Phillips's series: Endarian Prophecy: Mark of Fire; Rho Agenda: The Second Ship; Rho Agenda: Assimilation: The Altreian Enigma; Rho Agenda: Inception: Once Dead.
What order should I read Richard Phillips's books?
We recommend reading Richard Phillips's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Richard Phillips still writing new books?
Yes, Richard Phillips has 1 ongoing series: Rho Agenda.

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