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The Four Horsemen
By Laura Thalassa · 4 main books · Complete
Use this The Four Horsemen books in order guide to start in the right place, follow the core sequence clearly, and read the full series in the clearest first-time order.
Start with: Pestilence
About this series
The Four Horsemen is Laura Thalassa's dark fantasy romance series, built around apocalyptic stakes, morally gray love interests, and romance-centered arcs that unfold across a shared end-of-the-world setting.
If you are new to the series, start with Pestilence and continue through the main books in publication order. While each book has its own central arc, publication order is still the clearest way to follow the series progression and the larger world context.
Best first read: publication order.
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If you are new to the series, start with Pestilence and continue through the main books in publication order. While each book has its own central arc, publication order is still the clearest way to follow the series progression and the larger world context.
Best first read: publication order.
Reading order
- 1
Pestilence
2018
- 2
War
2019
- 3
Famine
2020
- 4
Death
2023
Reading Order Notes
These The Four Horsemen reading order notes help first-time readers follow the series clearly while understanding how the standalone-style books fit together.
Why publication order works
For most readers, publication order is the best The Four Horsemen reading order because it preserves the broader world stakes, tonal progression, and thematic momentum across the four books.
Can you skip any books?
Some readers may treat the books as more standalone than a tightly locked series, but publication order is still the best path for a first read. Read in order if you want the clearest progression across the apocalyptic setting, the smoothest tonal build from book to book, and the strongest full-series experience.
New to this series? Start here
Pestilence
The best first entry point for The Four Horsemen and the clearest place to begin before continuing through the rest of the series.
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4
Main books
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Spice
Complete
Status
3
Tropes
Best for: apocalyptic dark fantasy romance readers
Start with: Pestilence
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the correct The Four Horsemen reading order?
The correct order is Pestilence, War, Famine, and Death.
Is The Four Horsemen complete?
Yes. The Four Horsemen is a complete four-book series.
Can I read The Four Horsemen out of order?
You can, but most first-time readers will get the clearest experience by following publication order.
Where should I start with The Four Horsemen?
Start with Pestilence, the first book in the series.
Who should start with The Four Horsemen?
This series is a strong fit for readers who want dark apocalyptic romance, morally gray dynamics, and complete fantasy-romance arcs.