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Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes

Bestselling Author • 12 Series • 39 Books

12
Series
39
Books
12
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Age of Unreason Books
Start with: Newton's Cannon (1998)
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Publication Order of Chosen of the Changeling Books
Start with: The Waterborn (1996)
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Publication Order of The Elder Scrolls Books
Start with: The Infernal City (2009)

About Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes

Author Gregory Keyes (born John Gregory Keyes) was born in Meridian, Mississippi on April 11, 1963. All of his family are storytellers. He got degrees from both University of Georgia and Mississippi State University in anthropology. Keyes has a knowledge of linguistics and fencing that feature heavily in his work. One of the main characters from “Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone”, Stephen Darige is both an adept linguist and a skilled and knowledgeable fencer. Keyes also focuses on many main characters, who rarely meet each other, but help the reader follow the different threads of the story. Keyes writes fantasy and science fiction books. He is the author of the “Chosen of the Changleing” series, the “Age of Unreason” series, and the “Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone” series. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Age of Unreason Books series, Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes 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 Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes

Publication Order of Age of Unreason Books
4 books 1998–2001
1

Newton's Cannon

Newton's Cannon continues the Publication Order of Age of Unreason Books story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
2

A Calculus of Angels

A Calculus of Angels is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Age of Unreason Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes have come to expect.

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1999
3

Empire of Unreason

Empire of Unreason is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Age of Unreason Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes have come to expect.

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2000
4

The Shadows of God

The Shadows of God is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Age of Unreason Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes have come to expect.

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2001
Publication Order of Chosen of the Changeling Books
2 books 1996–1997
1

The Waterborn

The Waterborn continues the Publication Order of Chosen of the Changeling Books story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
2

Blackgod

Blackgod continues the Publication Order of Chosen of the Changeling Books story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1997
Publication Order of The Elder Scrolls Books
2 books 2009–2011
1

The Infernal City

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Elder Scrolls Books with The Infernal City, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2009
2

Lord of Souls

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Elder Scrolls Books with Lord of Souls, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2011
Publication Order of The High and Faraway Books
3 books 2018–2021
1

The Reign of the Departed

The Reign of the Departed continues the Publication Order of The High and Faraway Books story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
2

Kingdoms of the Cursed

Epic adventure awaits in Kingdoms of the Cursed, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of The High and Faraway Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes has built.

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2019
3

Realms of the Deathless

A gripping mystery unfolds in Realms of the Deathless as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of The High and Faraway Books series showcases Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's mastery of suspense.

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2021
Publication Order of Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone Books
4 books 2002–2008
1

The Briar King

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone Books with The Briar King, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2002
2

The Charnel Prince

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone Books with The Charnel Prince, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2004
3

The Blood Knight

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Blood Knight as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone Books series showcases Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's mastery of suspense.

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2006
4

The Born Queen

The Born Queen continues the Publication Order of Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone Books story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
Publication Order of MonsterVerse Books
5 books 2019–2026
1

Godzilla: King of the Monsters - The Official Movie Novelization

Godzilla: King of the Monsters - The Official Movie Novelization is an essential installment in the Publication Order of MonsterVerse Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes have come to expect.

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2019
2

GvK Godzilla Dominion

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of MonsterVerse Books with GvK Godzilla Dominion, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2021
3

Godzilla vs. Kong: The Official Movie Novelization

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of MonsterVerse Books with Godzilla vs. Kong: The Official Movie Novelization, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2021
4

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire - The Official Movie Novelization

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of MonsterVerse Books with Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire - The Official Movie Novelization, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2024
5

The Monarch Files

The Monarch Files continues the Publication Order of MonsterVerse Books story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2026
Publication Order of XCOM 2 Books
1 books 2015–2015
1

XCOM 2

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of XCOM 2 Books with XCOM 2, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2015
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
5 books 2013–2024
1

Thor: The Dark World

Thor: The Dark World continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
2

Interstellar

Interstellar continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
3

Footsteps in the Sky

Footsteps in the Sky continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
4

The Basilisk Throne

Epic adventure awaits in The Basilisk Throne, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series that raises the stakes across the realm Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes has built.

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2023
5

The Wind that Sweeps the Stars

The Wind that Sweeps the Stars is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes have come to expect.

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2024
Publication Order of Planet of the Apes Books
2 books 2014–2017
1

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes: Firestorm

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes: Firestorm continues the Publication Order of Planet of the Apes Books story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
2

War for the Planet of the Apes: Revelations

Conflict and courage define War for the Planet of the Apes: Revelations, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Planet of the Apes Books series by Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2017
Publication Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books
5 books 2001–2003
1

Edge of Victory, Book I : Conquest

Epic adventure awaits in Edge of Victory, Book I : Conquest, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes has built.

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2001
2

Edge of Victory, Book II: Rebirth

Edge of Victory, Book II: Rebirth continues the Publication Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
3

Emissary of the Void

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books with Emissary of the Void, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2002
4

The Final Prophecy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books with The Final Prophecy, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2003
5

Star Wars: The New Jedi Order - The Final Prophecy

Conflict and courage define Star Wars: The New Jedi Order - The Final Prophecy, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books series by Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2003
Chronological Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books
5 books 2001–2003
1

Edge of Victory, Book I : Conquest

Epic adventure awaits in Edge of Victory, Book I : Conquest, a landmark entry in the Chronological Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes has built.

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2001
2

Edge of Victory, Book II: Rebirth

Edge of Victory, Book II: Rebirth continues the Chronological Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books story arc with Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
3

Emissary of the Void

Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books with Emissary of the Void, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2002
4

The Final Prophecy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books with The Final Prophecy, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2003
5

Star Wars: The New Jedi Order - The Final Prophecy

Conflict and courage define Star Wars: The New Jedi Order - The Final Prophecy, an action-packed entry in the Chronological Order of Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Books series by Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2003
Publication Order of Independence Day Books
1 books 2016–2016
1

Crucible

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Independence Day Books with Crucible, another outstanding contribution from Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes.

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2016

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes?

Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes is a bestselling author known for 12 book series containing over 39 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Age of Unreason Books, Publication Order of Chosen of the Changeling Books, Publication Order of The Elder Scrolls Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes series to start with?

For readers new to Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's work, the Publication Order of Age of Unreason Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 4 books. Begin with Newton's Cannon to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes written?

Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes has written over 39 books across 12 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes books in order?

Yes, reading Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes'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 Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes write in?

Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes writes primarily in fiction. With 12 series across 39 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes'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 Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Greg Keyes/ J. Gregory Keyes's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Age of Unreason Books series. The first book, Newton's Cannon, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.