Evening And The Morning
Start with "Evening And The Morning" to begin the Kingsbridge Series. It is the essential series starter and provides the necessary foundation for the rest of the books.
✅ Safe to read now (Series Entry Point)
This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.
Verdict Insight: This is the essential series starter that introduces the Ken Follett's core world and character arcs. It is required reading for all new fans.
SourceKingsbridge
Book #2 of 2 in Series
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
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 Kingsbridge Series 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 Evening And The Morning?
This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.
Can I read Evening And The Morning before other books in the series?
Yes, Evening And The Morning is the first book in the series and is the ideal starting point for new readers.
Is Evening And The Morning required reading for the Kingsbridge Series?
Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.
What comes after Evening And The Morning in the reading order?
The next recommended book after Evening And The Morning is Kingsbridge (Book #2).
