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The End Of Eternity
Isaac Asimov

The End Of Eternity

Quick Answer

Read "The End Of Eternity" as the 2nd book in the Standalone Novels and Collections sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "The Martian Way" (Book 1)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 2nd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2020256 pp
A spellbinding novel set in the universe of Isaac Asimov’s classic Galactic Empire series and Foundation series Due to circumstances within our control . . . tomorrow will be canceled. The Eternals, the ruling class of the Future, had the power of life and death not only over every human being but over the very centuries into which they were born. Past, Present, and Future could be created or destroyed at will. You had to be special to become an Eternal. Andrew Harlan was special. Until he committed the one unforgivable sin—falling in love. Eternals weren’t supposed to have feelings. But Andrew could not deny the sensations that were struggling within him. He knew he could not keep this secret forever. And so he began to plan his escape, a plan that changed his own past . . . and threatened Eternity itself.
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Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Standalone Novels and Collections conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading The End Of Eternity?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read The End Of Eternity before The Martian Way?

No. We recommend reading The Martian Way first. The End Of Eternity is the 2th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is The End Of Eternity required reading for the Standalone Novels and Collections?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after The End Of Eternity in the reading order?

The next recommended book after The End Of Eternity is Adventure Of The Christmas Pudding And Other Stories - Agatha Christie (Book #3).