BookBingeHyperion Cantos Books in Order
A Canterbury Tales-inspired space opera where seven pilgrims travel to meet a god-like killer called the Shrike.
Here is the complete Hyperion Cantos reading order — all 4 books by Dan Simmons, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- Hyperion(1989)
- The Fall of Hyperion(1990)
- Endymion(1996)
- The Rise of Endymion(1997)
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 Hyperion Cantos series?
There are 4 books in the Hyperion Cantos series by Dan Simmons, beginning with Hyperion (1989) and most recently The Rise of Endymion (1997).
What is the first Hyperion Cantos book?
The first book is Hyperion, published in 1989. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read Hyperion Cantos in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.