How to Read the Buried Goddess Saga in Order
Getting started with the Buried Goddess Saga is highly straightforward. Because the series follows a continuous, chronological story tracking the self-proclaimed 'World’s Greatest Thief' Whitney Fierstown and the disgraced knight Torsten Unger, you should read the main novels in their exact publication order.
The Recommended Reading Order
- Web of Eyes (2018) - The starting point where Whitney and Torsten are forced into an unlikely alliance.
- Winds of War (2018) - Rebellion brews and Whitney takes on a young blood mage apprentice, Sora.
- Will of Fire (2019) - The stakes escalate as the dark forces of the Buried Goddess Nesilia grow stronger.
- Way of Gods (2019) - Introduces new perspectives, including the fierce warrior Mahraveh.
- War of Men (2019) - The penultimate battle where factions clash across the Glass Kingdom.
- Word of Truth (2020) - The epic conclusion to the main story arc of the saga.
Clearing Up the "Nesilia's War" Confusion
You may see a seventh title listed in publication records called Nesilia's War (2020). Don't worry about hunting down a secret sequel! In most editions, Nesilia's War is actually a collection or an omnibus edition of the final trilogy of books (specifically Books 4 through 6: Way of Gods, War of Men, and Word of Truth). If you've read the six individual books, you have completed the story.
Co-Authors and Spin-Offs
The saga is a collaborative effort between Rhett C. Bruno and Jaime Castle, who have co-authored several other series together, including the popular Weird West series The Black Badge. While there are currently no direct spin-off books or prequels set in the world of Pantego, readers who enjoy the duo's signature blend of snarky humor, rich world-building, and gritty action should check out their other collaborations.