Vows and Honor Books in Order
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The Vows and Honor series by Mercedes Lackey, published between 1988 and 1998, consists of three books that follow the intertwined journeys of Tarma and Kethry, warriors and mages bound by sacred oaths to the Goddess. The narrative centers on their mission to combat evil forces while upholding their vows, navigating challenges that test their loyalty and resolve. Set in a world where magic and martial skill coexist, the series explores themes of duty, destiny, and the moral complexities of fulfilling sworn obligations. The stories emphasize the weight of oaths and the intersection of magic and martial prowess, with recurring characters and a shared setting advancing the protagonists’ overarching journey. The series is part of Lackey’s broader body of work, featuring structured magical systems and a focus on personal honor.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon1988 · Mercedes Lackey
The first book in the Vows and Honor trilogy unites swordmaster and sorceress in a quest for revenge. Tarma, of the Clan of the Hawk, saw her entire…
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Buy on Amazon1989 · Mercedes Lackey
Oathbreakers is the second book in the Vows and Honor Trilogy. When Idra, leader of the Sunhawks, fails to return from a journey to her homeland of…
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Buy on Amazon1998 · Mercedes Lackey
This anthology features a new novella starring Tarma and Kethry, two of Mercedes Lackey's most popular heroines. Tarma is a feared sword-sworn…
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Companion & related books
Related titles and editions that sit outside the main numbered order.
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Buy on Amazon2018
This omnibus of the acclaimed Vows and Honor trilogy, set in the New York Times bestselling world of Valdemar, follows Tarma and Kethry, swordswoman…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Vows and Honor books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “The Oathbound”. Start with “The Oathbound.”
How many books are in the Vows and Honor series?
We list 4 books by Mercedes Lackey , published between 1988–2018.
Where can I buy the Vows and Honor books?
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