The Book of the New Sun — Reading Order
by Gene Wolfe
Literary science fantasy set in a far-future Earth (Urth) narrated by Severian, a torturer's apprentice who cannot forget anything he has ever experienced.
Sci-FiAges 18+~60h to read
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The Shadow of the Torturer
Gene Wolfe · 1980
Severian the torturer's apprentice is exiled for showing mercy to a client and begins a journey that will change the world.
2
The Claw of the Conciliator
Gene Wolfe · 1981
Severian possesses a gem of mythic power and must navigate war, politics, and supernatural forces.
3
The Sword of the Lictor
Gene Wolfe · 1981
Severian becomes an executioner in a mountain city and must make an impossible choice.
4
The Citadel of the Autarch
Gene Wolfe · 1983
The saga concludes as Severian becomes the Autarch and inherits the memories of all who came before.
Reading Time
Estimated~60h
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