Reading Order
Palladium Warsseries.seoTitleShort
Start with Aftershocks and continue through all 4 books in the listed reading order.
Start Here

Start with Aftershocks
Book 1 by Marko Kloos • Published 2019
Years after Gretia’s failed grab for power, the Gaia system lives with the war’s scars. Ex Blackguard soldier Aden, an occupation sergeant, a navy officer, and a young industrial heir each see warning signs that peace...
Complete List
Palladium Wars reading order
Ends with Descent
- 1

Book 1:Aftershocks
Marko Kloos • 2019
Years after Gretia’s failed grab for power, the Gaia system lives with the war’s scars. Ex Blackguard soldier Aden, an occupation sergeant, a navy officer, and a young industrial heir each see warning signs that peace...
- 2

Book 2:Ballistic
Marko Kloos • 2020
Trying to disappear after the war, Aden lives under an assumed identity aboard a merchant ship running dangerous cargo. As unrest on occupied Gretia worsens, a sabotaged fleet, street violence, and covert cells reveal...
- 3

Book 3:Citadel
Marko Kloos • 2021
Two weeks after a nuclear strike shatters planetary defenses, the Gaia system edges back toward open war. Commander Dunstan Park takes charge of a prototype cruiser while Idina Chaudhary and former POW Aden work plane...
- 4

Book 4:Descent
Mark Goodwin • 2023
In the final chapter of his journey, Caleb hits rock bottom in a society that has completely collapsed. He must find a path to redemption and escape the urban nightmare before it consumes him entirely.
Quick Answers
Palladium Wars FAQ
What is the best order to read the Palladium Wars series?
The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with Aftershocks.
How many books are in the Palladium Wars series?
There are 4 books currently listed in the Palladium Wars series on GurusReads.
Where should I start with the Palladium Wars series?
New readers should start with Aftershocks, the first book in the reading order.
Is the Palladium Wars series complete?
Based on the publication years we have, the series appears likely complete and spans releases from 2019 to 2023.