Book Series · 7 Books

Cirque Du Freak Books

In order from A Living Nightmare to Killers of the Dawn.

The Cirque Du Freak series is a set of 7 chapter books by Darren Shan, published between 2000 and 2003. Written for ages 10–17, most books run about 220 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1595

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2000

A Living Nightmare

By Darren Shan

A boy's pact with a vampire leads to a dark, twisted journey.

266 pages· 50,174 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

Hardcover

Summary: Darren Shan's life changes when he and his friend Steve attend the mysterious Cirque Du Freak. Mesmerized by the bizarre show, they stumble into a deadly trap. To save Steve, Darren must make a perilous deal with a vampire, plunging him into a world of danger and dark secrets. Can Darren navigate this treacherous path, or will the cost be too high? Discover the twists and turns of a journey that challenges loyalty and courage.

In reading order

Cirque Du Freak Series

7 books · Published 2000–2003

#1 in Series

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$1595

A Living Nightmare

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2000

A boy's pact with a vampire leads to a dark, twisted journey.

#4 in Series

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$1699

Vampire Mountain

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2001

A perilous journey to Vampire Mountain tests Darren's humanity and survival.

#12

#12 in Series

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$1699

Sons of Destiny

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2002

A deadly showdown decides the world's fate. Can destiny be tricked?

#6 in Series

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$1599

The Vampire Prince

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2002

Traitor Darren faces death and a Vampire Prince. Can he change his fate?

#8 in Series

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$1699

Allies of the Night

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2002

A vampire prince faces deadly foes and a haunting past as bodies pile up.

#9 in Series

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$1599

Killers of the Dawn

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2003

Vampires face a deadly battle as enemies close in. Can they survive the hunt?

#2 in Series

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$2328

The Vampire's Assistant

Chapter Book · Ages 13–17

A boy battles his vampire nature while destiny looms and danger awaits.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Cirque Du Freak series?

There are 7 books in the Cirque Du Freak series. It began with A Living Nightmare in 2000, and the newest book, Killers of the Dawn, was published in 2003.