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Crimson Shadow books in order A series by R. A. Salvatore

The Crimson Shadow series by R. A. Salvatore has 3 books, from The Sword of Bedwyr (1995) to The Dragon King (1996). Read it in order, starting with The Sword of Bedwyr.

Reading order: 1 The Sword of Bedwyr (1995) · 2 Luthien's Gamble (1996) · 3 The Dragon King (1996)

Updated September 2026

All 3 Crimson Shadow books in order

  1. 1.

    The Sword of Bedwyr (1995)

    288 pages

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  2. 2.

    Luthien's Gamble (1996)

    291 pages

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  3. 3.

    The Dragon King (1996)

    344 pages

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Crimson Shadow FAQ

How many Crimson Shadow books are there?
There are 3 Crimson Shadow books, as of September 2026.
What order should I read the Crimson Shadow books in?
In publication order, starting with The Sword of Bedwyr (1995): 1 The Sword of Bedwyr (1995) · 2 Luthien's Gamble (1996) · 3 The Dragon King (1996).
What is the first Crimson Shadow book?
The Sword of Bedwyr (1995).
What is the latest Crimson Shadow book?
The Dragon King (1996).
Is the Crimson Shadow series finished?
There have been no new Crimson Shadow books since 1996.
Did R. A. Salvatore write other series?
Yes: The Icewind Dale Trilogy, The Legend of Drizzt, The Dark Elf Trilogy, Chronicles of Ynis Aielle and Legacy of the Drow.

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