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ⓘ About Gav Thorpe
Gav Thorpe is a bestselling English writer based in Nottingham, England. Before his writing career, the author was involved in developing and designing products for Games Workshop from 1994. Thorpe has developed different rules for board and miniature games, participated in writing novels, short stories, and involved in writing and developing various video and tabletop games. The author has appeared on many different discussion panels, attended genre and literature workshops. Gav Thorpe developed his first game at the age of 8 years utilizing Airfix plastic soldiers, and many of his childhood years were spent reading horror and sci-fi stories, playing games, and painting of miniatures. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books series, Gav Thorpe has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by Gav Thorpe
The Crown of the Blood
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Crown of the Blood as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Crown of the Blood Books series showcases Gav Thorpe's mastery of suspense.
The Crown of the Conqueror
The Crown of the Conqueror is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Crown of the Blood Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
The Crown of the Usurper
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Crown of the Blood Books with The Crown of the Usurper, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Da Uvver Book
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gorkamorka Books with Da Uvver Book, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Wustenwuhlas
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gorkamorka Books with Wustenwuhlas, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Skavanob
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gorkamorka Books with Skavanob, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Kill Team
A gripping mystery unfolds in Kill Team as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Last Chancers Books series showcases Gav Thorpe's mastery of suspense.
Annihilation Squad
Annihilation Squad continues the Publication Order of Last Chancers Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
13th Legion
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Last Chancers Books with 13th Legion, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Ravenwing
Ravenwing is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Legacy of Caliban Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Master of Sanctity
Master of Sanctity is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Legacy of Caliban Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
The Unforgiven
The Unforgiven is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Legacy of Caliban Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Ghost Warrior
Conflict and courage define Ghost Warrior, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Rise of the Ynnari Books series by Gav Thorpe that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Wild Rider
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Rise of the Ynnari Books with Wild Rider, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Claws of Chaos
Claws of Chaos is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Slaves to Darkness Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
The Blades of Chaos
The Blades of Chaos is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Slaves to Darkness Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Heart of Chaos
Heart of Chaos explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Slaves to Darkness Books series by Gav Thorpe.
Asurmen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000: Phoenix Lords Books with Asurmen, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Jain Zar
Jain Zar continues the Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000: Phoenix Lords Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Ashes of Prospero
The Ashes of Prospero is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine Conquests Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
The Story of Hau'Rax
The Story of Hau'Rax is an essential installment in the Publication Order of World of Tir-Dagrau Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Warhammer 40,000 The Ultimate Guide
Conflict and courage define Warhammer 40,000 The Ultimate Guide, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Gav Thorpe Game Books series by Gav Thorpe that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Emperor Expects
The Emperor Expects is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Beast Arises Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
The Beast Must Die
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Beast Arises Books with The Beast Must Die, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Tales of Heresy
Tales of Heresy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Age of Darkness
Age of Darkness continues the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Face of Treachery
The Face of Treachery continues the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Deliverance Lost
Deliverance Lost continues the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Lion
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books with The Lion, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
The Primarchs
The Primarchs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Shadows of Treachery
Shadows of Treachery continues the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Imperial Truth
The Imperial Truth continues the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Divine Word
The Divine Word continues the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Honour to the Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in Honour to the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books series showcases Gav Thorpe's mastery of suspense.
Cypher: Guardian of Order
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books with Cypher: Guardian of Order, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Echoes of Ruin:
Echoes of Ruin: is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Ravenlord
Ravenlord continues the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Value of Fear
The Value of Fear is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Raptor
Raptor continues the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
By the Lion's Command
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books with By the Lion's Command, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Eye of Terra
Eye of Terra is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Angels of Caliban
Angels of Caliban continues the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Master of the First
Master of the First is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Shattered Legions
Shattered Legions continues the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Shadowmasters
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books with The Shadowmasters, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Raven's Flight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books with Raven's Flight, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
The Board is Set
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books with The Board is Set, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
The Burden of Loyalty
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books with The Burden of Loyalty, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Corax
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books with Corax, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Heralds of the Siege
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books with Heralds of the Siege, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Luther: First of the Fallen
Luther: First of the Fallen continues the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Lorgar: Bearer of the Word
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Primarchs Books with Lorgar: Bearer of the Word, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Rogal Dorn: The Emperor's Crusader
Rogal Dorn: The Emperor's Crusader is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Primarchs Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Lorgar: Bearer of the Word
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of The Horus Heresy Primarchs Books with Lorgar: Bearer of the Word, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Rogal Dorn: The Emperor's Crusader
Rogal Dorn: The Emperor's Crusader is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of The Horus Heresy Primarchs Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Warbeast
Conflict and courage define Warbeast, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Realmgate Wars Books series by Gav Thorpe that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The First Wall
The First Wall is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Siege of Terra Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Deathwing
A gripping mystery unfolds in Deathwing as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000 Books series showcases Gav Thorpe's mastery of suspense.
Dark Imperium
Dark Imperium is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000 Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Let the Galaxy Burn
Let the Galaxy Burn is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000 Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Masters of Stone and Steel
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000 Books with Masters of Stone and Steel, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Knights of Caliban
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000 Books with Knights of Caliban, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Vaults of Obsidian
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000 Books with Vaults of Obsidian, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Warriors and Warlords
Conflict and courage define Warriors and Warlords, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000 Books series by Gav Thorpe that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Indomitus
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000 Books with Indomitus, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
The Hammer and the Eagle: Icons of Warhammer
Conflict and courage define The Hammer and the Eagle: Icons of Warhammer, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000 Books series by Gav Thorpe that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The High Kâhl's Oath
The High Kâhl's Oath is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Warhammer 40,000 Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Wrathspring
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Warhammer: Age of Sigmar Books with Wrathspring, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Blood Gold
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Gold as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Warhammer: Age of Sigmar Books series showcases Gav Thorpe's mastery of suspense.
Buyer Beware
Conflict and courage define Buyer Beware, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warhammer: Age of Sigmar Books series by Gav Thorpe that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Sundering
The Sundering continues the Publication Order of Warhammer Chronicles Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The End Times: Doom of the Old World
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Warhammer Chronicles Books with The End Times: Doom of the Old World, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
The Curse of Khaine
The Curse of Khaine continues the Publication Order of Warhammer Fantasy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Curse of Khaine
The Curse of Khaine continues the Chronological Order of Warhammer Fantasy Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mission
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Angels of Death Books with Mission, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Honour of the Third
Honour of the Third continues the Publication Order of Angels of Death Books story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Lord of the Cosmic Gate
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Call of Chaos Books with Lord of the Cosmic Gate, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
The Wolftime
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dawn of Fire: Warhammer 40,000 Books with The Wolftime, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
The Value of Fear
The Value of Fear is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Black Library Advent Calendar 2014 Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Holder of the Keys
Holder of the Keys is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Black Library Advent Calendar 2014 Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Into the Maelstrom
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Into the Maelstrom, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Heroes of the Space Marines
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Heroes of the Space Marines, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Victories of the Space Marines
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Victories of the Space Marines, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
Age of Legend
Age of Legend is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Nice Day for a Picnic
Nice Day for a Picnic is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Game Over
Game Over is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Eye of Terra
Eye of Terra is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
Crusade + Other stories
Crusade + Other stories continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Gav Thorpe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Tales of the Lost Isles
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Tales of the Lost Isles, another outstanding contribution from Gav Thorpe.
The Realmgate Wars: Volume 2
Conflict and courage define The Realmgate Wars: Volume 2, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gav Thorpe that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Lords and Tyrants
Lords and Tyrants is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gav Thorpe have come to expect.
The Hammer and the Eagle: Icons of Warhammer
Conflict and courage define The Hammer and the Eagle: Icons of Warhammer, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gav Thorpe that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Conquest Unbound: Stories from the Mortal Realms
Epic adventure awaits in Conquest Unbound: Stories from the Mortal Realms, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series that raises the stakes across the realm Gav Thorpe has built.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gav Thorpe?
Gav Thorpe is a bestselling author known for 26 book series containing over 93 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Crown of the Blood Books, Publication Order of Gorkamorka Books, Publication Order of Last Chancers Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Gav Thorpe series to start with?
For readers new to Gav Thorpe's work, the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 27 books. Begin with Tales of Heresy to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Gav Thorpe written?
Gav Thorpe has written over 93 books across 26 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Gav Thorpe books in order?
Yes, reading Gav Thorpe's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does Gav Thorpe write in?
Gav Thorpe writes primarily in fiction. With 26 series across 93 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Gav Thorpe's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Gav Thorpe's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is Gav Thorpe's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Gav Thorpe's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of The Horus Heresy Books series. The first book, Tales of Heresy, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.