Peter and the Starcatchers books in order

Peter and the Starcatchers is a five-book middle grade adventure series co-written by Ridley Pearson and Dave Barry, reimagining the origin story of Peter Pan.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Peter and the Starcatchers 2004 Ridley Pearson Buy
2 Peter and the Shadow Thieves 2006 Ridley Pearson Buy
3 Peter and the Secret of Rundoon 2007 Ridley Pearson Buy
4 Peter and the Sword of Mercy 2009 Ridley Pearson Buy
5 The Bridge to Never Land 2011 Ridley Pearson Buy

Peter and the Starcatchers reimagines how Peter Pan came to be. Co-written by Ridley Pearson and Dave Barry, the series explains how an unnamed orphan boy gained his powers, how he arrived in Never Land, and how Captain Hook became his enemy. It is an origin story told with humor and genuine adventure.

The five books were published between 2004 and 2011. The collaboration between Pearson and Barry works well – Pearson brings the plotting and Barry brings the wit. The series was adapted into a Tony-winning Broadway play, which introduced the story to an even wider audience.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Peter and the Starcatchers series?

There are five books in the Peter and the Starcatchers series, published between 2004 and 2011.

What is the first book in the Peter and the Starcatchers series?

The first book in the Peter and the Starcatchers series is Peter and the Starcatchers, published in 2004.

Do I need to read Peter and the Starcatchers in order?

Yes. The series tells a continuous origin story for Peter Pan, starting with how an orphan boy ends up on a mysterious island and gains the ability to fly. Read from Peter and the Starcatchers through The Bridge to Never Land.

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