Book Series · 6 Books

The Mistmantle Chronicles Books

In order from Urchin of the Riding Stars to Tales of Mistmantle.

The Mistmantle Chronicles series is a set of 6 chapter books by M.I. McAllister, published between 2005 and 2025. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 300 pages.

Urchin of the Riding Stars
Urchin and the Heartstone
The Heir of Mistmantle
Urchin and the Raven War
Urchin and the Rage Tide
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Urchin of the Riding Stars
Sale price
$1795
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2005

Urchin of the Riding Stars

By M.I. McAllister

Island of Mistmantle: a battle of heroes, villains, and secrets.

282 pages· 66,648 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
Hardcover
Summary: On the island of Mistmantle, a young squirrel faces a web of murder and treachery. As alliances shift and secrets unravel, can he navigate the perilous path of revenge? Discover a world where woodland creatures are embroiled in epic battles, echoing the timeless tales of Watership Down and The Wind in the Willows. Will the island's peace be restored, or will darkness prevail?
In reading order

The Mistmantle Chronicles Series

6 books · Published 2005–2025

#1
Urchin of the Riding Stars
#1 in Series
Sale price
$1795

Urchin of the Riding Stars

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2005

Island of Mistmantle: a battle of heroes, villains, and secrets.

Urchin and the Heartstone
Series
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$1597

Urchin and the Heartstone

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2006

A storm-ravaged ship threatens Mistmantle's peace, revealing secrets and dangers that could change everything.

#3
The Heir of Mistmantle
#3 in Series
Sale price
$1597

The Heir of Mistmantle

Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2007

A princess vanishes, a mysterious illness spreads, and whispers of an old enemy haunt Mistmantle.

#4
Urchin and the Raven War
#4 in Series
Sale price
$1597

Urchin and the Raven War

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2008

Ravens invade, threatening an island's peace. Can courage and cunning save them?

#5
Urchin and the Rage Tide
#5 in Series
Sale price
$1597

Urchin and the Rage Tide

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2009

Tidal waves threaten Mistmantle; can Urchin stop a power-hungry squirrel's dangerous plans?

#6
Tales of Mistmantle
#6 in Series
Sale price
$1597

Tales of Mistmantle

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

A voyager seeks unknown animals in a quest unlike any before.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Mistmantle Chronicles series?

There are 6 books in the Mistmantle Chronicles series. It began with Urchin of the Riding Stars in 2005, and the newest book, Tales of Mistmantle, was published in 2025.

What order should you read the Mistmantle Chronicles books in?

Start with Urchin of the Riding Stars and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #6.

What ages are the Mistmantle Chronicles books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Mistmantle Chronicles to life.

01

M.I. McAllister

Author
02

Christine Enright

Illustrator
03

Janna Mattia

Illustrator

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