Matthew J. Kirby Standalone Novels books in order

Matthew J. Kirby Standalone Novels collects five original middle-grade novels including the Edgar Award-winning Icefall, published between 2010 and 2023.
Series · Middle Grade · Fantasy · Historical Fiction

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Clockwork Three 2010 Matthew J. Kirby Buy
2 Icefall 2011 Matthew J. Kirby Buy
3 The Lost Kingdom 2013 Matthew J. Kirby Buy
4 A Taste for Monsters 2016 Matthew J. Kirby Buy
5 Star Splitter 2023 Matthew J. Kirby Buy

Matthew J. Kirby’s five standalone novels showcase his range as a middle-grade author. The Clockwork Three (2010) is a steampunk adventure, Icefall (2011) is a Viking-era mystery that won the Edgar Award, The Lost Kingdom (2013) blends frontier history with fantasy, A Taste for Monsters (2016) is a Gothic tale set in Victorian London, and Star Splitter (2023) ventures into science fiction.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Matthew J. Kirby Standalone Novels series?

There are five books in the Matthew J. Kirby Standalone Novels series, published between 2010 and 2023.

What is the first book in the Matthew J. Kirby Standalone Novels series?

The first book in the Matthew J. Kirby Standalone Novels series is The Clockwork Three, published in 2010.

Which Matthew J. Kirby novel should I start with?

Icefall (2011), winner of the Edgar Award for Best Juvenile Mystery, is a standout — a suspenseful story set in a Viking-era ice cave. The Clockwork Three (2010) is another popular choice for its steampunk adventure.

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