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Raj Whitehall Books in Order

See the Raj Whitehall books by S.M. Stirling in order, with short summaries, series background, and notes on this military SF collaboration.

Last updated: July 5, 2026

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The Forge

by SM Stirling

1991

On the fallen colony world of Bellevue, young officer Raj Whitehall discovers Center, a surviving battle computer with plans for civilization's return. Their alliance turns one gifted commander into the hinge of a world war.

The Hammer

by SM Stirling

1992

Raj Whitehall leads a brutal southern campaign across Bellevue, fighting outnumbered battles while court politics snap at his heels. It is a military adventure built on maneuver, discipline, and thin margins.

The Anvil

by SM Stirling

1993

Raj Whitehall has nearly broken the back of Bellevue's enemies, but success makes him dangerous to men at court. With Center advising him, he has to finish the war without losing the state he is trying to save.

The Steel

by SM Stirling

1993

Raj's victories have not ended the struggle for Bellevue. As rivals maneuver and the war widens, he must keep his Companions together and push Center's plan forward before the old order destroys itself.

The Sword

by SM Stirling

1995

Raj Whitehall's long campaign to reunite Bellevue enters a sharper political phase as victory brings new enemies. Battles still matter, but court intrigue and succession questions may be even deadlier.

The Chosen

by SM Stirling

1996

Civilization on Hafardine has sunk even lower than on Bellevue, and Adrian Gellert becomes the next man pushed toward history. Guided by unseen allies, he faces a stagnant empire that badly needs change.

The Reformer

by SM Stirling

1999

On the fallen world of Hafardine, Adrian Gellert tries to rebuild a decaying empire before it collapses again into darkness. This branch of The General universe shifts from conquest to the harder work of real reform.

The Tyrant

by SM Stirling

2002

The Heretic

by SM Stirling

2013

The Savior

by SM Stirling

2014

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