Rick Partlow Reading Order

6 books (2025–2026)

The Accidental Astronaut series by Rick Partlow is an ongoing science fiction adventure consisting of four books published between 2025 and 2026. This series should be read in publication order, beginning with the first installment and continuing through the subsequent releases. The complete sequence combines elements of action, adventure, and speculative science fiction storytelling.

Start with Accidental Astronaut, the first of 4 books in the Accidental Astronaut series.

10 books (2017–2026)

Rick Partlow's Anthologies series comprises seven science fiction and action-focused short story collections published between 2017 and 2024, with the series remaining ongoing. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Guardian and continuing through Backblast Area Clear, Beyond the Black: Volume One, Future Days, From the Ashes, No Man's Land, and Blood, Sweat, and Steel: Tales of Future Combat and Mechanized Warfare. Each volume gathers original fiction that explores themes of combat, technology, and survival across various speculative settings.

Start with The Guardian, the first of 7 books in the Anthologies series.

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1	The Guardian 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Backblast Area Clear 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Beyond the Black: Volume One 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Future Days 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	From the Ashes 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	No Man's Land 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Blood, Sweat, and Steel: Tales of Future Combat and Mechanized Warfare 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Fire for Effect 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Express Elevator to Hell 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Talking with Strangers 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (2025–2026)

Rick Partlow's Archangel series consists of five science fiction action novels published between 2025 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Ascending and continuing through Avenging, Fallen, Reckoning, and Rebirth. This series blends science fiction with action-adventure elements across its expanding storyline.

Start with Ascending, the first of 5 books in the Archangel series.

4 books (2011–2016)

Rick Partlow's Birthright series consists of four science fiction and action adventure novels published between 2011 and 2016. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Birthright and continuing through Northwest Passage, Enemy of My Enemy, and concluding with Glory Boy. This finished series blends elements of science fiction with historical and action-oriented storytelling across its four installments.

Start with Birthright, the first of 4 books in the Birthright series.

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1	Birthright 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Northwest Passage 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Enemy of My Enemy 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Glory Boy 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2019–2019)

The Broken Arrow Mercenary Force trilogy by Rick Partlow consists of three science fiction action novels published in 2019. The series follows a complete narrative arc and should be read in publication order, beginning with Merchants of War, followed by Prisoners of War, and concluding with Spoils of War. This standalone trilogy delivers military science fiction adventure centered on mercenary operations across a futuristic setting.

Start with Merchants of War and read in order.

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1	Merchants of War 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Prisoners of War 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Spoils of War 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

16 books (2020–2024)

The Drop Trooper series by Rick Partlow is an ongoing science fiction and military action saga spanning 16 books published between 2020 and 2024. Readers should begin with Contact Front and proceed in publication order through the series, which includes titles like Danger Close, Direct Fire, Home Front, and Kinetic Strike, among others. The series remains active with additional installments in development.

Start with Contact Front, the first of 16 books in the Drop Trooper series.

3 books (2023–2023)

The Drop Trooper: Pirate Wars series by Rick Partlow consists of three science fiction action novels published in 2023. Read the books in publication order: Infiltration, Insurgency, and Isolation. The series appears to be complete.

Start with Infiltration and read in order.

4 books (2023–2023)

The Drop Trooper: Recon series consists of four science fiction action novels by Rick Partlow published in 2023. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Recon and continuing through The Hunter, The Mercenary, and The Operative. This military science fiction saga explores combat and survival across its four installments, delivering action-driven storytelling within a cohesive narrative arc.

Start with Recon, the first of 4 books in the Drop Trooper: Recon series.

3 books (2011–2014)

Rick Partlow's Duty, Honor, Planet series spans three books published between 2011 and 2014, blending science fiction with military themes. The complete trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Duty, Honor, Planet, followed by Honor Bound and concluding with The Line of Duty. This action-driven series combines speculative fiction elements with the historical and procedural depth characteristic of military narratives.

Start with Duty, Honor, Planet and read in order.

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1	Duty, Honor, Planet 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Honor Bound 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Line of Duty 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

6 books (2020–2022)

Earth At War is a six-book science fiction series by Rick Partlow published between 2020 and 2022. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with 1st to Fight and continuing through Primary Targets, Return Fire, Enemies & Allies, Allied Powers, and Enemy Forces. The books follow a continuous narrative throughout the sequence.

Start with 1st to Fight, the first of 6 books in the Earth At War series.

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1	1st to Fight 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Primary Targets 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Return Fire 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Enemies & Allies 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Allied Powers 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Enemy Forces 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2022–2023)

The Gates of Eternity series by Rick Partlow comprises three military science fiction novels published between 2022 and 2023. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Gates of Hell, followed by Gates of Hope, and concluding with Gates of Victory. This trilogy combines action-driven storytelling with science fiction worldbuilding characteristic of the military sci-fi genre.

Start with Gates of Hell and read in order.

4 books (2021–2021)

Rick Partlow's Holy War series consists of four science fiction and action adventure novels published in 2021, presented in publication order: Armageddon, Genesis, Judgment Day, and Revelation. The series appears to be complete, with all four installments released during the same year. Readers should begin with Armageddon and progress through the books sequentially to experience the full narrative arc.

Start with Armageddon, the first of 4 books in the Holy War series.

8 books (2024–2026)

The J.R. Handley Presents series is an ongoing anthology collection spanning eight volumes published between 2024 and 2026, featuring science fiction, historical fiction, and action-adventure stories from multiple contributors. Each volume contains work edited or presented by J.R. Handley alongside various authors, with titles including Beast Hunt, Contested Landing, Assault Team, Cogs and Cutlasses, and Face The Storm. Readers should follow the books in their publication order to experience the series as intended. The collection draws from diverse genre traditions and collaborative storytelling approaches.

Start with Beast Hunt: Volume 1(By: Robert Silverberg,J.R. Handley,Declan Finn,J.L. Royce,Sarah Arnette,Sean E. Britten,Paul Cesarini,J.W. Liotta,J.M. Ward,Rudy Vener), the first of 8 books in the J.R. Handley Presents series.

3 books (2021–2021)

Mech Force is a three-book science fiction and action series by Rick Partlow published in 2021. The series comprises Apocalypse, Brimstone, and Hellfire and should be read in publication order. The series appears to be complete.

Start with Apocalypse and read in order.

3 books (2018–2018)

Rick Partlow's Psi War series consists of three completed science fiction novels published in 2018. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Conflagration, followed by Homecoming, and concluding with Imperium. This action-driven series blends speculative science fiction with historical elements to create an epic narrative spanning the entire trilogy.

Start with Conflagration and read in order.

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1	Conflagration 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Homecoming 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Imperium 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2026–2026)

Ransom's Renegades is an ongoing science fiction action series by Rick Partlow with at least three books currently available. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Rules of Engagement followed by the other installments. With its blend of science fiction and action-adventure elements, this series offers readers an engaging military or combat-focused narrative across multiple books released starting in 2026.

Start with Rules of Engagement and read in order.

4 books (2017–2017)

The Recon series by Rick Partlow comprises four science fiction action novels published in 2017 that should be read in publication order beginning with A Battle for the Gods. The complete series follows a linear narrative across its four installments: A Battle for the Gods, A Fight to the Death, A War to the Knife, and A Wolf in the Fold. This standalone series run offers a continuous story arc within the science fiction and action adventure genres.

Start with A Battle for the Gods, the first of 4 books in the Recon series.

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1	A Battle for the Gods 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	A Fight to the Death 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	A War to the Knife 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	A Wolf in the Fold 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2018–2018)

Rick Partlow's Short Stories/Novellas series consists of four complete collections published in 2018: Atonement, Gate of Dreams, Judgement Call, and Rituals. These works span science fiction, historical fiction, and action-adventure themes. Read in publication order, beginning with Atonement, to experience the full scope of this finished series.

Start with Atonement, the first of 4 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

6 books (2022–2023)

The Space Hunter War series by Rick Partlow comprises six science fiction action novels published between 2022 and 2023. Following a complete story arc, the series should be read in publication order beginning with Corporate Bounty and continuing through Terminal Bounty. The series appears to be finished, making it an ideal choice for readers seeking a concluded narrative spanning bounty hunting adventures across multiple antagonists and scenarios.

Start with Corporate Bounty, the first of 6 books in the Space Hunter War series.

2 books (2017–2018)

Rick Partlow's two-book completed series consists of Last Flight of the Acheron and Seeds of Gaia, published in 2017 and 2018 respectively. Both novels should be read in publication order to experience the story as intended. These science fiction adventures showcase Partlow's versatility across multiple genres including historical fiction and action-driven narratives.

Start with Last Flight of the Acheron and read in order.

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1	Last Flight of the Acheron 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Seeds of Gaia 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2022–2022)

Rick Partlow's Star Bounty science fiction series comprises four books published in 2022 and appears to be complete. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Absolution and continuing through Retribution, Revolution, and Vindication. This action-oriented space opera blends adventure with speculative science fiction storytelling across its four entries.

Start with Absolution, the first of 4 books in the Star Bounty series.

3 books (2022–2022)

The Sunkiller series is a science fiction trilogy co-written by Rick Partlow and J.N. Chaney, published in 2022 and appearing to be complete. All three books should be read in publication order, beginning with Legacy, followed by Odyssey, and concluding with Sunkiller.

Start with Legacy(With: J.N. Chaney) and read in order.

13 books (2023–2026)

The Taken to the Stars series is a twelve-book science fiction adventure that began in 2023 and is currently ongoing. Rick Partlow's series should be read in publication order, beginning with Eclipse of Empire and continuing through Shadow Dominion. The most recent installments were published in 2025, with new entries expected as the series develops.

Start with Eclipse of Empire, the first of 12 books in the Taken to the Stars series.

4 books (2017–2020)

The Tales of the Acheron is a complete four-book science fiction series by Rick Partlow, published between 2017 and 2020. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Prodigal and continuing through Exile, Hybrid, and concluding with The Acheron. This action-driven series combines elements of science fiction with historical and adventure storytelling across its full span.

Start with Prodigal, the first of 4 books in the Tales of the Acheron series.

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1	Prodigal 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Exile 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Hybrid 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Acheron 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (2019–2023)

Rick Partlow's We Dare series spans five science fiction action novels published between 2019 and 2023, with the complete sequence following publication order beginning with We Dare. The series includes We Dare, We Dare: Semper Paratus, No Man's Land, Wanted, Dead or Alive, and We Dare: Old Age and Treachery. While not officially confirmed as complete, the series appears to have concluded with its fifth installment in 2023.

Start with We Dare, the first of 5 books in the We Dare series.

6 books (2019–2019)

The Wholesale Slaughter series is a complete science fiction action series comprising six books published in 2019. Rick Partlow's completed sequence should be read in publication order, beginning with Judas Kiss and concluding with Wholesale Slaughter. The novels follow a straightforward narrative arc across Judas Kiss, Maelstrom Strand, Redemption's Shadow, Revelation Run, Terminus Cut, and the final installment.

Start with Judas Kiss, the first of 6 books in the Wholesale Slaughter series.

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1	Judas Kiss 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Maelstrom Strand 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Redemption's Shadow 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Revelation Run 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Terminus Cut 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Wholesale Slaughter 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2024–2024)

World War Mars is an ongoing science fiction action series by Rick Partlow consisting of three books released in 2024. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with World War Mars and continuing through World War Mars 2 and World War Mars 3. More installments are planned for this developing series.

Start with World War Mars and read in order.