The The Last Herald-Mage is a Fantasy series by Mercedes Lackey, made up of 4 books published between 1989 and 2026. It begins with Magic's Pawn (1989), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Vanyel and Vixen (2026), spanning 37 years of storytelling.
| # | Title | Year | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | |||
| 1 | Magic's Pawn Lambda Literary Award 1990Full award history → | 1989 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
| 1990s | |||
| 2 | Magic's Promise | 1990 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
| 3 | Magic's Price 🏆 Lambda Literary Award 1990Full award history → | 1990 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
| 2020s | |||
| 4 | Vanyel and VixenLatest | 2026 | Search on Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
The Last Herald-Mage series: frequently asked questions
What order should I read the The Last Herald-Mage series?
Start with Magic's Pawn (1989), the first book in the The Last Herald-Mage series by Mercedes Lackey. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.
How many books are in the The Last Herald-Mage series?
There are 4 books in the The Last Herald-Mage series by Mercedes Lackey, published between 1989 and 2026.
What is the first book in the The Last Herald-Mage series?
The first book in the The Last Herald-Mage series is Magic's Pawn, published in 1989 by Mercedes Lackey.
What is the latest book in the The Last Herald-Mage series?
The most recent book in the The Last Herald-Mage series is Vanyel and Vixen (2026) by Mercedes Lackey.