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Halo

by James Swallow

14 books Started 2001 Latest 2024
Publication Reading Order

The Halo is a Science Fiction / Fantasy series by James Swallow, made up of 14 books published between 2001 and 2024. It begins with The Fall of Reach ( By: Eric Nylund) (2001), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Epitaph ( By: Kelly Gay) (2024), spanning 23 years of storytelling.

14books
23years active
3decades
~1.8yrs between books
2024latest release
# Title Year Buy
2000s
1 The Fall of Reach ( By: Eric Nylund) 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 First Strike ( By: Eric Nylund) 2003 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
3 The Thursday War ( By: Karen Traviss) 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Broken Circle ( By: John Shirley) 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Hunters in the Dark ( By: Peter David) 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Halo: Saint's Testimony (Short Story) ( By: Frank O'Connor) 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Shadow of Intent (Short Story) ( By: Joseph Staten) 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Halo: Fractures ( With: Christie Golden, Brian Reed, Tobias Buckell, John Jackson Miller, Kelly Gay, Matt Forbeck, Troy Denning, Joseph Staten, Andrew Ceroni, Kevin Grace, Morgan Lockhart, Frank O'Connor) 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Legacy of Onyx ( By: Matt Forbeck) 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Contact Harvest ( By: Joseph Staten) 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
11 Shadows of Reach ( By: Troy Denning) 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 The Rubicon Protocol ( By: Kelly Gay) 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Outcasts ( By: Troy Denning) 2023 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Epitaph ( By: Kelly Gay)Latest 2024 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Halo series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Halo series?

Start with The Fall of Reach ( By: Eric Nylund) (2001), the first book in the Halo series by James Swallow. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Halo series?

There are 14 books in the Halo series by James Swallow, published between 2001 and 2024.

What is the first book in the Halo series?

The first book in the Halo series is The Fall of Reach ( By: Eric Nylund), published in 2001 by James Swallow.

What is the latest book in the Halo series?

The most recent book in the Halo series is Epitaph ( By: Kelly Gay) (2024) by James Swallow.

James Swallow is a British author known for his military science fiction and fantasy novels. Born in 1974, he served in the British Army before pursuing a writing career. Swallow's notable works include the "Marc Dane" series, the "Ravenor" series set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, and the "Star Wars: Lost Stars" and "Star Wars: Phasma" novels. He has also written for Doctor Who, Warhammer, and the Horus Heresy franchises. Swallow's "Marc Dane" series has received critical acclaim for its realistic portrayal of modern warfare. He has been nominated for numerous awards, including the British Fantasy Award for Best Novel. Swallow's success lies in his ability to blend military expertise with compelling storytelling, creating immersive and thrilling adventures that captivate readers from various genres.

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