BookBingeSun Eater Books in Order
An epic, richly detailed space opera narrated by a man who claims to be both hero and destroyer, recounting his rise across a galaxy-spanning empire.
Here is the complete Sun Eater reading order — all 7 books by Christopher Ruocchio, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- Empire of Silence(2018)
- Howling Dark(2019)
- Demon in White(2020)
- Kingdoms of Death(2022)
- Ashes of Man(2022)
- Disquiet Gods(2024)
- Shadows Upon Time(2025)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
Track your place in Sun Eater
BookBinge remembers which book you're on and writes a spoiler-safe recap before every sequel. Free on iOS.
Get BookBingeFrequently asked questions
How many books are in the Sun Eater series?
There are 7 books in the Sun Eater series by Christopher Ruocchio, beginning with Empire of Silence (2018) and most recently Shadows Upon Time (2025).
What is the first Sun Eater book?
The first book is Empire of Silence, published in 2018. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read Sun Eater in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.