John Pearce Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of John Pearce books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
By the Mast Divided
Buy on Amazon2005
A Shot Rolling Ship
Buy on Amazon2005
An Awkward Commission
Buy on Amazon2007
A Flag of Truce
Buy on Amazon2008
The Admiral's Game
Buy on Amazon2008
An Ill Wind
Buy on Amazon2009
Blown Off Course
Buy on Amazon2010
Enemies at Every Turn
Buy on Amazon2012
A Sea of Troubles
Buy on Amazon2012
A Divided Command
Buy on Amazon2013
The Devil to Pay
Buy on Amazon2014
The Perils of Command
Buy on Amazon2016
A Treacherous Coast
Buy on Amazon2016
On a Particular Service
Buy on Amazon2017
A Close Run Thing
Buy on Amazon2019
HMS Hazard
Buy on Amazon2021
A Troubled Course
Buy on Amazon2022
Droits of the Crown
Buy on Amazon2023
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the John Pearce series is publication order: 1. By the Mast Divided (2005), 2. A Shot Rolling Ship (2005), 3. An Awkward Commission (2007), 4. A Flag of Truce (2008), 5. The Admiral's Game (2008), and 13 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The John Pearce series by David Donachie contains 18 books. The series began in 2005 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
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