Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
Shadowplay |
1990 |
Jo Clayton |
Buy |
| 2 |
Shadowspeer |
1990 |
Jo Clayton |
Buy |
| 3 |
Shadowkill |
1991 |
Jo Clayton |
Buy |
Diadem: Shadith’s Quest is a three-book sequel to Jo Clayton’s original Diadem series. Shadith, a character from the earlier books, takes over as protagonist in Shadowplay (1990), Shadowspeer (1990), and Shadowkill (1991).
The sub-series continues the Diadem universe while shifting focus from Aleytys to Shadith. A further sequel trilogy, Shadowsong, followed in 1995-1996.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Diadem: Shadith's Quest series?
There are 3 books in the Diadem: Shadith’s Quest series, published between 1990 and 1991.
What is the first book in the Diadem: Shadith's Quest series?
The first book in the Diadem: Shadith’s Quest series is Shadowplay, published in 1990.
Who is Shadith?
Shadith is a character introduced in the original Diadem series who takes over as protagonist in the sequel sub-series. She appears in both Shadith’s Quest (1990-1991) and the later Shadowsong trilogy (1995-1996), continuing the Diadem universe after Aleytys’s story concludes.