Book Series · 3 Books

Caraval Books

In order from Caraval to Finale.

The Caraval series is a set of 3 chapter books by Stephanie Garber, published between 2016 and 2019. Written for ages 13–18, most books run about 450 pages.

Caraval

Legendary

Finale

Caraval

Finale

Caraval

Legendary

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Caraval

Sale price

$1139

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2016

Caraval

By Stephanie Garber

A sister's disappearance in a magical game blurs reality and illusion. Can Scarlett save her before time runs out?

418 pages· 88,240 words· Est. 8 hour read

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Summary: Scarlett's life on a secluded island is upended when her sister, Tella, is kidnapped during the enigmatic Caraval—a magical competition where reality and illusion intertwine. With only five nights to find Tella, Scarlett must navigate a world of deception and danger, questioning what is real and what is mere performance. As the stakes rise, Scarlett faces a race against time to save her sister before she vanishes forever. Will she unravel the mysteries of Caraval, or will she be swept away by its enchanting allure?

In reading order

Caraval Series

3 books · Published 2016–2019

#1

Caraval

Sale price

$1139

Caraval

Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2016

A sister's disappearance in a magical game blurs reality and illusion. Can Scarlett save her before time runs out?

#2

Legendary

Sale price

$1994

Legendary

Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2018

A dangerous game, a secret name, and a life-altering choice. Can she win it all?

#3

Finale

Sale price

$1994

Finale

Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2019

Tella faces a choice between trust and betrayal as empires and hearts hang in the balance.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Caraval series?

There are 3 books in the Caraval series. It began with Caraval in 2016, and the newest book, Finale, was published in 2019.

What order should you read the Caraval books in?

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

What ages are the Caraval books best for?

The series is best for ages 13–18, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Caraval book is the longest?

Finale (Book #3) is the longest book in the series at 105,649 words (478 pages).

Which Caraval book is the shortest?

Caraval (Book #1) is the shortest at 88,240 words (418 pages).

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Caraval to life.

Stephanie Garber

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