Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | In Dunkelheit geboren | 2015 | Julie Plec | N/A |
| 2 | The Rise | 2015 | Julie Plec | Buy |
| 3 | In Liebe vereint | 2015 | Julie Plec | N/A |
| 4 | The Loss | 2015 | Julie Plec | Buy |
| 5 | The Resurrection | 2015 | Julie Plec | Buy |
The Originals novels follow the Mikaelson family as they navigate power struggles, old rivalries, and supernatural threats in New Orleans. The books expand on the mythology established in the TV show, filling in gaps in the family’s long history.
Each book adds new layers to characters like Klaus, Elijah, and Rebekah Mikaelson, placing them in conflicts that test their loyalty to one another. Fans of the show will find familiar settings and tensions, while new readers get a self-contained story of an ancient vampire family trying to hold on to their city.