Book Series · 16 Books

Descendants Books

In order from The Isle of the Lost to Paint This Town Red.

The Descendants series is a set of 16 chapter books by Melissa de la Cruz, published between 2015 and 2024. Written for ages 5–12, most books run about 190 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1697

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015

The Isle of the Lost

By Melissa de la Cruz

A quest for a cursed relic tests the true nature of villainous heirs.

311 pages· 62,693 words· Est. 7 hour read

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Summary: On the Isle of the Lost, Mal, daughter of Maleficent, seeks the Dragon's Eye, a cursed relic promising true darkness. With a plan and reluctant allies, she ventures into a forbidden fortress. But as they face the curse's peril, these young heirs of evil question if their legacy defines them. Can they defy their dark roots, or will the quest seal their fate? Discover if being good is truly so bad in this thrilling adventure.

In reading order

Descendants Series

16 books · Published 2015–2024

#1 in Series

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$1697

The Isle of the Lost

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015

A quest for a cursed relic tests the true nature of villainous heirs.

#2 in Series

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$1697

Return to the Isle of the Lost

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Threatening messages lure reformed villains back to a sinister island. Can they uncover the truth before it's too late?

#3 in Series

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$1697

Rise of the Isle of the Lost

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2017

A race to find King Triton's trident pits old rivals against each other with Auradon's fate at stake.

#4 in Series

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$1697

Escape from the Isle of the Lost

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019

A revenge-fueled battle threatens the fate of Auradon and the Isle.

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$958

Mal's Diary

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Unlock Mal's secret world through her hidden diary entries.

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$1248

Mal's Spell Book

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015

A spell book reveals secrets and challenges for villains' kids at Auradon Prep.

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$1248

Mal's Spell Book II

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

A spell book falls into the wrong hands, unleashing chaos in Auradon. Can the villain kids save the day?

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$1248

Evie's Fashion Book

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2017

Discover Evie's journey from the Isle to Auradon, where dreams and fashion collide.

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Graphic Nov.

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$1248

The Isle of the Lost (Graphic Novel)

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

A quest for a cursed relic tests the children of villains on the Isle of the Lost.

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$1049

Descendants 3

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019

A villainous daughter of Maleficent navigates her life in Auradon and confronts various challenges, including her own destiny and the evil plans of others

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$474

Stronger Together

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Villain Kids must break a sleeping spell threatening Auradon.

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$1248

The Magic of Friendship

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2020

Can villains teach the true meaning of friendship and loyalty?

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$1797

Beyond the Isle of the Lost

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Red rebels against her mother's rule in Wonderland, sparking chaos and change.

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$574

Paint This Town Red

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2024

A rebellious daughter must stop a coup and save her future.

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$858

The Rise of Red

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

A rebellious daughter must stop her mother's revenge against a magical kingdom.

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$1398

The World of Auradon

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Uncover secrets of Auradon and the Isle in this Descendants guide.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Descendants series?

There are 16 books in the Descendants series. It began with The Isle of the Lost in 2015, and the newest book, Paint This Town Red, was published in 2024.