The Empire Duet Books in Order

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Set in a near-future United States that has fractured after a violent civil war, The Empire Duet explores the collapse of political order and the rise of authoritarian control. The series examines the struggle between those who seek to restore democracy and those who consolidate power through manipulation and force. Central themes include the dangers of ideological extremism, the corruption of leadership, and the resilience of individuals in times of national upheaval.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Empire

    Empire

    2006 · Orson Scott Card

    The American Empire has grown too fast, and the fault lines at home are stressed to the breaking point, as the war of words between Right and Left…

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  2. Cover of Hidden Empire

    Hidden Empire

    2009 · Orson Scott Card

    Orson Scott Card returns to the near-future world of Empire, where the United States has fractured after a violent civil war. The conflict, sparked…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the The Empire Duet books in?

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

How many books are in the The Empire Duet series?

We list 2 books by Orson Scott Card , published between 2006–2009.

Where can I buy the The Empire Duet books?

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