Hereward books in order

The Hereward series by Mark Chadbourn is a historical fiction sequence about the Anglo-Saxon warrior who resisted the Norman Conquest.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Hereward 2011 Mark Chadbourn Buy
2 The Devil’s Army 2012 Mark Chadbourn Buy
3 End of Days 2013 Mark Chadbourn Buy
4 Wolves of New Rome 2014 Mark Chadbourn Buy
5 The Immortals 2015 Mark Chadbourn Buy
6 The Bloody Crown: 2016 Mark Chadbourn Buy

The Hereward series follows the historical Anglo-Saxon rebel leader who fought against Norman rule in England after 1066. Starting with Hereward (2011), the six books track his career from outlaw to resistance leader across the fenlands of eastern England. Chadbourn brings the period to life with detailed historical settings.

The series ran from 2011 to 2016, with titles including The Devil’s Army, End of Days, Wolves of New Rome, The Immortals, and The Bloody Crown. It represents a shift from Chadbourn’s fantasy work toward straight historical fiction, though his storytelling instincts for myth and legend still influence the portrayal.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Hereward series?

There are six books in the Hereward series, published between 2011 and 2016.

What is the first book in the Hereward series?

The first book in the Hereward series is Hereward, published in 2011.

Who was Hereward the Wake?

Hereward the Wake was an Anglo-Saxon nobleman who led a rebellion against William the Conqueror after the Norman Conquest of 1066. He is one of the last known English resistance fighters against Norman rule, making his stand in the fenlands of eastern England. Chadbourn’s series fictionalizes his life across six novels.

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