Book Series · 3 Books

The Library Books

In order from Surrender the Key to Oracle of Doom.

The Library series is a set of 3 chapter books by D.J. MacHale, published between 2016 and 2018. Written for ages 9–12, most books run about 300 pages.

Surrender the Key
Black Moon Rising
Oracle of Doom
Surrender the Key
Black Moon Rising
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Surrender the Key
Sale price
$759
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Surrender the Key

By D.J. MacHale

Unlock a library of unfinished tales where stories can turn deadly.

272 pages· 46,713 words· Est. 5 hour read
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Summary: Marcus and his friends discover a key to a mysterious library filled with unfinished stories. Haunted by strange figures and cryptic warnings, they must solve the puzzles before time runs out. Will they uncover the truth, or will the stories finish them first?
In reading order

The Library Series

3 books · Published 2016–2018

#1
Surrender the Key
#1 in Series
Sale price
$759

Surrender the Key

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Unlock a library of unfinished tales where stories can turn deadly.

#2
Black Moon Rising
#2 in Series
Sale price
$759

Black Moon Rising

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2017

Unfinished tales, mysterious accidents, and a rising black moon. Can Marcus stop the danger?

Oracle of Doom
Series
Sale price
$1597

Oracle of Doom

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018

A fortune-telling machine predicts doom. Can Marcus change fate before it's too late?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Library series?

There are 3 books in the Library series. It began with Surrender the Key in 2016, and the newest book, Oracle of Doom, was published in 2018.

What order should you read the Library books in?

Start with Surrender the Key and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Library books best for?

The series is best for ages 9–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Library to life.

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D.J. MacHale

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