Book Series · 5 Books

Guardians of Ga'hoole Books

In order from The Capture to To Be a King.

The Guardians of Ga'hoole series is a set of 5 chapter books by Kathryn Lasky, published between 2003 and 2013. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 230 pages.

The Capture
The Journey
The War of the Ember
Guardians of Ga'Hoole: The Rise of a Legend
To Be a King
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Capture
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2003

The Capture

Owls must escape a sinister orphanage and uncover a dark truth to save their world.

222 pages· 44,855 words· Est. 6 hour read
Paperback
Summary: In the peaceful forest of Tyto, young owl Soren is thrust into a perilous adventure when he's captured and taken to a sinister canyon. Dubbed an orphanage, this place hides dark secrets. With his friend Gylfie, Soren must learn to fly to escape. Their journey leads them to allies Twilight and Digger, and together, they uncover a threat that could destroy their world. Can these brave owls unravel the mystery and protect their home from looming evil? Embark on a thrilling quest where courage and friendship are the keys to survival.
In reading order

Guardians of Ga'hoole Series

5 books · Published 2003–2013

#1
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The Capture

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2003

Owls must escape a sinister orphanage and uncover a dark truth to save their world.

#2
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$799

The Journey

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2003

Owls embark on a perilous quest to confront evil and discover their true potential.

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To Be a King

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2006

A young king battles tyranny to forge a new era of peace.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Guardians of Ga'hoole series?

There are 5 books in the Guardians of Ga'hoole series. It began with The Capture in 2003, and the newest book, To Be a King, was published in 2006.

What order should you read the Guardians of Ga'hoole books in?

Start with The Capture and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #5.

What ages are the Guardians of Ga'hoole books best for?

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

Which Guardians of Ga'hoole book is the longest?

Guardians of Ga'Hoole: The Rise of a Legend (Book #16) is the longest book in the series at 59,296 words (304 pages).

Which Guardians of Ga'hoole book is the shortest?

To Be a King is the shortest at 41,195 words (206 pages).

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