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Forgotten Realms: Baldur's Gate Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Forgotten Realms: Baldur's Gate 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 Forgotten Realms: Baldur's Gate series? Start with "Baldur's Gate (By: Philip Athans)" (1998) and follow publication order through all 4 books.
The complete Forgotten Realms: Baldur's Gate reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
Baldur's Gate (By: Philip Athans)
1998
Official Strategy Guide
1998
Shadows of Amn (By: Jim Mazurek)
2000
Throne of Bhaal (By: Drew Karpyshyn)
2001
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