How many books has Kevin Sands written?

Kevin Sands has written 9 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 2015 to 2023.

What is the first book in each Kevin Sands series?

Here are the first books in Kevin Sands's series: The Blackthorn Key: The Blackthorn Key; Thieves of Shadow: Children of the Fox.

What order should I read Kevin Sands's books?

We recommend reading Kevin Sands's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.

Kevin Sands Reading Order

2 series · 9 books

Action & Adventure Fantasy Mystery & Thriller Young Adult

Kevin Sands is a Canadian author who crafts action-packed fantasy and mystery stories for young adult readers. He is best known for The Blackthorn Key series, a collection of adventure-filled mysteries that launched his career in 2015, followed by the Thieves of Shadow series beginning in 2021. Across both series, Sands has published nine books that blend intricate puzzles, thrilling escapades, and immersive world-building.

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The Blackthorn Key Series

Likely Complete

6 books (2015–2023)

The Blackthorn Key is a six-book young adult fantasy mystery series by Kevin Sands, published between 2015 and 2023. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Blackthorn Key and concluding with The Raven's Revenge. Combining mystery, thriller, and adventure elements, the complete series spans action-packed stories that build across its installments.

Start with The Blackthorn Key, the first of 6 books in the The Blackthorn Key series.

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1	The Blackthorn Key 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Mark of the Plague 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Assassin's Curse 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Call of the Wraith 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Traitor's Blade 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	The Raven's Revenge 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Thieves of Shadow Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2021–2023)

Kevin Sands' Thieves of Shadow trilogy consists of three fantasy-mystery adventure novels published between 2021 and 2023. The series, which appears to be complete, follows the same cast of characters across all three installments and should be read in publication order beginning with Children of the Fox, followed by Seekers of the Fox and Champions of the Fox. This young adult series combines fantasy worldbuilding with mystery and action elements throughout its narrative arc.

Start with Children of the Fox and read in order.

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