Book Series · 3 Books

Giver Quartet Books

In order from The Giver to Son.

The Giver Quartet series is a set of 3 chapter books by Lois Lowry, published between 1993 and 2012. Written for ages 10–17, most books run about 270 pages. Subjects across the series include memory and values and virtues.

The Giver
El dador
Son
The Giver
El dador
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Giver
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$1899
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 1993

The Giver

By Lois Lowry

A boy uncovers dark secrets in his perfect world.

246 pages· 43,655 words· Est. 4 hour read
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Hardcover
Summary: In a world of conformity, twelve-year-old Jonas is chosen as the Receiver of Memory, unveiling the hidden truths of his seemingly perfect community. As he learns the dark secrets that underpin his society, Jonas faces a choice that could change everything. What will he do with the knowledge that could shatter his world? Discover the haunting journey of discovery and courage in this modern classic.
In reading order

Giver Quartet Series

3 books · Published 1993–2012

#1
The Giver
#1 in Series
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$1899

The Giver

Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 1993

A boy uncovers dark secrets in his perfect world.

El dador
Series
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$1499

El dador

Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 1993

In a perfect world, a boy uncovers dark secrets and faces a life-changing choice.

#4
Son
#4 in Series
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$1697

Son

Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2012

A mother defies a colorless world to find her stolen son, risking everything for love.

From the same world

In-Universe Books

1 book · Published 2019

The Giver (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
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$1498

The Giver (Graphic Novel)

Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2019

A boy uncovers dark secrets in his perfect world, challenging everything he knows.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Giver Quartet series?

There are 3 books in the Giver Quartet series. It began with The Giver in 1993, and the newest book, Son, was published in 2012.

What order should you read the Giver Quartet books in?

Start with The Giver and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Giver Quartet books best for?

The series is best for ages 10–17, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Giver Quartet book is the longest?

Son (Book #4) is the longest book in the series at 76,255 words (393 pages).

Which Giver Quartet book is the shortest?

The Giver (Book #1) is the shortest at 43,655 words (246 pages).

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Giver Quartet to life.

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Lois Lowry

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