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William C. Dietz

Bestselling Author • 22 Series • 77 Books

22
Series
77
Books
22
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Best Starting Point
Publication Order of America Rising Books
Start with: Into the Guns (2016)
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Publication Order of Crickets Books
Start with: Crickets (2022)
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Publication Order of Drifter Books
Start with: Drifter (1991)

About William C. Dietz

William C. Dietz was born and raised in Seattle, USA. He spent some time serving in the Navy and Marine Corps. Dietz attended Washington University and worked as a college tutor, surgical technician, and a news writer. Later, he worked for US West in various distinctive advertising and marketing related positions, previously leaving to start a new job as Director of Public Relations and Marketing for a global phone organization, edge2net. Dietz has been a full-time author since 2002. Among the works from Dietz is the novel adaptation of a computer game known as Halo: the book titled The Flood and was released in 2003. William Dietz and his wife Marjorie live close to the city of Gig Harbor in Washington State. Nevertheless, training for the Legion has changed after some time. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of America Rising Books series, William C. Dietz 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 William C. Dietz

Publication Order of America Rising Books
3 books 2016–2018
1

Into the Guns

Into the Guns continues the Publication Order of America Rising Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2016
2

Seek and Destroy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of America Rising Books with Seek and Destroy, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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2017
3

Battle Hymn

Conflict and courage define Battle Hymn, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of America Rising Books series by William C. Dietz that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2018
Publication Order of Crickets Books
2 books 2022–2023
1

Crickets

Crickets continues the Publication Order of Crickets Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2022
2

Crickets 2

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Crickets Books with Crickets 2, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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2023
Publication Order of Drifter Books
3 books 1991–1992
1

Drifter

Drifter is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Drifter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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1991
2

Drifter's Run

Drifter's Run continues the Publication Order of Drifter Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
3

Drifter's War

Conflict and courage define Drifter's War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Drifter Books series by William C. Dietz that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1992
Publication Order of Legion Books
10 books 1993–2023
1

Legion of the Damned

Legion of the Damned is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Legion Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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1993
2

The Final Battle

Conflict and courage define The Final Battle, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Legion Books series by William C. Dietz that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1995
3

By Blood Alone

A gripping mystery unfolds in By Blood Alone as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Legion Books series showcases William C. Dietz's mastery of suspense.

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1999
4

By Force of Arms

By Force of Arms is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Legion Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2000
5

For More Than Glory

For More Than Glory is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Legion Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2003
6

For Those Who Fell

For Those Who Fell continues the Publication Order of Legion Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
7

When All Seems Lost

When All Seems Lost continues the Publication Order of Legion Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
8

When Duty Calls

When Duty Calls continues the Publication Order of Legion Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
9

A Fighting Chance

Conflict and courage define A Fighting Chance, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Legion Books series by William C. Dietz that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2011
10

From the Ashes

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Legion Books with From the Ashes, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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2023
Publication Order of The Prequel Legion Books
3 books 2012–2014
1

Andromeda's Fall

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Prequel Legion Books with Andromeda's Fall, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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2012
2

Andromeda's Choice

Andromeda's Choice is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Prequel Legion Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2013
3

Andromeda's War

Conflict and courage define Andromeda's War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Prequel Legion Books series by William C. Dietz that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2014
Publication Order of Mass Effect Books
1 books 2012–2012
1

Deception

Deception continues the Publication Order of Mass Effect Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
Publication Order of Mutant Files Books
3 books 2015–2016
1

Deadeye

A gripping mystery unfolds in Deadeye as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mutant Files Books series showcases William C. Dietz's mastery of suspense.

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2015
2

Redzone

Redzone continues the Publication Order of Mutant Files Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
3

Graveyard

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mutant Files Books with Graveyard, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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2016
Publication Order of Resistance Universe Books
2 books 2009–2011
1

The Gathering Storm

The Gathering Storm is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Resistance Universe Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2009
2

A Hole in the Sky

A Hole in the Sky continues the Publication Order of Resistance Universe Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
Publication Order of Rex Corvan Books
2 books 1990–1992
1

Matrix Man

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Rex Corvan Books with Matrix Man, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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1990
2

Mars Prime

Mars Prime continues the Publication Order of Rex Corvan Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
Publication Order of Run Books
2 books 2005–2006
1

Runner

Runner is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Run Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2005
2

Logos Run

Logos Run continues the Publication Order of Run Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
Publication Order of Sam McCade Books
5 books 1986–2004
1

Galactic Bounty / War World

Conflict and courage define Galactic Bounty / War World, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Sam McCade Books series by William C. Dietz that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1986
2

Imperial Bounty

Imperial Bounty continues the Publication Order of Sam McCade Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
3

Alien Bounty

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sam McCade Books with Alien Bounty, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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1990
4

McCade's Bounty

McCade's Bounty is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sam McCade Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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1990
5

McCade for Hire

McCade for Hire is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sam McCade Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2004
Publication Order of Sauron Books
2 books 2001–2002
1

DeathDay

A gripping mystery unfolds in DeathDay as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Sauron Books series showcases William C. Dietz's mastery of suspense.

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2001
2

EarthRise

EarthRise is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sauron Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2002
Publication Order of Winds of War Books
11 books 2018–2025
1

Red Ice

Red Ice continues the Publication Order of Winds of War Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
2

Red Flood

Red Flood is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Winds of War Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2019
3

Red Dragon

Epic adventure awaits in Red Dragon, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Winds of War Books series that raises the stakes across the realm William C. Dietz has built.

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2020
4

Red Thunder

Red Thunder continues the Publication Order of Winds of War Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2020
5

Red Tide

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Winds of War Books with Red Tide, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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2021
6

Red Sands

Red Sands is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Winds of War Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2021
7

Red River

Red River continues the Publication Order of Winds of War Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2022
8

Red Dog

Red Dog is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Winds of War Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2023
9

Red Line

Red Line continues the Publication Order of Winds of War Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2024
10

Red Rover

Red Rover continues the Publication Order of Winds of War Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2025
11

Red Dawn

Red Dawn continues the Publication Order of Winds of War Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2025
Publication Order of Zak Cato Books
2 books 2009–2010
1

At Empire's Edge

At Empire's Edge continues the Publication Order of Zak Cato Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
2

Bones of Empire

Bones of Empire continues the Publication Order of Zak Cato Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
8 books 1987–2013
1

Freehold

Freehold continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1987
2

Prison Planet

Prison Planet continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1989
3

Bodyguard

Bodyguard continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1994
4

Where the Ships Die

Where the Ships Die continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
5

Steelheart

Steelheart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by William C. Dietz.

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1998
6

Snake Eye

Snake Eye continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
7

Ejecta

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Ejecta, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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2010
8

The Seeds of Man

The Seeds of Man continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
1 books 2013–2013
1

Rogan's World

Rogan's World is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2013
Publication Order of Star Wars: Dark Forces Books
3 books 1997–1998
1

Soldier for the Empire

Conflict and courage define Soldier for the Empire, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Star Wars: Dark Forces Books series by William C. Dietz that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1997
2

Rebel Agent

The investigation intensifies in Rebel Agent, as this installment of the Publication Order of Star Wars: Dark Forces Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of William C. Dietz's creation.

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1998
3

Jedi Knight

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Star Wars: Dark Forces Books with Jedi Knight, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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1998
Publication Order of Crisis of Empire Books
1 books 1989–1989
1

Cluster Command

Cluster Command continues the Publication Order of Crisis of Empire Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1989
Publication Order of Hitman Books
1 books 2007–2007
1

Enemy Within

Enemy Within continues the Publication Order of Hitman Books story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
Publication Order of Starcraft II Books
1 books 2009–2009
1

Heaven's Devils

Heaven's Devils is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Starcraft II Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2009
Publication Order of Halo: The Original Books
1 books 2003–2003
1

The Flood

The Flood is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Halo: The Original Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2003
Publication Order of Anthologies
10 books 1990–2017
1

The Far Stars War

Conflict and courage define The Far Stars War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by William C. Dietz that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1990
2

The Siege of Arsita

The Siege of Arsita is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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1991
3

Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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2006
4

Horrors Beyond 2

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Horrors Beyond 2, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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2007
5

Five by Five 2: No Surrender

Five by Five 2: No Surrender is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2012
6

No Surrender

No Surrender is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2013
7

Shadows of the New Sun

Shadows of the New Sun continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
8

Mech

Mech is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William C. Dietz have come to expect.

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2017
9

Hath No Fury

Hath No Fury continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William C. Dietz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
10

Infinite Stars

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Infinite Stars, another outstanding contribution from William C. Dietz.

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2017

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is William C. Dietz?

William C. Dietz is a bestselling author known for 22 book series containing over 77 books. Popular series include Publication Order of America Rising Books, Publication Order of Crickets Books, Publication Order of Drifter Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best William C. Dietz series to start with?

For readers new to William C. Dietz's work, the Publication Order of America Rising Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 3 books. Begin with Into the Guns to start from the very beginning.

How many books has William C. Dietz written?

William C. Dietz has written over 77 books across 22 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read William C. Dietz books in order?

Yes, reading William C. Dietz'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 William C. Dietz write in?

William C. Dietz writes primarily in fiction. With 22 series across 77 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are William C. Dietz's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of William C. Dietz'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 William C. Dietz's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, William C. Dietz's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of America Rising Books series. The first book, Into the Guns, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.