Tom Harper Reading Order
6 series · 37 books
Tom Harper is a prolific English author and journalist known for his engaging storytelling across multiple genres. With 37 books spanning six series, including the adventures of Demetrios Askiates and Zodiac Station, he has captivated readers since 1964. His most acclaimed work, The Wolf Den, a historical novel set in Pompeii, achieved bestseller status, solidifying his reputation as a master of narrative fiction.
Courtney Series
Ongoing24 books (1964–2025)
Start with When the Lion Feeds(By: Wilbur Smith), the first of 24 books in the Courtney series.
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| 1 |  When the Lion Feeds(By: Wilbur Smith) 1964Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The Sound of Thunder / The Roar of Thunder(By: Wilbur Smith) 1966Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  A Sparrow Falls(By: Wilbur Smith) 1977Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Burning Shore(By: Wilbur Smith) 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Power of the Sword(By: Wilbur Smith) 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Rage(By: Wilbur Smith) 1987Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  A Time to Die(By: Wilbur Smith) 1989Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Golden Fox(By: Wilbur Smith) 1990Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Triumph of the Sun(By: Wilbur Smith) 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Birds of Prey(By: Wilbur Smith) 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Monsoon(By: Wilbur Smith) 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Blue Horizon(By: Wilbur Smith) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Assegai(By: Wilbur Smith) 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Golden Lion(By: Wilbur Smith,Giles Kristian) 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  The Tiger's Prey(With: Wilbur Smith) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | War Cry(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Courtney's War(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  Ghost Fire(With: Wilbur Smith) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  King of Kings(By: Wilbur Smith,Imogen Robertson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Legacy of War(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  Storm Tide(With: Wilbur Smith) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 | Nemesis(With: Wilbur Smith) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  Warrior King(With: Wilbur Smith) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 | Crossfire(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Demetrios Askiates Series
Complete3 books (2003–2006)
Start with The Mosaic of Shadows and read in order.
Edwin Thomas Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2013–2013)
| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Twelfth Tablet 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2013–2013)
| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Twelfth Tablet 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete6 books (2007–2015)
Start with The Lost Temple, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Zodiac Station Series
Complete2 books (2014–2014)
Start with Polar Vortex and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Tom Harper written?
- Tom Harper has written 37 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1964 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Tom Harper series?
- Here are the first books in Tom Harper's series: Courtney: When the Lion Feeds(By: Wilbur Smith); Demetrios Askiates: The Mosaic of Shadows; Zodiac Station: Polar Vortex.
- What order should I read Tom Harper's books?
- We recommend reading Tom Harper's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Tom Harper still writing new books?
- Yes, Tom Harper has 1 ongoing series: Courtney.