Keeper of the Lost Cities books in order

The complete reading order for the Keeper of the Lost Cities series by Shannon Messenger, a middle grade fantasy about Sophie Foster, an elf with powerful abilities navigating a hidden magical world.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Keeper of the Lost Cities 2012 Shannon Messenger Buy
2 Strażniczka 2012 Shannon Messenger N/A
3 Exile 2013 Shannon Messenger Buy
4 Everblaze 2014 Shannon Messenger Buy
5 Neverseen 2015 Shannon Messenger Buy
6 Lodestar 2016 Shannon Messenger Buy
7 Nightfall 2017 Shannon Messenger Buy
8 Nocturna 2017 Shannon Messenger N/A
9 Bonus Keefe Story - Shannon Messenger N/A
10 Flashback 2018 Shannon Messenger Buy
11 Legacy 2019 Shannon Messenger Buy
12 Unlocked 2020 Shannon Messenger Buy
13 Stellarlune 2022 Shannon Messenger Buy
14 Unraveled 2024 Shannon Messenger Buy
15 Untitled - Shannon Messenger N/A

Keeper of the Lost Cities begins when twelve-year-old Sophie Foster, who has been reading minds for as long as she can remember, meets a boy named Fitz who tells her she is actually an elf. Sophie is whisked away to the Lost Cities, a hidden elven world far more advanced than the human one. But fitting in is harder than she expected, and Sophie soon finds herself caught up in dangerous secrets involving a mysterious group called the Neverseen.

As the series goes on, the stakes grow along with Sophie’s powers. She gains new abilities, makes loyal friends, and faces threats that put the entire elven world at risk. The books mix fantasy worldbuilding with school-story elements, friendship drama, and mysteries that keep readers guessing. With fifteen books in the main series, there is plenty of story for fans who like to get lost in a long-running fantasy world.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series?

There are fifteen books in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series, published between 2012 and 2024.

What is the first book in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series?

The first book in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series is Keeper of the Lost Cities, published in 2012.

Do you need to read Keeper of the Lost Cities in order?

Yes, the Keeper of the Lost Cities books should be read in publication order. Each book builds directly on the events of the previous one, with ongoing plot threads and character development that carry through the whole series.

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