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Gods of Manhattan Books

In order from Gods of Manhattan to The Sorcerer's Secret.

The Gods of Manhattan series is a set of 2 chapter books by Scott Mebus, published between 2008 and 2010. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 380 pages.

Gods of Manhattan
The Sorcerer's Secret
Gods of Manhattan
Gods of Manhattan
The Sorcerer's Secret
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Gods of Manhattan
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2008

Gods of Manhattan

By Scott Mebus

A boy sees a hidden city in Manhattan, facing danger and a chance to right a great wrong.

340 pages· 85,648 words· Est. 12 hour read
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Summary: Rory Hennessy, a thirteen-year-old from New York, discovers Mannahatta, a hidden spirit city alongside Manhattan. Populated by legendary figures like Babe Ruth and Alexander Hamilton, this world is both wondrous and perilous. Rory's newfound ability to see Mannahatta attracts dangerous enemies, and he must navigate a treacherous path to free the enslaved and correct a historic injustice. As Rory grapples with his mission, he questions whether his gift is a blessing or a curse. Will he succeed in his quest, or will the city's secrets consume him?
In reading order

Gods of Manhattan Series

2 books · Published 2008–2010

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#1 in Series
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Gods of Manhattan

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2008

A boy sees a hidden city in Manhattan, facing danger and a chance to right a great wrong.

#3

The Sorcerer's Secret

Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2010

A brewing war threatens Mannahatta. Can Rory prevent chaos between worlds?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Gods of Manhattan series?

There are 2 books in the Gods of Manhattan series. It began with Gods of Manhattan in 2008, and the newest book, The Sorcerer's Secret, was published in 2010.

What order should you read the Gods of Manhattan books in?

Start with Gods of Manhattan and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Gods of Manhattan books best for?

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

Which Gods of Manhattan book is the longest?

The Sorcerer's Secret (Book #3) is the longest book in the series at 98,273 words (384 pages).

Which Gods of Manhattan book is the shortest?

Gods of Manhattan (Book #1) is the shortest at 85,648 words (340 pages).

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