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David Sherman

3 series 22 books in order

David Sherman (1958 – November 16, 2022) was an American novelist known for focusing on military themes, particularly at the small-unit tactical level. His work was heavily influenced by his experiences as a United States Marine. Sherman's writing often reflected his firsthand knowledge of military life and operations. He authored several novels that explored the complexities of combat and the experiences of soldiers in the field. His contributions to military fiction were recognized for their authenticity and detailed portrayal of tactical situations.

Born
1944
Known for
StarFist series, DemonTech series, Night Fighter

Series by David Sherman

StarFist series

14 books in order · 1997–2009

  1. Cover of First to fight

    First to fight

    1997 · David Sherman

    Marine Staff Sergeant Charlie Bass and his seven-man team find themselves stranded in an alien desert, far from home and without their equipment or…

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  2. Cover of School of Fire (Starfist, Book 2)

    School of Fire (Starfist, Book 2)

    1998 · David Sherman

    School of Fire (Starfist, Book 2) is a 1998 novel by David Sherman, part of StarFist, a series of military science fiction novels by David Sherman…

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  3. Cover of Blood contact

    Blood contact

    1999 · David Sherman

    Through three centuries of interstellar travel, intelligent alien life had never been encountered—until now. When a scientific team exploring an…

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    Steel gauntlet

    1999 · David Sherman

    StarFist is a series of military science fiction novels written by David Sherman and Dan Cragg. The stories take place in the 25th century and follow…

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    Technokill

    2000 · David Sherman

    A terrifying secret and a group of ruthless masterminds plot to steal vast riches discovered on an alien world. These powerful individuals have…

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  6. Cover of Hangfire

    Hangfire

    2000 · David Sherman

    Six agents have died trying to uncover the crime families running a vast empire of pleasure and debauchery. Now, three Marines from Co. L's 3rd…

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  7. Cover of Kingdom's Swords (Starfist, Book 7)

    Kingdom's Swords (Starfist, Book 7)

    2002 · David Sherman

    StarFist is a series of military science fiction novels written by David Sherman and Dan Cragg. The stories take place in the 25th century and are…

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    Lazarus rising

    2003 · David Sherman

    The Starfist saga, written by real combat veterans David Sherman and Dan Cragg, follows Marines fighting in outer space. In this novel, the 34th…

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  9. Cover of Kingdom's Fury (Starfist, Book 8)

    Kingdom's Fury (Starfist, Book 8)

    2003 · David Sherman

    StarFist is a series of military science fiction novels written by David Sherman and Dan Cragg. The stories take place in the 25th century and follow…

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  10. Cover of A world of hurt

    A world of hurt

    2004 · David Sherman

    The Starfist saga, written by men with real combat experience, is a popular series in America. In the latest adventure, Marines face a dangerous…

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DemonTech series

3 books in order · 2002–2004

  1. Cover of Onslaught

    Onslaught

    2002 · David Sherman

    Onslaught is a 2002 novel by David Sherman, an American novelist who dealt overwhelmingly with military themes at the small-unit tactical level,…

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  2. Rally Point

    2003 · David Sherman

    David Sherman was an American novelist known for focusing on military themes, particularly at the small-unit tactical level. His work often reflected…

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  3. Gulf Run

    2004 · David Sherman

    Gulf Run is a 2004 novel by David Sherman, an American novelist who dealt overwhelmingly with military themes at the small-unit tactical level. His…

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Night Fighter

5 books in order · 1987–1989

  1. Cover of MAIN FORCE ASSAULT (Night Fighters, Book 2)

    MAIN FORCE ASSAULT (Night Fighters, Book 2)

    1987 · David Sherman

    MAIN FORCE ASSAULT (Night Fighters, Book 2) is a 1987 novel by David Sherman, an American novelist who dealt overwhelmingly with military themes at…

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  2. Cover of OUT OF THE FIRE (Night Fighters Book 3)

    OUT OF THE FIRE (Night Fighters Book 3)

    1987 · David Sherman

    OUT OF THE FIRE (Night Fighters Book 3) is by David Sherman, an American novelist who dealt overwhelmingly with military themes at the small-unit…

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  3. Cover of A Nghu Night Falls (#5) (Night Fighters, Book 5)

    A Nghu Night Falls (#5) (Night Fighters, Book 5)

    1988 · David Sherman

    A Nghu Night Falls is a 1988 novel by David Sherman, an American novelist whose work dealt overwhelmingly with military themes at the small-unit…

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  4. A rock and a hard place

    1988 · David Sherman

    A rock and a hard place is a 1988 book by David Sherman. It is part of the series Night Fighter. Catalog genres: Literary Fiction. The listed edition…

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  5. Charlie Don't Live Here Anymore

    1989 · David Sherman

    Charlie Don't Live Here Anymore is a 1989 novel by David Sherman, an American novelist who dealt overwhelmingly with military themes at the…

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Frequently asked questions

How many books has David Sherman written?

We list 22 books by David Sherman across 3 series, published between 1987–2009 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read David Sherman's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Double jeopardy.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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