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The Dark Tower Series - Complete Reading Order

Stephen King

The Dark Tower series follows Roland Deschain, the last gunslinger, on a journey through a desolate and apocalyptic world to find the Dark Tower, a mystical edifice that holds the key to the fate of all worlds. Incorporating elements of fantasy, horror, and westerns, this epic saga is Stephen King's magnum opus.

FANTASY
DARK FANTASY
HORROR
ADVENTURE

Number of books:

8

The Dark Tower - Books in Order

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FANTASY
DARK FANTASY
ADVENTURE

The Dark Tower: The Gunslinger

by Stephen King ( 1982 )

Series: The Dark Tower- book 1

Average rating:4.5/ 5

In this first book, Roland Deschain begins his long journey towards the Dark Tower, encountering mysterious figures and desolate landscapes as he chases the elusive 'Man in Black'.

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FANTASY
DARK FANTASY
HORROR
ADVENTURE

The Dark Tower II: The Drawing of the Three

by Stephen King ( 1987 )

Series: The Dark Tower- book 2

Average rating:4.6/ 5

Roland must gather new allies from different worlds to aid him on his quest. His journey leads him through dangerous challenges as the path to the Dark Tower grows darker.

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FANTASY
DARK FANTASY
HORROR
ADVENTURE

The Dark Tower III: The Waste Lands

by Stephen King ( 1991 )

Series: The Dark Tower- book 3

Average rating:4.7/ 5

Roland and his companions must cross desolate lands filled with enemies to continue their quest. The stakes are higher as they encounter powerful forces that threaten their journey.

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FANTASY
DARK FANTASY
ADVENTURE

The Dark Tower IV: Wizard and Glass

by Stephen King ( 1997 )

Series: The Dark Tower- book 4

Average rating:4.8/ 5

The backstory of Roland is revealed as he tells his companions about his past, setting the stage for the final part of his epic journey.

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FANTASY
DARK FANTASY
HORROR

The Dark Tower V: Wolves of the Calla

by Stephen King ( 2003 )

Series: The Dark Tower- book 5

Average rating:4.7/ 5

Roland and his ka-tet face new enemies as they reach the village of Calla, where they must protect the people from supernatural forces.

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FANTASY
DARK FANTASY
HORROR

The Dark Tower VI: Song of Susannah

by Stephen King ( 2004 )

Series: The Dark Tower- book 6

Average rating:4.6/ 5

In this penultimate book, Roland and his companions face one of their most personal and dangerous battles as they near the Dark Tower.

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FANTASY
DARK FANTASY
HORROR
ADVENTURE

The Dark Tower VII: The Dark Tower

by Stephen King ( 2004 )

Series: The Dark Tower- book 7

Average rating:4.8/ 5

In the final chapter of the series, Roland reaches the Dark Tower. The conclusion is filled with unexpected twists and an epic confrontation that will decide the fate of all worlds.

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FANTASY
DARK FANTASY
HORROR
ADVENTURE

The Dark Tower: The Wind Through the Keyhole

by Stephen King ( 2012 )

Series: The Dark Tower- book 4.5

Average rating:4.7/ 5

Set between books 4 and 5, this story explores a new adventure of Roland Deschain and his ka-tet as they encounter more mysteries in the desolate world on their way to the Dark Tower.