The Tyrant Philosophers Books in Order

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The Tyrant Philosophers is a fantasy series by Adrian Tchaikovsky, set in the world of Alkhalend, where ideological and religious conflicts shape political and social structures. The series explores the tensions between rigid doctrines and the moral complexities of survival, focusing on characters who navigate forbidden practices and shifting power dynamics. Central to the narrative is the struggle between institutional control and individual ethics, as figures like Gil and Yasnic confront the consequences of their roles in a society in flux.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of City of Last Chances

    City of Last Chances

    2022 · Adrian Tchaikovsky

    City of Last Chances is a 2022 book by Adrian Tchaikovsky. It is book 1 of the series The Tyrant Philosophers. Catalog genres: Fantasy, Literary…

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  2. Cover of House of Open Wounds

    House of Open Wounds

    2024 · Adrian Tchaikovsky

    Yasnic, once a priest and healer, now serves in a field hospital behind the battlefront as part of an unorthodox medical unit. The Palleseen are…

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  3. Cover of Days of Shattered Faith

    Days of Shattered Faith

    2023 · Adrian Tchaikovsky

    Welcome to Alkhalend, a place where the Palleseen push forward in their quest for perfection. Loret, a new aide to Sage-Invigilator Angilly—known as…

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  4. Pretenders to the Throne of God

    2026 · Adrian Tchaikovsky

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the The Tyrant Philosophers books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “City of Last Chances”. Start with “City of Last Chances.”

How many books are in the The Tyrant Philosophers series?

We list 4 books by Adrian Tchaikovsky , published between 2022–2026.

Where can I buy the The Tyrant Philosophers 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.