House of De Dere books in order

Reading order for the House of De Dere series by Kathryn Le Veque, following a medieval Irish-English warrior family.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Legend 1997 Kathryn Le Veque N/A
2 Of Love and Legend 2017 Kathryn Le Veque Buy
3 Echoes of Ancient Dreams 2013 Kathryn Le Veque Buy
4 The Darkland 2013 Kathryn Le Veque Buy
5 Black Sword 2014 Kathryn Le Veque Buy
6 Lord of Black Castle 2023 Kathryn Le Veque Buy

The House of De Dere series follows a warrior family with ties to both England and Ireland. Starting with The Legend (1997), the series traces the De Dere line through six books that include medieval warfare, political intrigue, and romance. The Darkland and Black Sword bring the family into Irish settings.

The series connects heavily to the Lords of Eire through shared books and family lines. Lord of Black Castle (2023) is the newest entry, continuing the De Dere story into the present day of Le Veque’s publishing catalog.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the House of De Dere series?

There are six books in the House of De Dere series, published between 1997 and 2023.

What is the first book in the House of De Dere series?

The first book in the House of De Dere series is The Legend, published in 1997.

Does the House of De Dere series connect to the Lords of Eire?

Yes, the two series share several books and characters. The Darkland, Black Sword, and Echoes of Ancient Dreams appear in both series, connecting the De Dere family to the Irish lords. Reading both gives you the full picture of Le Veque’s Irish medieval world.

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