Cicero trilogy books in order

All 3 Cicero trilogy books in order by Robert Harris (2006 to 2015): the reading order and where to start, with a one-line summary of each.

3 books2006 to 2015 Robert Harris

Where to start

Imperium (2006)

Rome's greatest orator takes on its most corrupt governor — armed only with words and a secretary's shorthand.

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Reading order

Cicero trilogy reading order

  1. Imperium

    2006Start here

    Rome's greatest orator takes on its most corrupt governor — armed only with words and a secretary's shorthand.

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  2. Lustrum

    2009

    Lustrum is a historical novel by British author Robert Harris.

  3. Dictator

    2015

    Dictator is a historical novel by British author Robert Harris, published in 2015, which concludes his trilogy about the life of the Roman lawyer, politician and orator, Cicero.

Not part of the numbered series

Prequels & companion books

  • Pompeii

    2003

    Pompeii is a novel by Robert Harris, published by Random House in 2003.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

How many books are in the Cicero trilogy series?

There are 3 main books in the Cicero trilogy series by Robert Harris, published from 2006 to 2015.

What order should I read the Cicero trilogy books in?

The Cicero trilogy books in order: 1. Imperium (2006), 2. Lustrum (2009), 3. Dictator (2015).

Which Cicero trilogy book should I read first?

Start with Imperium (2006).

Who wrote the Cicero trilogy series?

The Cicero trilogy series was written by Robert Harris.

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