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Terry C. Johnston Reading Order

4 series · 31 books · Born 1947

Terry C. Johnston crafted sprawling historical westerns featuring frontier characters navigating the American wilderness during the 1800s. His four interconnected series—Jonas Hook, Plainsmen, Son Of The Plains, and Titus Bass—collectively span decades of publication and showcase his meticulous attention to period detail and complex protagonist development. Johnston's prolific career from 1982 to 2001 resonated with millions of readers seeking authentic depictions of frontier life and adventure.

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Jonas Hook Series

Complete

3 books (1992–1994)

Terry C. Johnston's Jonas Hook trilogy is a complete western series consisting of three books published between 1992 and 1994. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Cry of the Hawk, followed by Winter Rain, and concluding with Dream Catcher. This finished series offers readers a full narrative arc across its three installments.

Start with Cry of the Hawk and read in order.

Start this series with Cry of the Hawk

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Cry of the Hawk
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Cover of Dream Catcher
Dream Catcher

Plainsmen Series

Complete

16 books (1990–2001)

The Plainsmen series is a 16-book Western saga by Terry C. Johnston, published between 1990 and 2001. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Red Cloud's Revenge and concluding with the final installment. This historical fiction epic follows the tumultuous era of conflict on the American Great Plains during the nineteenth century.

Start with Red Cloud's Revenge, the first of 16 books in the Plainsmen series.

Start this series with Red Cloud's Revenge

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Red Cloud's Revenge
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Cover of The Stalkers
The Stalkers
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Cover of Devil's Backbone
Devil's Backbone
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Cover of Shadow Riders
Shadow Riders
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Cover of Dying Thunder
Dying Thunder
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Cover of Reap the Whirlwind
Reap the Whirlwind
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Cover of Trumpet on the Land
Trumpet on the Land
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A Cold Day in Hell
12
Cover of Wolf Mountain Moon
Wolf Mountain Moon
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Cover of Ashes of Heaven
Ashes of Heaven
14
Cover of Cries from the Earth
Cries from the Earth
15
Cover of Lay the Mountains Low
Lay the Mountains Low
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Cover of Turn the Stars Upside Down
Turn the Stars Upside Down

Son Of The Plains Series

Complete

3 books (1990–1991)

Terry C. Johnston's Son of the Plains trilogy spans three complete Western novels published between 1990 and 1991. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Long Winter Gone, followed by Seize the Sky, and concluding with Whisper of the Wolf. This finished trilogy offers readers the full arc of Johnston's Plains narrative without requiring additional volumes.

Start with Long Winter Gone and read in order.

Start this series with Long Winter Gone

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Long Winter Gone
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Seize the Sky
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Cover of Whisper of the Wolf
Whisper of the Wolf

Titus Bass Series

Complete

9 books (1982–2001)

Terry C. Johnston's Titus Bass series comprises nine Western novels published between 1982 and 2001, following the life and adventures of its titular mountain man protagonist across the American frontier. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Carry the Wind and concluding with Wind Walker. Each installment builds upon the previous narrative, charting the character's journey through the wilderness and his encounters with the landscape and people of early nineteenth-century North America.

Start with Carry the Wind, the first of 9 books in the Titus Bass series.

Start this series with Carry the Wind

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Carry the Wind
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One-Eyed Dream
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Dance on the Wind
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Cover of Buffalo Palace
Buffalo Palace
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Cover of Crack in the Sky
Crack in the Sky
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Ride the Moon Down
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Death Rattle
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Terry C. Johnston written?
Terry C. Johnston has written 31 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1982 to 2001.
What is the first book in each Terry C. Johnston series?
Here are the first books in Terry C. Johnston's series: Jonas Hook: Cry of the Hawk; Plainsmen: Red Cloud's Revenge; Son Of The Plains: Long Winter Gone; Titus Bass: Carry the Wind.
What order should I read Terry C. Johnston's books?
We recommend reading Terry C. Johnston's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Terry C. Johnston's series complete?
Terry C. Johnston has 4 completed series.

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