Belisarius Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Belisarius books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
An Oblique Approach
Buy on Amazon1998
In the Heart of Darkness
Buy on Amazon1998
Destiny's Shield
Buy on Amazon1999
Fortune's Stroke
Buy on Amazon2000
The Tide of Victory
Buy on Amazon2001
The Dance of Time
Buy on Amazon2006
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Belisarius series is publication order: 1. An Oblique Approach (1998), 2. In the Heart of Darkness (1998), 3. Destiny's Shield (1999), 4. Fortune's Stroke (2000), 5. The Tide of Victory (2001), and 1 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Belisarius series by David Drake contains 6 books. The series began in 1998 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Belisarius series is written by David Drake. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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