Book Series · 2 Books

Damar Books

In order from The Blue Sword to The Hero and the Crown.

The Damar series is a set of 2 chapter books by Robin McKinley, published between 1982 and 1984. Written for ages 10–15, most books run about 270 pages. Subjects across the series include heritage and the desert.

The Blue Sword
The Hero and the Crown
The Blue Sword
The Blue Sword
The Hero and the Crown
About the series

What's Damar About?

Two related fantasy novels set in Damar: The Blue Sword and its centuries-earlier prequel, The Hero and the Crown.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Blue Sword
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$858
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 1982

The Blue Sword

By Robin McKinley

An orphan discovers her destiny as a legendary warrior in a magical desert kingdom.

272 pages· 101,620 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
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Summary: Harry Crewe, an orphan in the desert land of Damar, is thrust into a world of magic and destiny when the enigmatic King Corlath recognizes her hidden potential. As she becomes Harimad-sol, the King's Rider, she must wield the legendary Blue Sword, Gonturan, a weapon untouched by women since the time of Lady Aerin. Can Harry embrace her newfound power and fulfill a destiny she never imagined? In a land where magic and reality intertwine, her journey will challenge everything she knows about herself and the world around her.
In reading order

Damar Series

2 books · Published 1982–1984

#1
#1 in Series
Sale price
$858

The Blue Sword

Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 1982

An orphan discovers her destiny as a legendary warrior in a magical desert kingdom.

#2

The Hero and the Crown

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1984

A princess battles a dragon and uncovers her true destiny in a land of magic and betrayal.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Damar series?

There are 2 books in the Damar series. It began with The Blue Sword in 1982, and the newest book, The Hero and the Crown, was published in 1984.

What order should you read the Damar books in?

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

What ages are the Damar books best for?

The series is best for ages 10–15, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Damar book is the longest?

The Blue Sword (Book #1) is the longest book in the series at 101,620 words (272 pages).

Which Damar book is the shortest?

The Hero and the Crown (Book #2) is the shortest at 87,370 words (246 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The people who bring Damar to life.

01

Robin McKinley

Author
02

David M. Johnston

Illustrator

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