Stephanie Dray Reading Order
4 series · 14 books
Stephanie Dray crafts historical fiction centered on remarkable women whose stories have been overshadowed by history. Her novels, including the Cleopatra's Daughter series and The Women of Chateau Lafayette, blend meticulous historical research with intimate character development to bring female figures from the past to vivid life. Spanning multiple genres and formats from sweeping sagas to standalone works, Dray's prolific output demonstrates her skill at illuminating the personal struggles and triumphs of women who shaped history.
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Anthologies Series
Complete4 books (2012–2019)
Stephanie Dray edited four historical fiction anthologies published between 2012 and 2014, now complete as a collection. Each volume features multiple authors writing interconnected stories set in significant historical periods. Read these anthologies in publication order beginning with Eternal Spring to experience the full arc of narratives across the series.
Start with Eternal Spring and read in order.
Start this series with Eternal Spring
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Cleopatra's Daughter Series
Complete3 books (2011–2013)
Stephanie Dray's Cleopatra's Daughter is a complete trilogy published between 2011 and 2013, following the historical fiction adventures of Cleopatra's daughter in ancient Egypt and Rome. The three books—Lily of the Nile, Song of the Nile, and Daughters of the Nile—should be read in publication order to experience the full arc of the story. This series is finished, making it ideal for readers seeking a complete historical narrative.
Start with Lily of the Nile and read in order.
Start this series with Lily of the Nile
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2012–2016)
Start this series with The Princess of Egypt Must Die
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Ongoing5 books (2016–2026)
Stephanie Dray has written five standalone historical novels in collaboration with Laura Kamoie, published between 2016 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. Each book stands alone and should be read in publication order, beginning with America's First Daughter. The series includes My Dear Hamilton, The Women of Chateau Lafayette, Becoming Madam Secretary, and A Founding Mother.
Start with America's First Daughter(With: Laura Kamoie), the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with America's First Daughter(With: Laura Kamoie)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Stephanie Dray written?
- Stephanie Dray has written 14 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2011 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Stephanie Dray series?
- Here are the first books in Stephanie Dray's series: Anthologies: Eternal Spring; Cleopatra's Daughter: Lily of the Nile; Short Stories/Novellas: The Princess of Egypt Must Die.
- What order should I read Stephanie Dray's books?
- We recommend reading Stephanie Dray's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Stephanie Dray still writing new books?
- Yes, Stephanie Dray has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.