Brothers of Gwynedd books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Brothers of Gwynedd series?"

"There are four books in the Brothers of Gwynedd series, published between 1974 and 1977."

Q: "What is the first book in the Brothers of Gwynedd series?"

"The first book in the Brothers of Gwynedd series is Sunrise in the West, published in 1974."

Q: "Is the Brothers of Gwynedd series historically accurate?"

"The series is grounded in real Welsh history, following the princes of Gwynedd during the 13th century. Ellis Peters researched the period extensively, and the major political events and historical figures are accurately portrayed, though she added fictional characters and dialogue."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Sunrise in the West	1974	Ellis Peters	Buy
2	The Dragon at Noonday	1976	Ellis Peters	Buy
3	The Hounds of Sunset	1976	Ellis Peters	Buy
4	Afterglow and Nightfall	1977	Ellis Peters	Buy

The Brothers of Gwynedd quartet tells the story of the princes of medieval Wales during the 13th century. Published between 1974 and 1977 under the name Edith Pargeter, these four novels cover the struggle of the Welsh princes against English domination, from Sunrise in the West through Afterglow and Nightfall.

Peters had a lifelong attachment to Wales and its history, and these books represent some of her most passionate writing. The series follows the real historical figures of Llewelyn and his brothers as they fight to maintain Welsh independence. The political maneuvering, family betrayals, and military campaigns are based on documented events.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Brothers of Gwynedd series?

There are four books in the Brothers of Gwynedd series, published between 1974 and 1977.

What is the first book in the Brothers of Gwynedd series?

The first book in the Brothers of Gwynedd series is Sunrise in the West, published in 1974.

Is the Brothers of Gwynedd series historically accurate?

The series is grounded in real Welsh history, following the princes of Gwynedd during the 13th century. Ellis Peters researched the period extensively, and the major political events and historical figures are accurately portrayed, though she added fictional characters and dialogue.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order