How to be a Supervillian books in order

The How to Be a Supervillain series by Michael Fry is a middle grade trilogy about a boy from a family of supervillains who wants to be a hero instead.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 How to Be a Supervillain 2017 Michael Fry Buy
2 Born to Be Good 2018 Michael Fry Buy
3 Bad Guys Finish First 2019 Michael Fry Buy

The How to Be a Supervillain series by Michael Fry is a humorous middle grade trilogy that started in 2017. The books follow Victor Spoil, whose parents and grandparents are all accomplished supervillains. Victor, however, has no interest in world domination and secretly dreams of becoming a superhero.

The series plays with superhero and supervillain tropes in a way that appeals to younger readers. Victor’s struggle between family loyalty and his own sense of right and wrong gives the books heart underneath all the jokes. With three books published between 2017 and 2019, the trilogy is a quick and entertaining read for kids who enjoy stories about underdogs and misfits.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the How to be a Supervillian series?

There are three books in the How to be a Supervillian series, published between 2017 and 2019.

What is the first book in the How to be a Supervillian series?

The first book in the How to be a Supervillian series is How to Be a Supervillain, published in 2017.

What is the How to Be a Supervillain series about?

The series follows Victor Spoil, a kid born into a long line of supervillains. Despite his family’s expectations, Victor would rather do good than cause chaos. The books mix humor with themes of identity and standing up for what you believe in, even when your family has other plans.

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