Legacy of War books in order

Legacy of War is a four-book military science fiction series by Joshua James following soldiers through the early stages of an interstellar conflict.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Legacy of War: First Encounter 2020 Joshua James N/A
2 First Encounter 2020 Joshua James Buy
3 Enemy Lines 2020 Joshua James Buy
4 Invasion Force 2020 Joshua James Buy

Legacy of War is a four-book military science fiction series by Joshua James, with the main three books published in 2020. The series begins with First Encounter and continues through Enemy Lines and Invasion Force, following soldiers navigating the opening stages of an interstellar war.

The series is connected to Heritage of War and shares a starting novella, Legacy of War: First Encounter, which introduces the universe and sets the stage for both series. Legacy of War has a direct, mission-focused structure, with each book building on the last as the scale of the conflict grows.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Legacy of War series?

There are four books in the Legacy of War series, published in 2020.

What is the first book in the Legacy of War series?

The first book in the Legacy of War series is Legacy of War: First Encounter, published in 2020.

Is Legacy of War the starting point for the Heritage of War universe, or can I begin with either series?

Legacy of War is the better starting point. It establishes the universe and introduces key characters through First Encounter (2020), Enemy Lines (2020), and Invasion Force (2020). Heritage of War continues the story and is best read after completing Legacy of War.

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