Doc Holliday books in order

The Doc Holliday series by Mary Doria Russell in reading order. A two-book historical fiction series about the legendary frontier dentist and gunfighter.
Series · Historical Fiction · Western · Literary Fiction

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Doc 2011 Mary Doria Russell Buy
2 Epitaph 2015 Mary Doria Russell Buy

Mary Doria Russell’s Doc Holliday duology reimagines the life of John Henry Holliday, the dentist-turned-gambler who became famous for his friendship with Wyatt Earp and his role at the O.K. Corral. Doc (2011) covers Holliday’s early life and his relationship with Kate Harony, while Epitaph (2015) deals with the events in Tombstone.

Russell approached the material as a novelist rather than a historian, but she did years of research to get the details right. The result is a portrait of Holliday that goes beyond the popular image of a gunslinging gambler.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Doc Holliday series?

There are two books in the Doc Holliday series, published between 2011 and 2015.

What is the first book in the Doc Holliday series?

The first book in the Doc Holliday series is Doc, published in 2011.

Are the Doc Holliday books historically accurate?

Mary Doria Russell conducted extensive research for the Doc Holliday novels. While they are works of fiction, the books are grounded in historical records and aim to present a more nuanced portrait of John Henry Holliday than the typical Wild West legend.

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