Katharine Kerr

4 series 13 books in order

Katharine Kerr is an American science fiction and fantasy novelist, best known for her series of Celtic-influenced high fantasy novels set in the fictional land of Deverry. She is recognized as a writer in the science fiction and fantasy genres.

Born
1944
Known for
Deverry Cycle, Deverry: Silver Wyrm, The Dragon Mage, The Westlands

Series by Katharine Kerr

Deverry Cycle

4 books in order · 1987–1993

  1. Cover of Daggerspell

    Daggerspell

    1993 · Katharine Kerr

    In a world beyond physical reality, Nevyn, a wandering and mysterious sorcerer, searches for atonement for the tragic wrongs of his youth. He once…

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    Darkspell

    1987 · Katharine Kerr

    In Darkspell, two mercenaries travel the roads of Deverry, where their fates are intertwined with that of their homeland. Lord Rhodry, exiled from…

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  3. The Bristling Wood

    1989

    Against the passionate sweep of Deverrian history, the powerful wizard Nevyn has lived for centuries, atoning for the sins he committed in his youth.…

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  4. The Dragon Revenant

    1990

    For years the provinces of Deverry have been in turmoil; now the conflict escalates with the kidnapping of Rhodry Maelwaedd, heir to the throne of…

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Deverry: Silver Wyrm

4 books in order · 2006–2009

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    The Gold Falcon

    2006 · Katharine Kerr

    Experience the land of Deverry as never before in this new high fantasy romance series inspired by Celtic mythology. Reincarnated as young lovers,…

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    The Spirit Stone

    2007 · Katharine Kerr

    "A dagger laid against our throat." Such is the description Prince Dar of the Weslands uses for Zakh Gral, a new fortress built by the Horsekin, the…

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  3. Cover of The Shadow Isle

    The Shadow Isle

    2008 · Katharine Kerr

    The wild Northlands hold many secrets, among them the mysterious island of Haen Marn, the mountain settlements of Dwarveholt, and the fortified city…

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    The Silver Mage

    2009 · Katharine Kerr

    Read Katharine Kerr's posts on the Penguin Blog. The Horsekin are assembling along Prince Dar's northern border, and the Deverry alliance doesn't…

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The Dragon Mage

3 books in order · 1997–2000

  1. Cover of The Red Wyvern

    The Red Wyvern

    1997 · Katharine Kerr

    Katharine Kerr's richly imagined cycle of novels set in Deverry and the Westlands has earned a devoted following—and a reputation as the finest…

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  2. Cover of The Black Raven

    The Black Raven

    1999 · Katharine Kerr

    For the devoted followers of the dazzling Deverry and Westlands cycle, Katharine Kerr continues the magical epic saga she began in The Red Wyvern. In…

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    The Fire Dragon

    2000 · Katharine Kerr

    Katharine Kerr has enchanted readers with her magical Deverry and Westlands cycle, and now she brings to a breathtaking conclusion the epic saga…

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The Westlands

4 books in order · 1991–1994

  1. Cover of A Time of Exile

    A Time of Exile

    1991 · Katharine Kerr

    The world of Deverry: an intricate tapestry of fate, past lives, and unfathomable magic. With A Time Of Exile, Katharine Kerr opens new territory in…

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  2. Cover of A Time of Omens

    A Time of Omens

    1992 · Katharine Kerr

    While a dashing young king journeys to his throne in disguise, fulfilling an ancient prophecy, the exiled lord Rhodry travels anonymously as a…

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  3. Cover of Days of Blood and Fire

    Days of Blood and Fire

    1994 · Katharine Kerr

    In the peaceful land of the Rhiddaer, Jahdo the ratcatcher's son stumbles upon a secret meeting between a city council man and a dangerous,…

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  4. Cover of Days of Air and Darkness

    Days of Air and Darkness

    1994 · Katharine Kerr

    Acclaimed author of the dazzling cycle of fantasy novels set in Deverry and the Westlands, Katharine Kerr continues her epic saga of humanity as a…

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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Katharine Kerr written?

We list 13 books by Katharine Kerr across 4 series, published between 1987–2009 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Katharine Kerr's books?

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

Where can I buy Katharine Kerr's books?

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