BookBingeHierarchy Books in Order
An epic fantasy series following Vis Telimus, a fugitive former prince turned scholarship student, as he rises through the ranks of the Catenan Republic's brutal magical hierarchy while hiding a dangerous secret.
Here is the complete Hierarchy reading order — all 2 books by James Islington, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- The Will of the Many(2023)
- The Strength of the Few(2025)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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How many books are in the Hierarchy series?
There are 2 books in the Hierarchy series by James Islington, beginning with The Will of the Many (2023) and most recently The Strength of the Few (2025).
What is the first Hierarchy book?
The first book is The Will of the Many, published in 2023. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read Hierarchy in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.