Rita Longknife: Iteeche War books in order

The Rita Longknife: Iteeche War series by Mike Shepherd follows an earlier generation of the Longknife family during humanity's first contact war with the alien Iteeche.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Enemy Unknown 2017 Mike Moscoe Buy
2 Enemy in Sight 2017 Mike Moscoe Buy
3 Longknifes Defend the Legation 2020 Mike Moscoe Buy

The Rita Longknife: Iteeche War series is a prequel to the Kris Longknife saga, set during humanity’s first war with the alien Iteeche. Rita Longknife is an earlier member of the same family, and her wartime experiences shaped the political world that her descendant Kris would later navigate.

The series adds historical depth to the Longknife universe by showing the origins of the human-Iteeche conflict that remains central to the later books.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Rita Longknife: Iteeche War series?

There are three books in the Rita Longknife: Iteeche War series, published between 2017 and 2020.

What is the first book in the Rita Longknife: Iteeche War series?

The first book in the Rita Longknife: Iteeche War series is Enemy Unknown, published in 2017.

How does the Rita Longknife series relate to Kris Longknife?

Rita Longknife is an ancestor of Kris Longknife. Her series is set during an earlier era, covering humanity’s first war with the alien Iteeche species, events that shaped the political landscape Kris later inherits.

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