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A Prefect Dreyfus Emergency books in order A series by Alastair Reynolds

The A Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series by Alastair Reynolds has 3 books, from The Prefect (Apr 2007) to Chasm City (May 2001). Read it in order, starting with The Prefect.

Reading order: 1 The Prefect (2007) · 2 Elysium Fire (2018) · Chasm City (2001)

Updated September 2026

All 3 A Prefect Dreyfus Emergency books in order

  1. 1.

    The Prefect (Apr 2007)

    416 pages★ 3.8 (13 ratings)

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  2. 2.

    Elysium Fire (Jan 2018)

    432 pages★ 3.3 (6 ratings)

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  3. Chasm City (May 2001)

    608 pages★ 3.9 (23 ratings)

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A Prefect Dreyfus Emergency FAQ

How many A Prefect Dreyfus Emergency books are there?
There are 3 A Prefect Dreyfus Emergency books, as of September 2026.
What order should I read the A Prefect Dreyfus Emergency books in?
In publication order, starting with The Prefect (Apr 2007): 1 The Prefect (2007) · 2 Elysium Fire (2018) · Chasm City (2001).
What is the first A Prefect Dreyfus Emergency book?
The Prefect (Apr 2007).
What is the latest A Prefect Dreyfus Emergency book?
Chasm City (May 2001).
Is the A Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series finished?
There have been no new A Prefect Dreyfus Emergency books since 2001.
Did Alastair Reynolds write other series?
Yes: Inhibitor Cycle and Poseidon's Children.

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Sources: series order and dates from Wikidata and Open Library. Last updated September 2026.