First Daughter books in order

The First Daughter series by Mitali Perkins follows a South Asian American teen navigating life as the president's daughter across three YA novels.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Extreme American Makeover 2007 Mitali Perkins Buy
2 First daughter 2007 Mitali Perkins N/A
3 White House Rules 2008 Mitali Perkins Buy

The First Daughter series follows Sameera Righton, a Pakistani-American teenager whose adoptive father becomes President of the United States. Beginning with First Daughter (2007) and Extreme American Makeover (2007), the series puts questions of identity and belonging against the backdrop of national politics.

White House Rules (2008) concludes the trilogy. Perkins uses the premise to explore how a young woman of color navigates public expectations and media pressure while trying to figure out who she really is.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the First Daughter series?

There are three books in the First Daughter series, published between 2007 and 2008.

What is the first book in the First Daughter series?

The first book in the First Daughter series is Extreme American Makeover, published in 2007.

What is the First Daughter series about?

The First Daughter series follows Sameera Righton, a Pakistani-American teen adopted by a US senator who becomes president. The books explore identity, media scrutiny, and growing up in the political spotlight.

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