📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books Best for beginners - Start with "Into the Dark" (2014)
Publication Order of Dark Artifice Books Popular choice - Start with "Of Dubious Intent" (2017)
Publication Order of Dark Frontiers Books Popular choice - Start with "Have Blaster, Will Travel" (2026)
Publication Order of Dark Runs Books Popular choice - Start with "Running Start" (2019)

About the Author

J.A. Sutherland is a highly renowned American writer, who is famous for writing science fiction, military fiction, space opera, war, and military science fiction books. He is particularly well known for writing the Alexis Carew series of novels, featuring the Alexis Carew as the chief protagonist. In this particular series, author Sutherland has described how Alexis Carew overcomes the struggles of her life and advances through the ranks in the Royal Navy. Sutherland has shown the different phases of Carew’s life, beginning from when she is 15 years old and then going on to the later stages of her life. Other than Alexis Carew, Sutherland has mentioned a number of other important characters in this series, including Denholm Carew, Lynelle, Jon Bartlett, etc. Sutherland has done the s. J.A. Sutherland is the author of over 16 books across 8 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, J.A. Sutherland has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books

7 books
  • Into the Dark Experience the magic of 'Into the Dark' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books universe.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • Mutineer 'Mutineer' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books series, set in the world J.A. Sutherland has created.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • The Little Ships In 'The Little Ships', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books saga.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • HMS Nightingale 'HMS Nightingale' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books series, set in the world J.A. Sutherland has created.
    (2016) ⭐ Start here
  • Privateer In 'Privateer', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books saga.
    (2017) ⭐ Start here
  • Wronged / The Queen's Pardon The Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books series continues with 'Wronged / The Queen's Pardon', another thrilling entry from J.A. Sutherland.
    (2018) ⭐ Start here
  • A Brief, Interminable Peace The Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books series continues with 'A Brief, Interminable Peace', another thrilling entry from J.A. Sutherland.
    (2025) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Dark Artifice Books

1 books
  • Of Dubious Intent Experience the magic of 'Of Dubious Intent' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Dark Artifice Books universe.
    (2017)

Publication Order of Dark Frontiers Books

1 books
  • Have Blaster, Will Travel The Publication Order of Dark Frontiers Books series continues with 'Have Blaster, Will Travel', another thrilling entry from J.A. Sutherland.
    (2026)

Publication Order of Dark Runs Books

2 books
  • Running Start 'Running Start' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dark Runs Books series, set in the world J.A. Sutherland has created.
    (2019)
  • Running Scared 'Running Scared' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dark Runs Books series, set in the world J.A. Sutherland has created.
    (2019)

Publication Order of Spacer, Smuggler, Pirate, Spy Books

2 books
  • Spacer Experience the magic of 'Spacer' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Spacer, Smuggler, Pirate, Spy Books universe.
    (2018)
  • Smuggler Experience the magic of 'Smuggler' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Spacer, Smuggler, Pirate, Spy Books universe.
    (2019)

Publication Order of Story of the Dark Books

1 books
  • Planetfall Join the adventure in 'Planetfall' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Story of the Dark Books series by J.A. Sutherland.
    (2016)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

1 books
  • Mad Cow The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Mad Cow', another thrilling entry from J.A. Sutherland.
    (2016)

Publication Order of Anthologies

1 books
  • Orphans in the Black In 'Orphans in the Black', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2017)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is J.A. Sutherland?

J.A. Sutherland is a bestselling author known for 8 book series containing over 16 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books, Publication Order of Dark Artifice Books, Publication Order of Dark Frontiers Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best J.A. Sutherland book series to start with?

For readers new to J.A. Sutherland's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Alexis Carew Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 7 books, it offers a perfect entry point to J.A. Sutherland's writing.

Q: How many books has J.A. Sutherland written?

J.A. Sutherland has written over 16 books across 8 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.