Faction Paradox Books in Order

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Faction Paradox is a series of science fiction novels set within a complex, multi-layered universe that draws on and expands the lore of Doctor Who. The series explores themes of time, power, and identity through interconnected narratives that span multiple authors and formats, including hypertext and traditional prose. Central to the series is the War in Heaven, a long-standing conflict that shapes the lives and actions of its characters across different timelines and realities.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. The Book of the War

    2002 · Lawrence Miles

    The Book of the War is a hypertext, multi-author 2002 novel by Lawrence Miles, presented as an encyclopedia of the first fifty years of the War in…

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  2. This Town Will Never Let Us Go

    2003 · Lawrence Miles

    This Town Will Never Let Us Go is a 2003 book by Lawrence Miles. It is part of the series Faction Paradox.

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    Of the City of the Saved...

    2004 · Philip Purser-Hallard

    Of the City of the Saved... is an original novel by Philip Purser-Hallard set in the Faction Paradox universe, a 2004 publication. Laura Tobin, who…

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  4. Cover of Warlords of Utopia

    Warlords of Utopia

    2004 · Lance Parkin

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    Warring States

    2005 · Mags L. Halliday

    History 101 is a novel by Mags L Halliday, a BBC Books original novel based on Doctor Who featuring the Eighth Doctor, Fitz, and Anji. (Summary…

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    Erasing Sherlock

    2006 · Kelly Hale

    Faction Paradox is a 2006 book by Kelly Hale. It is part of the series Faction Paradox. Catalog genres: Science Fiction. The listed edition runs 192…

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    Newtons sleep

    2008 · Daniel O'Mahony

    Newtons sleep is a 2008 book by Daniel O'Mahony. It is part of the series Faction Paradox. Catalog genres: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Literary…

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  8. A Romance in Twelve Parts

    2011 · Lawrence Miles

    Obverse Books is a British publisher that first gained recognition for its work with the character Iris Wildthyme. It is now known for the Black…

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Companion & related books

Related titles and editions that sit outside the main numbered order.

Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Faction Paradox books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “The Book of the War”. Start with “The Book of the War.”

How many books are in the Faction Paradox series?

We list 9 books by Lawrence Miles , published between 2002–2011.

Where can I buy the Faction Paradox books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.