Book Series · 2 Books

The Cay Books

In order from The Cay to Timothy of the Cay.

The Cay series is a set of 2 chapter books by Theodore Taylor, published between 1969 and 1993. Written for ages 10–15, most books run about 160 pages. Subjects across the series include blindness, shipwrecks, and prejudice and racism.

The Cay
Timothy of the Cay
The Cay
The Cay
Timothy of the Cay
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Cay
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$759
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 1969

The Cay

By Theodore Taylor

Stranded at sea, a boy must rely on an unlikely ally to survive and see beyond prejudice.

160 pages· 26,482 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Summary: Phillip's world turns upside down when his ship is torpedoed, leaving him stranded on a raft with only a cat and an old West Indian, Timothy. As they drift to a deserted island, Phillip's blindness forces him to depend on Timothy, challenging his ingrained prejudices. Can Phillip learn to trust and survive in this harsh new reality, or will his past beliefs be his downfall? Discover a gripping tale of survival, friendship, and the true meaning of seeing beyond the surface.
In reading order

The Cay Series

2 books · Published 1969–1993

#1
The Cay
#1 in Series
Sale price
$759

The Cay

Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 1969

Stranded at sea, a boy must rely on an unlikely ally to survive and see beyond prejudice.

Timothy of the Cay
Series
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$958

Timothy of the Cay

Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1993

Stranded after a shipwreck, two unlikely allies must survive and find hope on a deserted cay.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Cay series?

There are 2 books in the Cay series. It began with The Cay in 1969, and the newest book, Timothy of the Cay, was published in 1993.

What order should you read the Cay books in?

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

What ages are the Cay books best for?

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

Which Cay book is the longest?

Timothy of the Cay is the longest book in the series at 34,179 words (161 pages).

Which Cay book is the shortest?

The Cay (Book #1) is the shortest at 26,482 words (160 pages).

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Theodore Taylor

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