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Thieves' World

by C.J. Cherryh

19 books Started 1979 Latest 2013
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The Thieves' World is a Science Fiction / Fantasy series by C.J. Cherryh, made up of 19 books published between 1979 and 2013. It begins with Thieves' World ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin) (1979), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Complete Lythande ( By: Marion Zimmer Bradley) (2013), spanning 34 years of storytelling.

19books
34years active
5decades
~1.9yrs between books
2013latest release
# Title Year Buy
1970s
1 Thieves' World ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin) 1979 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1980s
2 Tales from the Vulgar Unicorn ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin) 1980 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Shadows of Sanctuary ( By: Philip Jose Farmer, John Brunner, Joe Haldeman, Robert Lynn Asprin) 1981 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Storm Season ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin) 1982 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 The Face of Chaos ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin) 1983 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Wings of Omen ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin) 1984 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 The Dead of Winter ( By: Robert Lynn Asprin) 1985 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Soul of the City ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin) 1986 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Blood Ties ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin) 1986 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Shadowspawn ( By: Andrew J. Offutt) 1987 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 Aftermath ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin) 1987 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Uneasy Alliances ( By: Robert Lynn Asprin) 1988 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Stealers' Sky ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin) 1989 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1990s
14 The Shadow of Sorcery ( By: Andrew J. Offutt) 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
15 Sanctuary ( By: Lynn Abbey) 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 Turning Points ( By: Dennis L. McKiernan, Mickey Zucker Reichert, Lynn Abbey, Raymond E. Feist, Diana Paxson) 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 Enemies of Fortune ( With: Jody Lynn Nye, Mickey Zucker Reichert, Lynn Abbey, Robin Wayne Bailey, Andrew J. Offutt, Jeff Grubb, Selina Rosen, Diana Paxson) 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 Thieves' World: Player's Manual ( By: James Ryman) 2005 Search on Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
19 The Complete Lythande ( By: Marion Zimmer Bradley)Latest 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Thieves' World series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Thieves' World series?

Start with Thieves' World ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin) (1979), the first book in the Thieves' World series by C.J. Cherryh. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Thieves' World series?

There are 19 books in the Thieves' World series by C.J. Cherryh, published between 1979 and 2013.

What is the first book in the Thieves' World series?

The first book in the Thieves' World series is Thieves' World ( By: Lynn Abbey, Robert Lynn Asprin), published in 1979 by C.J. Cherryh.

What is the latest book in the Thieves' World series?

The most recent book in the Thieves' World series is The Complete Lythande ( By: Marion Zimmer Bradley) (2013) by C.J. Cherryh.

C. J. Cherryh (born November 1, 1942) is an American science fiction and fantasy writer. She has authored over 90 novels and short stories in multiple series, including the Foreigner universe, the Alliance-Union universe, and the Morgaine trilogy. Cherryh's works are widely acclaimed for their intricate worldbuilding and character development. She has won multiple awards for her writing, including three Hugo Awards, two Nebula Awards, and a Locus Award. Her influential 1978 novel "Downbelow Station" won the Nebula Award for Best Novel and Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel. This marked the beginning of her Foreigner universe, which has gained significant critical and commercial success. Cherryh's works are praised for their depth, realism, and exploration of complex social and political themes. She is considered one of the most significant figures in science fiction and has inspired numerous writers in the genre.

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