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Defending the Future Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Defending the Future books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: March 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Defending the Future series? Start with "Dogs of War" (2013) and follow publication order through all 8 books.
The complete Defending the Future reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
Dogs of War
2013
The Best of Defending the Future (By: Jack McDevitt,Charles E. Gannon,Danielle Ackley-McPhail,Mike McPhail)
2016
In Harm's Way (By: Mike McPhail)
2019
Best Laid Plans
2021
So It Begins
2009
In All Their Glory
2010
By Other Means
2011
Oh Sandy
2013
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