The Dragon Jousters Books in Order

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Mercedes Lackey's The Dragon Jousters series, consisting of Joust (2003) and Alta (2004), is set in a fictional world that combines elements of ancient Egyptian and legendary Atlantis cultures. The series follows a young slave who aspires to become a jouster, a rare warrior who rides flying dragons, and explores themes of liberation and the bond between humans and dragons. The story centers on the effort to train dragons and empower a subjugated people through the use of these mythical creatures.

The Dragon Jousters was first published in 2003.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Joust

    Joust

    2003 · Mercedes Lackey

    Mercedes Lackey's 2003 novel blends ancient Egyptian and legendary Atlantis cultures to create a unique fantasy world. The story follows a young…

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  2. Cover of Alta (The Dragon Jousters, Book 2)

    Alta (The Dragon Jousters, Book 2)

    2004 · Mercedes Lackey

    Alta is a 2004 novel by Mercedes Lackey, the second novel in the Joust series. Dragonrider Vetch escapes to Alta, the subjugated land of his birth,…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the The Dragon Jousters books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Joust”. Start with “Joust.”

How many books are in the The Dragon Jousters series?

We list 2 books by Mercedes Lackey , published between 2003–2004.

Where can I buy the The Dragon Jousters 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.