The Belgariad Reading Order

This guide explains the recommended reading order for The Belgariad by David Eddings. The series follows a single, continuous storyline and is intended to be read in a fixed order.

Recommended Reading Order

All readers should follow the publication order listed below.

  1. Pawn of Prophecy
  2. Queen of Sorcery
  3. Magician’s Gambit
  4. Castle of Wizardry
  5. Enchanters’ End Game

The books form a single narrative arc, and skipping or reordering entries is not recommended.

Are There Alternative Reading Orders?

No. The Belgariad is structured as a linear series with no standalone entries or optional side books. Reading the novels in order provides the intended story progression.

Related Series

Readers who finish The Belgariad may wish to continue with The Malloreon, which follows many of the same characters and events.