Move to Pine Mountain with Arlo
Start with Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire, which introduces Blue Patrol and the rules and dangers of the Long Woods.
Book Series · 3 Books
Arlo Finch Books
In order from Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire to Arlo Finch in the Kingdom of Shadows.
A completed middle-grade fantasy trilogy about a boy who moves to Pine Mountain, joins a Ranger patrol, and discovers that ancient dark forces are hiding beyond the familiar forest.
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Reading order
How to Read the Arlo Finch Books
Read the three novels in order, from Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire through Arlo Finch in the Kingdom of Shadows. The secrets of the Long Woods, Arlo's family, and his Ranger patrol build directly toward the conclusion.
Sources: Macmillan's official Arlo Finch series, Macmillan's official conclusion page.
For parents
What Parents Should Know
The books mix everyday concerns about moving, fitting in, friendship, and an absent father with dark magical forces, threatening spirits, trolls and other creatures, frightening pursuit, injuries, and life-or-death choices. The Ranger patrol gives Arlo a supportive team even as the supernatural stakes rise.
Where to start
Where Should My Child Start?
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
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$858
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018
Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire
By John August
A boy discovers magic and danger in a mysterious forest, testing his courage and loyalty.
352 pages
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Summary: New to Pine Mountain, Arlo Finch stumbles into a world of magic and peril. As he joins the Rangers, he learns to wield wild magic from the Long Woods. But dark forces are watching, and Arlo must navigate a treacherous path that challenges his loyalty, bravery, and truth. Can he uncover the secrets of this enchanted realm before it's too late?
In reading order
Arlo Finch Series
3 books · Published 2018–2020
#1
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$858
Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018
A boy discovers magic and danger in a mysterious forest, testing his courage and loyalty.
#2
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$1899
Arlo Finch in the Lake of the Moon
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019
Arlo Finch uncovers family secrets and ancient spirits at a mysterious summer camp.
#3
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$858
Arlo Finch in the Kingdom of Shadows
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020
Arlo must choose: save his family or the magical Long Woods.
Good to know
Common Questions
How many books are in the Arlo Finch series?
There are 3 books in the Arlo Finch series. It began with Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire in 2018, and the newest book, Arlo Finch in the Kingdom of Shadows, was published in 2020.
What order should you read the Arlo Finch books in?
Start with Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.
What ages are the Arlo Finch books best for?
The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
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