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John Flanagan

John Flanagan Reading Order

6 series · 34 books · Born 1944-05-22

FantasyMystery & ThrillerYoung Adult

John Flanagan is an Australian author who has built a devoted following with his medieval fantasy adventures centered on skilled apprentices and band-based camaraderie. His sprawling Ranger's Apprentice universe, which includes the Brotherband Chronicles and multiple prequel series, has captivated young adult readers with intricate worldbuilding and coming-of-age narratives spanning decades of fictional history. Across more than three decades of publishing, Flanagan has crafted accessible fantasy that blends action, mystery, and character development with meticulous attention to detail.

Brotherband Chronicles Series

Likely Complete

9 books (2011–2022)

Start with The Outcasts / Brotherband, the first of 9 books in the Brotherband Chronicles series.

Start this series with The Outcasts / Brotherband

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1
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The Outcasts / Brotherband
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Cover of The Hunters
3
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The Invaders
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Scorpion Mountain
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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Slaves of Socorro
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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The Ghostfaces
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
Cover of The Caldera
8
Return of the Temujai
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
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The Stern Chase
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Jesse Parker Mystery Series

Complete

2 books (2009–2010)

Start with Storm Peak and read in order.

Start this series with Storm Peak

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1
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2
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Avalanche Pass
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Ranger's Apprentice Series

Complete

13 books (2004–2017)

Start with The Ruins of Gorlan, the first of 13 books in the Ranger's Apprentice series.

Start this series with The Ruins of Gorlan

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1
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The Ruins of Gorlan
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Burning Bridge
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Icebound Land
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Battle for Skandia / Oakleaf Bearers
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
The Siege of Macindaw
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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The Sorcerer of the North / The Sorcerer in the North
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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Erak's Ransom
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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The Kings of Clonmel
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
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Halt's Peril
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
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The Emperor of Nihon-Ja
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
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The Lost Stories
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
Death of a Hero
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
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The Beast from Another Time
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Ranger's Apprentice: The Royal Ranger Series

Ongoing

7 books (2013–2024)

Start with The Royal Ranger, the first of 7 books in the Ranger's Apprentice: The Royal Ranger series.

Start this series with The Royal Ranger

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1
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The Royal Ranger
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Duel at Araluen
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Red Fox Clan
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Missing Prince
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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Escape from Falaise
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Arazan Wolves
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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Ambush at Sorato
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Ranger’s Apprentice: The Early Years Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2016)

Start with The Tournament at Gorlan and read in order.

Start this series with The Tournament at Gorlan

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1
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The Tournament at Gorlan
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Battle of Hackham Heath
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2015–2015)

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1
The Grey Raider
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has John Flanagan written?
John Flanagan has written 34 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2004 to 2024.
What is the first book in each John Flanagan series?
Here are the first books in John Flanagan's series: Brotherband Chronicles: The Outcasts / Brotherband; Jesse Parker Mystery: Storm Peak; Ranger's Apprentice: The Ruins of Gorlan; Ranger's Apprentice: The Royal Ranger: The Royal Ranger; Ranger’s Apprentice: The Early Years: The Tournament at Gorlan.
What order should I read John Flanagan's books?
We recommend reading John Flanagan's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is John Flanagan still writing new books?
Yes, John Flanagan has 1 ongoing series: Ranger's Apprentice: The Royal Ranger.

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