The Reckoning books in order

The Reckoning is a fantasy duology by Matthew Ward consisting of Shadow of the Raven (2013) and Light of the Radiant (2016).

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Shadow of the Raven 2013 Matthew Ward N/A
2 Light of the Radiant 2016 Matthew Ward Buy

The Reckoning was one of Matthew Ward’s earliest published fantasy works. Shadow of the Raven (2013) and Light of the Radiant (2016) form a self-contained story that Ward completed before moving on to the larger-scale Legacy Trilogy.

The two books balance light and dark fantasy elements, with the titles themselves signaling the shift in tone across the duology.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the The Reckoning series?

There are two books in the The Reckoning series, published between 2013 and 2016.

What is the first book in the The Reckoning series?

The first book in the The Reckoning series is Shadow of the Raven, published in 2013.

Is The Reckoning connected to the Legacy Trilogy?

No. The Reckoning is a separate duology set in its own world, written before Ward began work on the Legacy Trilogy.

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