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Start The Chronicles of The One by Nora Roberts with "Year One", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.

A post-apocalyptic fantasy trilogy following the descendants of those who survived a devastating plague and magical war.

Where to start

Start with "Year One" and follow the publication order below.

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Reading Order3 Titles

Why Publication Order?We recommend reading in Publication Order (default). This follows the author's release schedule, ensuring you experience plot twists, character growth, and world-building exactly as intended without spoilers.
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1

Year One

Pub: 2017★ 5

A devastating pandemic known as 'The Doom' sweeps the globe, ushering in a new age where ancient magic and technology collide in a desperate fight for the future.

2

Of Blood And Bone

Pub: 2023

Plot details hidden until you finish "Year One".

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts comes the complete Chronicles of the One trilogy in one beautiful package. Year One An epic of hope and horror, chaos and magick, and a journey that will unite a desperate group of people to fight the battle of their lives as magick (good and bad) emerges in the wake of a plague. Magick user Lena must make her way out of a wrecked New York City with a group of ragtag companions as a grand purpose awaits them. Of Blood and Bone Fallon Swift, approaching her thirteenth birthday, barely knows the world that existed before hers, where vicious gangs of Raiders and fanatics called Purity Warriors search for their next gifted victim. When her identity as The One can no longer be hidden, her training begins as she must grow into the woman she was born to be to make the world whole again. The Rise of the Magicks Trained to fight, Fallon cannot live in peace until she frees those who have been preyed upon by the government or the fanatical Purity Warriors. Strengthened by the bond she shares with her fellow warrior, Duncan, as well as those she's rescued, she must help them rediscover the light and faith within themselves to finally restore the mystical shield that once protected them all...

3

The Rise Of Magicks

Pub: 2019

Plot details hidden until you finish "Of Blood And Bone".

Humanity’s last hope rests with a powerful young woman destined to confront the dark forces unleashed by 'The Doom' and restore true magic to the world.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I read The Chronicles of The One in?

Start with "Year One" (2017) and follow the publication order listed on this page.

How many books are in The Chronicles of The One?

3 main books, published 2017–2023.