Deryni novels Books in Order
series of historical fantasy novels by Katherine Kurtz
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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1970 · Katherine Kurtz
Deryni Rising is a historical fantasy novel written by American author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published in August 1970 by Ballantine Books as…
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Buy on Amazon1972 · Katherine Kurtz
This 1972 novel by Katherine Kurtz is part of the Deryni Chronicles, which changed the face of fantasy more than thirty years ago. In 2005, Ace…
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Buy on Amazon1973 · Katherine Kurtz
High Deryni is a 1973 novel by Katherine Kurtz, part of her career-launching Deryni Chronicles, presented here in a newly revised and expanded…
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Buy on Amazon1976 · Katherine Kurtz
Camber was the most powerful of the Deryni, a race of humans with magical mental abilities. In later stories, he became known as both a protector of…
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Buy on Amazon1978 · Katherine Kurtz
Saint Camber is a 1978 historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz, first published by Ballantine Books. It was the fifth of…
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Buy on Amazon1981 · Katherine Kurtz
This 1981 fantasy novel by Katherine Kurtz was first published by Del Rey Books. It was the sixth of Kurtz's Deryni novels and the third book in her…
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Buy on AmazonBishop's Heir (Histories of King Kelson, Vol 1)
1984 · Katherine Kurtz
The Bishop's Heir is a fantasy novel written by American author Katherine Kurtz. It was published in 1984 by Del Rey Books. The book is the seventh…
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Buy on Amazon1985 · Katherine Kurtz
Young King Kelson, who has inherited Deryni powers from his mother, must deal with a rebellion led by former-Archbishop Loris and Caitrin, a claimant…
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Buy on Amazon1986 · Katherine Kurtz
Quest for Saint Camber is a 1986 novel by Katherine Kurtz, described as a very good book with nice details in its descriptions of ceremonies. It…
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Buy on Amazon1989 · Katherine Kurtz
The Harrowing of Gwynedd is a historical fantasy novel by Katherine Kurtz, first published in 1989 by Del Rey Books. It is the tenth Deryni novel and…
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Buy on Amazon1992 · Katherine Kurtz
King Javan's Year is a historical fantasy novel written by American author Katherine Kurtz. It was published in 1992 by Del Rey Books. The book is…
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Buy on Amazon1994 · Katherine Kurtz
The Bastard Prince is a fantasy novel by American author Katherine Kurtz, published by Del Rey Books in 1994. It is the twelfth Deryni novel and the…
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Buy on Amazon2000 · Katherine Kurtz
King Kelson's Bride is the long-awaited conclusion to Katherine Kurtz's popular and enduring Deryni series, a bestselling saga in which political…
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Buy on Amazon2003 · Katherine Kurtz
This is the first book in a new Deryni trilogy by New York Times bestselling author Katherine Kurtz. The story takes place before King Kelson's…
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Buy on Amazon2006 · Katherine Kurtz
Alaric Morgan is pledged to the king's service due to his Deryni heritage, which makes him suitable to protect the Haldane kings. His magical…
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Buy on Amazon2014 · Katherine Kurtz
This 2014 novel by Katherine Kurtz follows Alaric Morgan, whose life's purpose is to stand alongside the King of Gwynedd. The old king had Alaric…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Deryni novels books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Deryni Rising”. Start with “Deryni Rising.”
How many books are in the Deryni novels series?
We list 16 books by Katherine Kurtz , published between 1970–2014.
Where can I buy the Deryni novels books?
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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted an error? We continuously correct the catalog.