Where to start with Melanie Rawn
Begin with Dragon Prince, the first book in the Dragon Prince and Dragon Star trilogies, published in 1988. This series spans six books and follows a complex narrative of political intrigue, magic, and dragons in a world shaped by ancient prophecies and shifting loyalties. Read the series in publication order to follow the chronological development of the story and characters. After completing the Dragon Prince and Dragon Star trilogies, proceed to the Exiles Trilogy, beginning with The ruins of Ambrai, published in 1994. This trilogy continues the exploration of magic, identity, and legacy, set in a world where the past deeply influences the present. The books are connected by shared themes and a consistent fantasy setting, though each series stands as a distinct narrative arc.
Series by Melanie Rawn
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1988 · Melanie Rawn
Dragon Prince is a fantasy novel by American author Melanie Rawn and serves as the first book in the Dragon Prince trilogy. The story is set in a…
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1989 · Melanie Rawn
The Star Scroll is a fantasy novel by American author Melanie Rawn. It is the second book in the Dragon Prince trilogy and takes place fourteen years…
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Buy on AmazonStronghold (Dragon Star, Book 1)
1990 · Melanie Rawn
Stronghold (Dragon Star, Book 1) is a 1990 book by Melanie Rawn. It is part of the series Dragon Prince and Dragon Star trilogies. Catalog genres:…
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Buy on AmazonSun-Runner's Fire (Dragon Prince, Book 3)
1990 · Melanie Rawn
Andry, the new Sunrunner Lord of Goddess Keep, must master potentially deadly magical knowledge before he can confront the ancient foe who nearly…
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Buy on AmazonThe Dragon Token (Dragon Star, Book 2)
1992 · Melanie Rawn
A 1992 fantasy novel by American author Melanie Rawn. It is the second novel in the Dragon Star trilogy. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA…
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Buy on Amazon1993 · Melanie Rawn
Skybowl is a 1993 book by Melanie Rawn. It is part of the series Dragon Prince and Dragon Star trilogies. Catalog genres: Fantasy, Literary Fiction.…
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Buy on Amazon1994 · Melanie Rawn
The Ruins of Ambrai is a 1994 fantasy novel by American author Melanie Rawn. It is the first book in the Exiles Trilogy and takes place in the…
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The Mageborn Traitor is a novel by Melanie Rawn. The Mage Guardians have survived a war, barely, and Mage Captal Cailet and her sister Sarra now…
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The Captal's Tower (Exiles, Vol. 3)
2009 · Melanie Rawn
Melanie Rawn is an American author of fantasy literature. She received a BA in history from Scripps College and worked as a teacher and editor before…
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Frequently asked questions
How many books has Melanie Rawn written?
We list 9 books by Melanie Rawn across 2 series, published between 1988–2009 — each shown in full reading order.
What order should I read Melanie Rawn's books?
Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Dragon Prince.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.
Where can I buy Melanie Rawn's books?
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