





StarCraft
8 books
Here are 8 books from the StarCraft series by Jeff Grubb and others. Start with StarCraft: Liberty's Crusade (2000), then read the rest in the order below. Books without a series number are listed in publication order.
Books in order

StarCraft: Liberty's Crusade
Jeff Grubb
In the unforgiving Koprulu Sector, humanity's desperate struggle for survival against the alien Zerg and the enigmatic Protoss takes a dangerous turn. Investigative reporter Danny Liberty uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of the Terran Confederacy, threatening to ignite a war that could consume all life. As he delves deeper, Liberty must navigate a treacherous landscape of political intrigue and interstellar conflict, where the fate of humankind hangs precariously in the balance. This gripping tale explores themes of courage, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of truth in the face of overwhelming odds.

StarCraft II: Heaven's Devils
William C. Dietz
Dive into the gritty origins of a legendary rebel with StarCraft II: Heaven's Devils. This action-packed novel explores the early days of Jim Raynor and Tychus Findlay, detailing the events that forged their unlikely friendship and set them on a collision course with the oppressive Confederacy. Witness Raynor's evolution from a rookie soldier to a burgeoning hero, facing overwhelming odds and discovering the specialized gear that will define his future. Written in a style reminiscent of a classic B-grade action film, this story offers a thrilling, light read that expands the lore for devoted fans of the StarCraft universe.

StarCraft: Shadow of the Xel'Naga
Gabriel Mesta
In the unforgiving expanse of the Koprulu Sector, where humanity's exiles clash with the psionic might of the Protoss and the insatiable hunger of the Zerg, survival is a daily battle. On the desolate world of Bhekar Ro, a routine struggle for existence is shattered when a cataclysmic storm unearths an ancient alien artifact of immense power. This discovery ignites a desperate race, drawing the attention of all three major factions who seek to control the lost secrets of the legendary Xel'Naga. Prepare for an epic tale of interstellar conflict, where the fate of the sector hangs in the balance, and the echoes of a forgotten civilization could reshape the future of warfare.

Starcraft #3: Speed of Darkness
Tracy Hickman
In a galaxy consumed by conflict, a young Confederate marine named Ardo Menikov grapples with the devastating loss of his home and family to the relentless Zerg Swarm. Driven by a thirst for justice and haunted by his past, Ardo must navigate the treacherous battlefields of a war that threatens to engulf humanity. As he fights for survival, he uncovers unsettling truths that challenge everything he thought he knew about the war and his own destiny. This thrilling installment delves into themes of loss, resilience, and the brutal cost of survival in a universe teetering on the brink of annihilation.

Starcraft: Queen of Blades
Aaron Rosenberg
Haunted by visions of a desolate volcanic world and the fate of the woman he loves, former marshal Jim Raynor embarks on a desperate mission to rescue Sarah Kerrigan. Betrayed by the ruthless Emperor Mengsk and left to the horrors of the Zerg, Kerrigan's survival is uncertain, yet Raynor's conviction drives him into the heart of danger. What he discovers beneath the smoldering surface of Char will shatter his hopes and unleash a terrifying new power upon the galaxy. This gripping tale explores themes of betrayal, love, and the monstrous transformations that can arise from the deepest despair, all set against the backdrop of an interstellar war.

Starcraft: I, Mengsk
Graham McNeill
In the vast Koprulu sector, sixty thousand light-years from Earth, the tyrannical Terran Confederacy rules with an iron fist, crushing any dissent. Arcturus Mengsk, a brilliant strategist and propagandist, emerges as a beacon of rebellion, determined to dismantle this oppressive regime. His path to freedom is forged in the fires of a devastating act of violence, a legacy inherited from his father, Angus Mengsk, who also dared to defy the Confederacy. As a new empire rises and alien threats loom, the fate of humanity and the Koprulu sector rests on the shoulders of the Mengsk family, facing an uncertain future.

Starcraft II - Devils' Due
Christie Golden
Before the legendary rebel Jim Raynor became a hero of the Koprulu Sector, he was a soldier forced to make impossible choices. "Devils' Due" plunges into a dark chapter of his past, detailing his descent into the criminal underworld alongside the resourceful Findlay. Together, they navigate a treacherous landscape of heists and betrayals, driven by a desperate fight for survival against corrupt authority. This gripping tale explores themes of loyalty, rebellion, and the blurred lines between right and wrong when pushed to the absolute limit.

StarCraft: Evolution
Timothy Zahn
In the aftermath of a devastating war, a fragile peace settles over the galaxy between the Protoss, Zerg, and humans. However, this uneasy truce is shattered when a supposedly annihilated Zerg world is discovered to be thriving, its inhabitants harboring mysterious intentions. As old animosities resurface, a new conflict threatens to engulf the star systems, forcing unlikely alliances and desperate measures. Timothy Zahn masterfully weaves a tale of survival, ambition, and the enduring struggle for dominance in the vast StarCraft universe.