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Sword Of Truth

by Terry Goodkind

17 books Started 1994 Latest 2015
Publication Reading Order

The Sword Of Truth is a Epic Fantasy / Fantasy series by Terry Goodkind, made up of 17 books published between 1994 and 2015. It begins with Wizard's First Rule (1994), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Warheart (2015), spanning 21 years of storytelling.

17books
21years active
3decades
~1.3yrs between books
2015latest release
# Title Year Buy
1990s
1 Wizard's First Rule 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Stone of Tears 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Blood of the Fold 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Temple of the Winds 1998 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Debt of Bones 1998 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Soul of the Fire 1999 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
7 Faith of the Fallen 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 The Pillars of Creation 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Naked Empire 2003 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Chainfire 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 Phantom 2006 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Confessor 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
13 The Omen Machine 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 The First Confessor 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 The Third Kingdom 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 Severed Souls 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 WarheartLatest 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Sword Of Truth series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Sword Of Truth series?

Start with Wizard's First Rule (1994), the first book in the Sword Of Truth series by Terry Goodkind. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Sword Of Truth series?

There are 17 books in the Sword Of Truth series by Terry Goodkind, published between 1994 and 2015.

What is the first book in the Sword Of Truth series?

The first book in the Sword Of Truth series is Wizard's First Rule, published in 1994 by Terry Goodkind.

What is the latest book in the Sword Of Truth series?

The most recent book in the Sword Of Truth series is Warheart (2015) by Terry Goodkind.

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About Terry Goodkind

Terry Goodkind (1948-2020) was an American author best known for his epic fantasy series The Sword of Truth. Growing up in Nebraska, Goodkind worked as a cabinet maker and a carpenter. He began writing in his 30s and published his debut novel, Wizard's First Rule, in 1994. The Sword of Truth series sold over 25 million copies worldwide and was translated into more than 20 languages. Goodkind's writing explores themes of morality, free will, and the battle between good and evil. He received the Prometheus Award for his short story "The Law of Nines" and was nominated for the Nebula Award and Hugo Award for his novel Blood of the Fold. Despite his commercial success, Goodkind's work has been met with mixed critical reception.

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About the Sword Of Truth series

Terry Goodkind's Sword of Truth is a sprawling, philosophically charged epic fantasy. Woodland guide Richard Cypher discovers he is the prophesied Seeker of Truth, wielder of the Sword of Truth, and is drawn into a world-spanning war against tyranny alongside the confessor Kahlan Amnell.

The series blends classic epic-fantasy adventure — magic, prophecy, sweeping romance — with Goodkind's strongly stated Objectivist themes about reason, freedom and the individual. It is big, dramatic, and unafraid of moralising, which divides readers and devotes others.

Start with "Wizard's First Rule," a strong standalone-feeling opener, then continue in publication order through the long main sequence.