Must Read Series
These are some of my all time favorite series.
His Dark Materials
by Philip Pullman
The Golden Compass
The Subtle Knife
The Amber Spyglass
These thrilling adventures tell the story of Lyra and Will—two ordinary children on a perilous journey through shimmering haunted otherworlds. They will meet witches and armored bears, fallen angels and soul-eating specters. And in the end, the fate of both the living—and the dead—will rely on them.
Phillip Pullman’s spellbinding His Dark Materials trilogy has captivated readers for over twenty years and won acclaim at every turn. It will have you questioning everything you know about your world and wondering what really lies just out of reach.
Endling - 3 book set
by Katherine Applegate
The Last
The First
The Only
Byx is the youngest member of her dairne pack. Believed to possess remarkable abilities, her mythical doglike species has been hunted to near-extinction in the war-torn kingdom of Nedarra. After her pack is hunted down and slaughtered, Byx fears she may be the last of her species: the endling.
As Byx sets out to find safe haven—and perhaps even another of her kind—she meets new allies, who have their own motivations for joining her quest. Together this ragtag group of animals and humans will help put into motion events that could bring the kingdom to the brink of war.
With its unique setting, compelling animal and human characters, and fast-paced adventure, this middle grade series featuring black-and-white illustrations is the perfect next read for fans of the Wings of Fire and Warriors series and A Wolf Called Wander.
Chasing Vermeer Series
by Blue Balliett
Chasing Vermeer
The Wright 3
The Calder Game
Pieces and Players
With unexplainable events occurring and priceless works of art disappearing, it’s up to a dynamic trio of sixth-graders to crack the case. Join Petra, Calder, and Tommy in this 4-book set as they set foot into uncovering the hidden truth behind these missing masterpieces.
Hatchet a three book Set
by Gary Paulsen
Hatchet
Brian's Winter
The River
Brian's Hunt
This isn't really a series, but a collection of two alternate endings for Hatchet. They tell different stories about Brian's experience after his ordeal.
Hatchet is a young-adult adventure novel about Brian Robeson's survival following a plane crash. The novel explores themes of positive thinking and perseverance as Brian faces challenges from nature, like bears, porcupines, dehydration, and starvation; all with only his trusty hatchet to help him.
Carl Hiaasen 5-Book Box Set: Hoot, Flush, Scat, Chomp, Squirm
Hoot
Flush
Scat
Chomp
Squirm
Skink
Not a series, but an amazing collection for middle grade readers. Each book is a new story with new characters. What they have in common is fantasticly funny writing, kids solving mysteries to save endangered animals and resources, and powerful lessons about the importance of protecting the environment.
Echo Falls Mystery Series
By Peter Abrahams
Down the Rabbit Hole (Echo Falls Mystery Book 1)
Behind the Curtain (Echo Falls Mystery Book 2)
Into the Dark (Echo Falls Mystery Book 3)
Peter Abrahams’s outings for kids stand out as a deliciously plotted, highly satisfying adventures for the middle grade reader. The Echo Falls Mystery Series is a charming collection with real characters experiencing real world demands while solving very clever mysteries.
Britfield Series
by C. R. Stewart
Britfield and The Lost Crown (Book I)
Britfield & The Rise of the Lion (Book 2)
Britfield: The Return of the Prince (book 3)
Capable young characters escape the confines of an inhumane orphanage on a quest to uncover the truth about the protagonist's parents. This is a far-flung adventure story that will readily interest all readers of all levels and motivation.
Hunger Games 4-Book Box Set
By Suzanne Collins
Katniss Everdeen, the story's narrator, tells the tale of a dominating Capitol and the mistreated twelve districts of Panem. Yearly, each district is forced to send a boy and a girl between the age of 12 to 18, called tributes, to fight to the death in an annual Hunger Games.
the Hunger Games
Catching Fire
Mockingjay
the Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes