Swords of Albion books in order

The Swords of Albion series by Mark Chadbourn is a historical fantasy set during the Elizabethan era, blending espionage with supernatural threats.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Silver Skull / The Sword of Albion 2009 Mark Chadbourn Buy
2 The Sword of Albion 2009 Mark Chadbourn N/A
3 The Scar-Crow Men 2011 Mark Chadbourn Buy
4 The Devil’s Looking Glass 2012 Mark Chadbourn Buy

The Swords of Albion series is set during the reign of Elizabeth I and follows Will Swyfte, England’s greatest spy, who fights threats both human and supernatural. The Silver Skull (2009) introduces a world where the supernatural exists alongside Elizabethan politics, and Swyfte must protect the realm from both.

The series continued with The Scar-Crow Men (2011) and The Devil’s Looking Glass (2012). Chadbourn combines his knowledge of mythology with the real intrigues of the Elizabethan court, creating adventure stories that sit between historical fiction and dark fantasy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Swords of Albion series?

There are four books in the Swords of Albion series, published between 2009 and 2012.

What is the first book in the Swords of Albion series?

The first book in the Swords of Albion series is The Silver Skull / The Sword of Albion, published in 2009.

What is the Swords of Albion series about?

The series is set in Elizabethan England and follows Will Swyfte, a spy in the service of Queen Elizabeth I who battles supernatural threats alongside political enemies. The books blend real historical figures and events with fantasy elements drawn from folklore.

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