Table of Contents
Briggsverse
A comprehensive database dedicated to Patricia Briggs and the official worldbuilding compendium that explores her universe of books. Created and maintained by her team in collaboration with her fans.
Introduction to the Mercyverse
The Mercyverse is comprised of the combination of people, places and events of the Mercy Thompson series, the Alpha&Omega series and the various works of short fiction that are set in the same universe.
World Overview
The Mercy Thompson series is Urban Fantasy. Mercedes is a Volkswagen mechanic living in the Tri-Cities area of
Washington State. Her Native American heritage has gifted her with the ability to take the form of a coyote at will. She's surrounded
by far more powerful supernatural beings, including werewolves, vampires and an assortment of fae.
Book Summaries
Explore the books here. In addition to summaries there are links to Patty's author comments, links to first chapters, excerpts and cover art. There are also novel snapshots which will give a condensed version of each book and short fiction for quick review. The Mercy Thompson section also has a close up of all of Mercy's book cover tattoos.
Mercy Thompson Series
Alpha & Omega Series
Mercyverse Short Fiction (Includes Graphic Novels)
Timeline & Reading Order
To read the Mercyverse books and related short fiction in their order in the timeline access this printable page where you can expand the titles and the timeline descriptions for more information. Initial publishing years and ISBN of the works are also included.
Worldbuilding
Mercyverse Worldbuilding is the canon of the combined novel series and short fiction overall set of storylines, premises, settings, and characters. Details in canon are derived directly from the novels and short fiction. It should be noted that some details of the graphic novels contrast with the written work canon due to media modification. In areas where there is a conflict canon from the novels and short fiction will always take precedence. Human error does occur so there have been some canon errors and typos along the way.
Introduction to the Hurogverse
World Overview
Book Summaries
Worldbuilding
Hurogverse Worldbuilding is the canon of the combined stories. Canon refers to the overall set of storylines, premises, settings, and characters. Details in canon are derived directly from the novels.
Introduction to the Sianimverse
World Overview
Book Summaries
Worldbuilding
Sianimverse Worldbuilding is the canon of the combined stories. Canon refers to the overall set of storylines, premises, settings, and characters. Details in canon are derived directly from the novels.
Introduction to the Ravenverse
World Overview
Book Summaries
Worldbuilding
Ravenverse Worldbuilding is the canon of the combined stories. Canon refers to the overall set of storylines, premises, settings, and characters. Details in canon are derived directly from the novels.
The Otherverse
This focuses on standalone novels and stories of shorter fiction created by Patty that aren't related to any other created worlds in her universe.