The Secret World Chronicle

The Secret World Chronicle

The stories of the metahuman struggle against the Thulian menace continue in the ongoing podcast of The Secret World Chronicle, a series published by Baen Books. Famed fantasy and sci-fi author Mercedes Lackey and returning authors Dennis Lee and Cody Martin are joined by artist and fantasy author Larry Dixon and voice talent/author Veronica Giguere as they continue this podcast in the braided novel tradition. Cover art done by Adam Mancilla.

Episodes

SWC-Book3-03-Every Breath You Take

October 8, 2026
Written by Mercedes Lackey and Dennis Lee. Read by Veronica Giguere. Victoria Victrix shows off her abilities as she assists the Red Djinni and Bulwark in an entirely new way as they seek out a contact in Atlantic City.
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SWC-Book3-04-Nowhere Fast

October 8, 2026
Written by Mercedes Lackey and Cody Martin. Read by Veronica Giguere. John Murdock reveals more about his past in a move to join Red Saviour's team, but the interview is interrupted by a familiar foe.
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SWC-Book3-15-She Blinded Me With Science - Part Three

October 8, 2026
Written by Mercedes Lackey and Dennis Lee. Read by Veronica Giguere. Bulwark and his band of misfits venture deeper into the Golden Catacombs, with Vickie's Overwatch to guide them. In a labyrinth designed by a cold-blooded psychotic, each metahuman ability triggers a new challenge, and the effects nearly cost the team their lives. Part three of seven.
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SWC-Book4-23-Roll the Bones

October 8, 2026
With the aid of Vickie in her role as Overwatch, John Murdock travels to the wilds outside Kansas City and infiltrates a Thulian stronghold. Written by Mercedes Lackey and Cody Martin. Read by Veronica Giguere.
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SWC-Book9-46-Long Time Gone

April 15, 2020
With victory in hand, our heroes wrap up loose ends and prepare for the future in their new world. Written by Mercedes Lackey, Cody Martin, Dennis K.Lee, and Veronica Giguere. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-45-Running On the Rocks, Part 2 of 2

April 13, 2020
New leaders emerge. With the combined powers of metahumans and magic, our heroes may have a chance against the Masters. Written by Mercedes Lackey, Cody Martin, Dennis K.Lee, and Veronica Giguere. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-44-Running On the Rocks, Part 1 of 2

April 11, 2020
Our heroes face the Masters. Some make the ultimate sacrifice. Written by Mercedes Lackey, Cody Martin, Dennis K.Lee, and Veronica Giguere. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-43-Stone in My Hand

January 29, 2020
On the World Ship, sacrifices are made. Allies appear in unlikely places. Written by Mercedes Lackey, Cody Martin, Dennis K.Lee, and Veronica Giguere. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-42-Too Far Gone

January 15, 2020
Our teams board the World Ship and break off into their teams. Victrix has her own mission in mind. Written by Mercedes Lackey, Cody Martin, Dennis K.Lee, and Veronica Giguere. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-41-All Along the Watchtower

September 25, 2019
The forces prepare for the assault on the World Ship. Futures are examined and everyone, no matter how small, has a part to play. Written by Mercedes Lackey, Cody Martin, Dennis K.Lee, and Veronica Giguere. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-40-Season of the Witch

September 18, 2019
Bella meets with the leaders of nations who have pledged to help in the fight against the Masters. All players are at the table, with a few new faces to assist. Written by Mercedes Lackey, Cody Martin, Dennis K.Lee, and Veronica Giguere. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-39-Interlude: Giants in the Ocean

September 11, 2019
Ramona is called to the Port of Savannah to meet up with an old friend and a new ally in the war against the Masters. Written by Mercedes Lackey and Veronica Giguere. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-38-I'll Keep Coming

September 4, 2019
An innocent inquiry leads to disastrous consequences, and Red Saviour suffers more loss. Vickie is not pleased. Written by Mercedes Lackey and Cody Martin. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-37-The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore

August 28, 2019
In Top Hold, Victrix realizes that change brings strength. Also, Penny needs a mentor. Written by Mercedes Lackey. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-36-Interlude: The Greatest

July 10, 2019
Doppelgaenger must face the Masters and her failure. Written by Mercedes Lackey and Dennis Lee. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-34-Interlude: Between the Lines

May 29, 2019
Jack is working behind the scenes. Enemy of my enemy and all that. Written by Dennis K. Lee and Mercedes Lackey. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-35-Kingdom

May 29, 2019
With so much loss around them, John and Sera find comfort in each other. Written by Mercedes Lackey and Cody Martin. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-33-Left Behind

May 22, 2019
Bulwark pays Vickie a visit, and she finds a strong shoulder to cry on. Written by Mercedes Lackey and Dennis K. Lee. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-32-Interlude: Taps

May 15, 2019
Vickie has to tell one more person about the Djinni, and she finally checks her email. Written by Mercedes Lackey and Dennis Lee. Read by Veronica Giguere
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SWC-Book9-31-Hospital Beds

May 8, 2019
At the ECHO infirmary, only one patient is under Gilead's care, and a certain visitor insists on an important conversation. Written by Veronica Giguere and Mercedes Lackey. Read by Veronica Giguere
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