Damar book cover

The Damar Series in Order

The Damar series can be read in any order, though starting with The Blue Sword provides the clearest introduction to the setting and recurring concepts. In the desert kingdom of Damar, young women discover inner strength and magical gifts while facing threats from both human and supernatural forces.

🟡 Mostly Standalone · Start Anywhere

Damar Books in Order

3 books

Complete reading order for the Damar series.

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Title
Date
Rating
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Oct 1982

How to Read the Damar series

🟡 Mostly Standalone · Start Anywhere

Mostly standalone stories with recurring characters in a shared setting.

The Damar series does not need to be read in order. Each book tells a complete story with its own resolution. Continuity is limited to recurring characters and setting. Reading out of order does not cause confusion, as every book introduces its own protagonist and delivers a full, self-contained adventure in the kingdom of Damar.

About the Damar series

Series Premise

The Damar series explores stories of courage and destiny in a land where magic lingers in the air. Each book follows a different young woman’s journey of self-discovery and heroism within the kingdom.

Main Characters

The series features different young women as protagonists in each book, including Harry Crewe, a strong-willed outsider who becomes a hero, and Aerin, a princess who claims her magical heritage.

Setting

The stories take place in the desert kingdom of Damar, a land of mountains, sands, and ancient magic.

Tone & Themes

The tone is adventurous and empowering with strong fantasy elements. Central themes include personal courage, self-discovery, the bond between humans and horses, and finding strength in unexpected places.

Is This Series Worth Reading?

This series appeals to readers who enjoy classic fantasy, strong female protagonists, desert settings, and stories of personal growth and heroism.

Content Warnings and Heat Level

Includes mild fantasy violence and adventure peril; suitable for teen and older readers.

The Damar series offers inspiring, self-contained tales of bravery and magic. Readers can start with any book and enjoy a complete story.

FAQ

How many books are in the Damar series?

3 books

When will the next book in the series be released?

No new book is currently scheduled. The latest book, The Hero and the Crown, was published in January 1984.

When was the most recent book released?

The Hero and the Crown was published in January 1984.

What was the first book in the series?

The first book in the series is Door in the Hedge, published in April 1981.

What genre is the Damar series?

The series primarily falls into the Speculative Fiction genre.

Do you need to read the Damar series in order?

No, the books do not need to be read in order. Each story stands on its own, but recurring characters and the shared setting connect the series.

What is the Damar series about?

The Damar series explores stories of courage and destiny in a land where magic lingers in the air. Each book follows a different young woman’s journey of self-discovery and heroism within the kingdom.

Is the Damar series finished?

The series does not currently have a new book scheduled.