Who created Paksenarrion?

Paksenarrion was created by Elizabeth Moon.

How many Paksenarrion books are there?

There are 20 books featuring Paksenarrion across 5 series.

What order should I read the Paksenarrion books?

The Paksenarrion books span 5 series: The Deed of Paksenarrion Books, Paladin's Legacy Books, The Legacy of Gird Books, Serrano Legacy Books, Paksenarrion Books. Each series should be read in the order listed on this page.

What was the first Paksenarrion book?

The first Paksenarrion book was "Divided Allegiance", published in 1988.

What is the most recent Paksenarrion book?

The most recent Paksenarrion book is "Deeds of Youth", published in 2023.

Paksenarrion Books in Order by Elizabeth Moon

Paksenarrion is the name of a series by Elizabeth Moon, blending science fiction and fantasy into a unique space opera. The books follow the journey of a fierce, pragmatic warrior—a "shard"—as she navigates treacherous political landscapes and brutal combat across a vast, dying empire. Known for its morally grey characters and complex, realistic depiction of warfare, the series offers a dark and challenging exploration of honor and duty.

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