Empire of the Moghul Series by Alex Rutherford

Empire of the Moghul is a popular historical-fiction book series by Alex Rutherford (a pen name for writers Diana Preston and Michael Preston). The novels dramatize the rise, reigns, and struggles of the great Mughal Empire in India, from its founder Babur to later emperors like Akbar and Shah Jahan, blending real historical events with vivid storytelling.

Total 6 Books in the Series -

• Raiders from the North (2009) — The story of young Babur, who rises from exile in Central Asia to found the Mughal Empire.
• Brothers at War (2010) — Chronicles the life and challenges of Babur’s son Humayun.
• Ruler of the World (2011) — Follows the reign of Akbar, one of the most powerful and celebrated emperors.
• The Tainted Throne (2012) — Focuses on Jahangir, Akbar’s son, dealing with court intrigue and rivalry.
• The Serpent’s Tooth (2013) — Covers the era of Shah Jahan, famed for building the Taj Mahal.
• Traitors in the Shadows (2015) — Tells the narrative of Aurangzeb and the conflicts that marked his reign.