B.N. Rundell Books in Order

Where to Start Reading B.N. Rundell

B.N. Rundell has written over fifty novels, primarily focusing on historical Christian Westerns. While his bibliography spans multiple long-running series, the good news for readers is that they are entirely self-contained. The characters, storylines, and settings do not cross over. This means you do not have to worry about a complex master reading order; instead, you can pick any series that catches your eye and read it in its internal publication order.

For new readers, there are three standout starting points:

• The Buckskin Chronicles: If you want to experience the author's debut writing style and follow an epic family saga across the wilderness, begin here with To Keep A Promise.
• The Stonecroft Saga: For a deep dive into exploration, survival, and friendship in the early Rocky Mountain frontier, start with Escape to Exile.
• Rocky Mountain Saint: If you enjoy tales of faith, survival, and personal redemption amidst hostile territories, start with Journey To Jeopardy.

The Stonecroft Saga Reading Order

The Stonecroft Saga is one of Rundell's most popular sequences, tracking the extensive wilderness travels of Gabriel Stonecroft and his companion Ezra. Set against the backdrop of the early 19th-century American West and the Louisiana Territory, the series mixes historical detail, interactions with Native American tribes, and survivalist action.

You should read the Stonecroft Saga in its strict chronological/publication order:

1. Escape to Exile (2020)
2. Discovery of Destiny (2020)
3. Westward The Wilderness (2020)
4. Moonlight and Mountains (2020)
5. Raiders Of The Rockies (2020)
6. Uncharted Territory (2020)
7. Riding The River (2020)
8. Shoshone Summer (2020)
9. Winter Warpath (2020)
10. Bitterroot Badlands (2020)
11. Paiute Passage (2020)
12. Kutenai Killing (2020)
13. Sawatch Skirmish (2021)
14. Comanche Conflict (2021)
15. Apache Ambush (2021)

Rocky Mountain Saint Reading Order

This series blends action and spiritual themes as it follows its protagonist through the dangerous territories of the Rocky Mountains during the mid-1800s. The internal storyline progresses sequentially, making it important to read the books in order to appreciate the character growth and overarching narrative arc.

1. Journey To Jeopardy (2018)
2. Frontier Freedom (2018)
3. Wilderness Wanderin' (2018)
4. Mountain Massacre (2018)
5. Timberline Trail (2018)
6. Pathfinder Peril (2018)
7. Wapiti Widow (2018)
8. Vengeance Valley (2018)
9. Renegade Rampage (2019)
10. Buffalo Brigade (2019)
11. Territory Tyranny (2019)
12. Winter Waifs (2019)
13. Mescalero Madness (2019)
14. Dine' Defiance (2019)

The Buckskin Chronicles Reading Order

Focusing on the adventures of the Thompsett family, the Buckskin Chronicles explores the rugged expansion into western territories. The series began with Rundell's first published works in 2016 and remains a foundational series for his fanbase.

1. To Keep A Promise (2016)
2. To The Tall Timber (2016)
3. To The Absaroka (2016)
4. To the Bighorns (2017)
5. To The Medicine Bow (2017)
6. To The Sierra Madre (2017)
7. To The Cache La Poudre (2017)
8. To The Overland Trail (2017)
9. To The Sangre De Cristo (2017)
10. To The San Juan (2018)

Plainsman Western Series Reading Order

The Plainsman Western Series follows Reuben Grundy, a reluctant lawman trying to find peace and redemption in the aftermath of the Civil War. Unlike the wilderness exploration focus of the earlier sagas, this series leans closer to traditional law-and-order frontier Westerns, while maintaining a strong undercurrent of moral clarity.

1. The Trail to Redemption (2021)
2. The Trail to Retaliation (2021)
3. The Trail to Restoration (2022)
4. The Trail to Revolution (2022)
5. The Trail to Reparation (2022)
6. The Trail to Rebellion (2022)
7. The Trail to Reservation (2022)
8. The Trail to Reclamation (2022)
9. The Trail to Retribution (2022)
10. The Trail To Reconciliation (2022)

McCain Chronicles Reading Order

The McCain Chronicles shifts focus to the sweeping saga of Elijah McCain. Elijah's journey is defined by themes of covenant, personal sacrifice, and carving out a life on the homesteads and trails of a changing West.

1. The Covenant (2023)
2. Last Chance Gulch (2023)
3. Bear Gulch (2023)
4. Naches Trail (2023)
5. Siskiyou Trail (2023)
6. Emigrant Trail (2023)
7. Washita (2023)
8. Bridger Trail (2024)

The Quest Chronicles Reading Order

One of Rundell's newer series, The Quest Chronicles, returns to high-country exploration and the trials of pioneers seeking new opportunities in Colorado's high altitudes.

1. High Country (2024)
2. TinCup (2024)
3. Black Hawk (2024)

Standalone Novels and Anthologies

In addition to his multi-book sagas, Rundell has written several standalone books and contributed to Western anthologies. The most notable of these is Star Dancer, his debut novel which quickly became a bestseller.

Standalone Novels

• Star Dancer (2016) - A historic Western novel following a young warrior's quest.
• Ridin' Lonesome (2017) - A traditional tale of a lone cowboy facing the harsh elements and outlaws.
• The Christmas Bear (2018) - A holiday-themed frontier story.

Anthologies

• Christian Western Showcase (2019)
• Ridin’ with the Pack (2023)

What to Know Before You Start

B.N. Rundell’s books fall squarely into the Christian Western genre. As a former Baptist pastor, Rundell weaves spiritual elements, ethical choices, and messages of redemption directly into his characters' struggles. However, his books are also praised for their historical accuracy and rugged action. Expect realistic descriptions of frontier geography, survival techniques, and historical events alongside clean, faith-based narratives.