The Circle Opens books in order

Q: "How many books are in the The Circle Opens series?"

"There are four books in the The Circle Opens series, published between 2000 and 2003."

Q: "What is the first book in the The Circle Opens series?"

"The first book in the The Circle Opens series is Magic Steps, published in 2000."

Q: "Do I need to read Circle of Magic before The Circle Opens?"

"Yes, The Circle Opens follows the same four characters from Circle of Magic as they take on their own students, so reading the original quartet first is recommended."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Magic Steps	2000	Tamora Pierce	Buy
2	Street Magic	2001	Tamora Pierce	Buy
3	Cold Fire	2002	Tamora Pierce	Buy
4	Shatterglass	2003	Tamora Pierce	Buy

The Circle Opens by Tamora Pierce continues the Circle of Magic story with the four young mages now old enough to teach. Magic Steps (2000), Street Magic (2001), Cold Fire (2002), and Shatterglass (2003) each follow a different member of the quartet as they encounter students with unusual powers.

The series shifts from learning to teaching, with each protagonist mentoring a young person whose magic mirrors their own specialty. The four books were published at a pace of one per year.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the The Circle Opens series?

There are four books in the The Circle Opens series, published between 2000 and 2003.

What is the first book in the The Circle Opens series?

The first book in the The Circle Opens series is Magic Steps, published in 2000.

Do I need to read Circle of Magic before The Circle Opens?

Yes, The Circle Opens follows the same four characters from Circle of Magic as they take on their own students, so reading the original quartet first is recommended.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order