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After Cilmeri Books in Order

21 Books
2011 – 2022 Published
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How to Read the After Cilmeri Series

For the best experience, the author recommends reading the series in its chronological order rather than strict publication order. This path integrates the novellas and the prequel at their natural narrative points, allowing you to follow the timeline of alternate medieval Welsh history seamlessly.

Recommended Chronological Reading Order

  1. Daughter of Time (Prequel / Book 0) – Meg's journey begins in 1268.
  2. Footsteps in Time (Book 1) – The main story starts in 1282.
  3. Winds of Time (Book 1.5) – A bridging novella.
  4. Prince of Time (Book 2) – David and Anna's medieval choices deepen.
  5. Crossroads in Time (Book 3)
  6. Children of Time (Book 4)
  7. Exiles in Time (Book 5)
  8. Castaways in Time (Book 6)
  9. Ashes of Time (Book 7)
  10. Warden of Time (Book 8)
  11. Guardians of Time (Book 9)
  12. Masters of Time (Book 10)
  13. Outpost in Time (Book 11)
  14. Shades of Time (Book 12)
  15. Champions of Time (Book 13)
  16. Refuge in Time (Book 14)
  17. Unbroken in Time (Book 15)
  18. Outcasts in Time (Book 16)
  19. Hidden in Time (Book 17)
  20. Legacy of Time (Book 18)
  21. Renegades in Time (Book 19)

Series Companions and Extras

  • This Small Corner of Time: The After Cilmeri Series Companion (2018) – A comprehensive guide containing character lists, historical notes, maps, and behind-the-scenes material. It is best read after finishing Champions of Time to avoid early spoilers.

Publication Order vs. Chronological Order

While the publication order is very close to the recommended reading order, there are minor differences. The prequel Daughter of Time was published first in 2011, which aligns with starting the series there. The main variance is the novella Winds of Time, which was published after Prince of Time but chronologically fits between Footsteps in Time (Book 1) and Prince of Time (Book 2). Reading it chronologically provides the most coherent flow of events.

Frequently Asked

QWhere should I start reading the After Cilmeri series?

You should start with the prequel novel, Daughter of Time. It introduces Meg, the core lore of the time travel mechanics, and sets the stage for the rest of the historical alterations.

QWhat is the historical significance of the name Cilmeri?

The series takes its name from the historical Battle of Cilmeri (December 11, 1282), where Llywelyn ap Gruffydd, the last sovereign Prince of Wales, was killed in an ambush. The books explore an alternate history where time travelers prevent his death.

QAre the After Cilmeri books appropriate for young adults?

Yes. The series features clean storytelling with no explicit content, focusing instead on political intrigue, historical detail, adventure, and romance, making it suitable for both teenagers and adults.

QWhen does the companion book 'This Small Corner of Time' fit in?

It was published alongside Champions of Time. To avoid major spoilers regarding character arcs and structural twists, it is recommended to read the companion book only after completing at least the fifteenth book in the series timeline.

QAre there spin-off series in the same universe?

While Sarah Woodbury has written other medieval Welsh historical mysteries (such as the Gareth & Gwen Medieval Mysteries and the Welsh Guard Mysteries), After Cilmeri remains her primary time-travel-based alternate history universe.

QWhat is the most recent book in the series?

The most recent release is Renegades in Time (Book 19), which was published in February 2025.