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: January 2026
Publication Order
Dogs of War (By: Brenda Cooper,David Sherman,Danielle Ackley-McPhail,Mike McPhail)
Buy on Amazon2013
The Best of Defending the Future (By: Jack McDevitt,Charles E. Gannon,Danielle Ackley-McPhail,Mike McPhail)
Buy on Amazon2016
In Harm's Way (By: Mike McPhail)
Buy on Amazon2019
Best Laid Plans
Buy on Amazon2021
Ad Astra
Buy on Amazon2013
Swords and Saddles
Buy on Amazon2013
Borrowed Time
Buy on Amazon2013
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Defending the Future series is publication order: 1. Dogs of War (By: Brenda Cooper,David Sherman,Danielle Ackley-McPhail,Mike McPhail) (2013), 2. The Best of Defending the Future (By: Jack McDevitt,Charles E. Gannon,Danielle Ackley-McPhail,Mike McPhail) (2016), 3. In Harm's Way (By: Mike McPhail) (2019), 4. Best Laid Plans (2021), 5. Ad Astra (2013), and 2 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Defending the Future series by Jack Campbell contains 7 books. The series began in 2013 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Defending the Future series is written by Jack Campbell. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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