Book Series · 2 Books

The Silver Arrow Books

In order from The Silver Arrow to The Golden Swift.

The Silver Arrow
The Golden Swift
The Silver Arrow
The Silver Arrow
The Golden Swift
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Silver Arrow
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

The Silver Arrow

By Lev Grossman

A birthday gift steam locomotive whisks siblings on a magical, world-saving adventure.

272 pages· 36,046 words· Est. 5 hour read
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Summary: Kate's mundane life takes a wild turn when her mysterious Uncle Herbert gifts her a colossal steam locomotive for her birthday. With her brother Tom, she embarks on a journey aboard the Silver Arrow, traveling through magical lands with talking animals. As they navigate this thrilling adventure, the siblings must rely on their wits and courage. Can they uncover the secrets of the Silver Arrow and perhaps even save the world? Join Kate and Tom as they discover the wonders and challenges of a world beyond their imagination, where every turn of the track brings new surprises.
In reading order

The Silver Arrow Series

2 books · Published 2020–2022

#1

The Silver Arrow

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

A birthday gift steam locomotive whisks siblings on a magical, world-saving adventure.

#2

The Golden Swift

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Kate's unsanctioned train mission uncovers a rival with mysterious motives. Can she restore balance before it's too late?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Silver Arrow series?

There are 2 books in the Silver Arrow series. It began with The Silver Arrow in 2020, and the newest book, The Golden Swift, was published in 2022.

What order should you read the Silver Arrow books in?

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

What ages are the Silver Arrow books best for?

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

Which Silver Arrow book is the longest?

The Golden Swift is the longest book in the series at 38,451 words (272 pages).

Which Silver Arrow book is the shortest?

The Silver Arrow is the shortest at 36,046 words (272 pages).

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Silver Arrow to life.

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Lev Grossman

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