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Start with Deryni Rising and continue through all 3 books in the listed reading order.
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Book 1 by Katherine Kurtz • Published 1970
When King Brion dies suddenly, fourteen year old Prince Kelson must claim the throne before a rival Deryni sorceress seizes it at his coronation. To survive, he must awaken his hidden Haldane powers with the help of D...
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Chronicles Of Deryni reading order
Ends with High Deryni
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Book 1:Deryni Rising
Katherine Kurtz • 1970
When King Brion dies suddenly, fourteen year old Prince Kelson must claim the throne before a rival Deryni sorceress seizes it at his coronation. To survive, he must awaken his hidden Haldane powers with the help of D...
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Book 2:Deryni Checkmate
Katherine Kurtz • 1972
Months after Kelson’s coronation, a fanatical archbishop moves to excommunicate Duke Alaric Morgan and Father Duncan McLain, while mobs hunt Deryni and a foreign enemy prepares war. Kelson struggles to hold his realm...
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Book 3:High Deryni
Katherine Kurtz • 1973
With rebellion at home and a powerful Deryni king threatening invasion from Torenth, young Kelson Haldane must risk a magical Duel Arcane that could cost him his throne and his life. Allies and enemies alike are force...
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Chronicles Of Deryni FAQ
What is the best order to read the Chronicles Of Deryni series?
The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with Deryni Rising.
How many books are in the Chronicles Of Deryni series?
There are 3 books currently listed in the Chronicles Of Deryni series on GurusReads.
Where should I start with the Chronicles Of Deryni series?
New readers should start with Deryni Rising, the first book in the reading order.
Is the Chronicles Of Deryni series complete?
Based on the publication years we have, the series appears likely complete and spans releases from 1970 to 1973.