BookBingeTemeraire Books in Order
The short answer
Naomi Novik · 9 books
- How many books?
- There are 9 books in the Temeraire series, published 2006–2016.
- Is it finished?
- Yes — the series is complete; it ends with League of Dragons (2016).
- Where to start
- Start with His Majesty's Dragon (2006).
About 3,400 pages — roughly 60 hours of reading
A Napoleonic-era naval captain bonds with a rare dragon and joins Britain's Aerial Corps in this alternate history where dragons fight alongside armies.
Here is the complete Temeraire reading order — all 9 books by Naomi Novik, in the order you should read them:
Reading order
- His Majesty's DragonA British naval captain forms an unexpected bond with a rare dragon hatchling during the Napoleonic Wars, upending his life and career.2006356 pages
- Throne of JadeOrdered to escort Temeraire to China to address a diplomatic crisis over his origins, Laurence faces political intrigue and cultural upheaval.2006400 pages
- Black Powder WarStranded in the East, Laurence and Temeraire make a perilous overland journey back toward Europe as war intensifies.2006352 pages
- Empire of IvoryA mysterious illness devastating Britain's dragon corps sends Laurence and Temeraire on a desperate mission to Africa for a cure.2007384 pages
- Victory of EaglesFacing dire consequences for past actions, Laurence and Temeraire must defend Britain against a large-scale invasion.2008352 pages
- Tongues of SerpentsExiled to Australia, Laurence and Temeraire navigate a harsh new colony and its unfamiliar dangers.2010274 pages
- Crucible of GoldDiplomatic and military crises pull Laurence and Temeraire to South America amid growing tensions between empires.2012384 pages
- Blood of TyrantsShipwrecked and separated from his memories, Laurence must find his way back to Temeraire as war escalates.2013512 pages
- League of DragonsAs Napoleon's campaign reaches a climax, Laurence and Temeraire fight to secure a lasting peace for dragonkind and humankind alike.2016414 pages
Good news: for this series, reading order and publication order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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How many Temeraire books are there?
There are 9 books in the Temeraire series by Naomi Novik, from His Majesty's Dragon (2006) to League of Dragons (2016). Together they run to about 3,400 pages.
Is the Temeraire series finished?
Yes. Naomi Novik completed the series with League of Dragons in 2016; all 9 books are out now.
What is the first Temeraire book?
His Majesty's Dragon (2006) is book one, at 356 pages. A British naval captain forms an unexpected bond with a rare dragon hatchling during the Napoleonic Wars, upending his life and career.
Should I read the Temeraire series in publication order?
Yes. For the Temeraire series, reading order and publication order are the same — His Majesty's Dragon (2006) through League of Dragons (2016).
How long does it take to read all Temeraire books?
About 3,400 pages across 9 books — roughly 60 hours at a page a minute. The longest is Blood of Tyrants (512 pages); the shortest is Tongues of Serpents (274 pages).