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Book #6 of 6 in The Dark Tower SeriesStatus: Ongoing
Song Of Susannah
Stephen King

Song Of Susannah

Quick Answer

Read "Song Of Susannah" as the 6th book in the The Dark Tower Series sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Wolves Of The Calla" (Book 5)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 6th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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[The Dark Tower][1] VI Susannah, now pregnant, has yet another taking control of her. The demon-mother, Mia, uses Susannah and Black Thirteen to transport to New York City of 1999. Jake, Oy, and Pere Callahan must rescue Susannah while Eddie and Roland transport to the Maine of 1977. A vacant lot in New York is the prize that must be saved and ties these together. ([source][2]) [1]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL81600W/The_Dark_Tower_1-7 [2]: https://www.stephenking.com/library/novel/dark_tower_song_of_susannah_the.html
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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

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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 The Dark Tower 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 Song Of Susannah?

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

Can I read Song Of Susannah before Wolves Of The Calla?

No. We recommend reading Wolves Of The Calla first. Song Of Susannah is the 6th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Song Of Susannah required reading for the The Dark Tower Series?

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

What comes after Song Of Susannah in the reading order?

Currently, Song Of Susannah is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.

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