Book Series · 2 Books

Breadwinner Books

In order from The Breadwinner to Mud City.

The Breadwinner series is a set of 2 chapter books by Deborah Ellis, published between 2000 and 2003. Written for ages 10–14, most books run about 170 pages.

The Breadwinner
Mud City
The Breadwinner
The Breadwinner
Mud City
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Breadwinner
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$1139
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2000

The Breadwinner

By Deborah Ellis

A girl disguises as a boy to save her family under Taliban rule.

152 pages· 28,510 words· Est. 3 hour read
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Summary: In Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, young Parvana faces a dire choice when her father is arrested. With her family on the brink of starvation, she must disguise herself as a boy to become their sole provider. As Parvana navigates a world of danger and deception, will her courage be enough to keep her family alive? Discover a tale of resilience and hope in the face of oppression.
In reading order

Breadwinner Series

2 books · Published 2000–2003

#1
The Breadwinner
#1 in Series
Sale price
$1139

The Breadwinner

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2000

A girl disguises as a boy to save her family under Taliban rule.

#3
Mud City
#3 in Series
Sale price
$1139

Mud City

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2003

A refugee girl risks everything on the streets to chase her dream of freedom.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Breadwinner series?

There are 2 books in the Breadwinner series. It began with The Breadwinner in 2000, and the newest book, Mud City, was published in 2003.

What order should you read the Breadwinner books in?

Start with The Breadwinner and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Breadwinner books best for?

The series is best for ages 10–14, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Breadwinner book is the longest?

The Breadwinner (Book #1) is the longest book in the series at 28,510 words (152 pages).

Which Breadwinner book is the shortest?

Mud City (Book #3) is the shortest at 26,734 words (168 pages).

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The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Breadwinner to life.

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Deborah Ellis

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