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Explore Mercedes Lackey's Valdemar books in reading order, with clear, short summaries to help you compare the titles and choose a starting point.

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Valdemar books in publication order

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1

Arrow's Flight

by Mercedes Lackey

1987

Newly qualified as a Herald, Talia sets out to patrol Valdemar and dispense justice. Unrest throughout the kingdom tests her judgment, while the danger of misusing her unusual powers threatens both her and the people she serves.

2

Arrows of the Queen

by Mercedes Lackey

1987

Runaway Talia is chosen by Rolan, a mysterious horse-like Companion, to train as a Herald. As she learns to control her mental gifts, a conspiracy threatens the queen, her young heir and Valdemar itself.

3

Arrow's Fall

by Mercedes Lackey

1988

Talia investigates a marriage proposal for Valdemar's heir at Prince Ancar's court. Diplomatic intrigue gives way to a darker danger when she discovers ancient sorcery that could threaten her kingdom unless she can warn the queen.

4

On the Other Side

by Mercedes Lackey

2010

Herald Enna is sent back to the village she once escaped, where war orphans need help with trauma and emerging magical Gifts. The assignment also forces her to confront old memories and a bard she hoped to avoid.

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