Book Series · 7 Books

The Famous Five Books

In order from Five Go Adventuring Again to Five Are Together Again.

The Famous Five series is a set of 7 chapter books by Enid Blyton, published between 1943 and 1997. Written for ages 7–11, most books run about 190 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1211

Book #2 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1943

Five Go Adventuring Again

A thief lurks at Kirrin Cottage. Can the Famous Five uncover the truth?

192 pages

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Summary: When a thief strikes at Kirrin Cottage, the Famous Five—Julian, Dick, George, Anne, and Timmy the dog—must unravel the mystery. Armed with an old map and a peculiar hiding place, they race against time to find evidence and reveal the real culprit. Will their sleuthing skills be enough to solve the case, or will the thief outsmart them? Dive into this classic adventure filled with suspense and unexpected twists as the Five embark on a quest to protect their home and uncover the truth.

In reading order

The Famous Five Series

7 books · Published 1943–1997

#2 in Series

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$1211

Five Go Adventuring Again

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1943

A thief lurks at Kirrin Cottage. Can the Famous Five uncover the truth?

#5 in Series

Five Go Off in a Caravan

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1946

A caravan holiday turns dangerous when a circus hides sinister secrets.

#6 in Series

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$789

Five on Kirrin Island Again

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1947

Uncle Quentin's secretive project on Kirrin Island draws mysterious watchers. Can the Famous Five uncover the truth?

#16

#16 in Series

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$789

Five Go to Billycock Hill

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1957

A pilot vanishes with secrets. Is he a spy? The Five must uncover the truth.

#8 in Series

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$789

Five Get Into Trouble

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1997

Kidnapped and trapped, can they escape before it's too late?

#20

#20 in Series

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$750

Five Have a Mystery to Solve

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1997

A mysterious island beckons. Are they brave enough to uncover its secrets?

#21

#21 in Series

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$750

Five Are Together Again

Chapter Book · 1997

A scientist's research papers vanish. Can the Five uncover the thief?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Famous Five series?

There are 7 books in the Famous Five series. It began with Five Go Adventuring Again in 1943, and the newest book, Five Are Together Again, was published in 1997.