Ballantyne Chronicles books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Ballantyne Chronicles series?"

"There are two books in the Ballantyne Chronicles series, published between 2018 and 2021."

Q: "What is the first book in the Ballantyne Chronicles series?"

"The first book in the Ballantyne Chronicles series is Fortune's Soldier, published in 2018."

Q: "Who wrote the Ballantyne Chronicles?"

"The Ballantyne Chronicles was written by Alex Rutherford, the joint pen name of Diana Preston and Michael Preston. The couple are British historians who also wrote the Empire of the Moghul series."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Fortune’s Soldier	2018	Alex Rutherford	Buy
2	Fortune’s Heir	2021	Alex Rutherford	Buy

The Ballantyne Chronicles is a historical adventure series by Alex Rutherford that follows the fortunes of the Ballantyne family. Fortune’s Soldier, the first book, was published in 2018 and introduces readers to the family’s story. Fortune’s Heir followed in 2021, continuing the saga.

This series marks a departure from the Mughal-era Indian setting that Alex Rutherford became known for with the Empire of the Moghul novels. The Ballantyne Chronicles gives the writing duo of Diana and Michael Preston a chance to explore a different period and set of characters while keeping their focus on historical detail and personal drama set against large-scale events.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Ballantyne Chronicles series?

There are two books in the Ballantyne Chronicles series, published between 2018 and 2021.

What is the first book in the Ballantyne Chronicles series?

The first book in the Ballantyne Chronicles series is Fortune’s Soldier, published in 2018.

Who wrote the Ballantyne Chronicles?

The Ballantyne Chronicles was written by Alex Rutherford, the joint pen name of Diana Preston and Michael Preston. The couple are British historians who also wrote the Empire of the Moghul series.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order