Meet Michael and the Electroclan
Begin with The Prisoner of Cell 25. Later volumes depend heavily on earlier alliances and losses.
Book Series · 10 Books
Michael Vey Books
In order from The Prisoner of Cell 25 to The Colony.
Michael and the electrically powered Electroclan fight organizations determined to capture and control them in a fast-moving teen science-fiction thriller.
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Reading order
How to Read the Michael Vey Books
Read all ten books in numbered order. Books #1–7 form the original confrontation with the Elgen; books #8–10 resume the same characters several years later, and The Colony concludes the series.
Sources: Simon & Schuster's Michael Vey inventory, The Colony product page.
For parents
What Parents Should Know
Published for ages 12 and up, the series includes kidnapping, imprisonment, coercion, electrocution and torture threats, gun and combat violence, terrorism, and character deaths. Michael has Tourette syndrome; the story shows bullying and ableist treatment as well as a capable protagonist with the condition.
Where to start
Where Should a New Reader Start?
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2011
The Prisoner of Cell 25
A teen with electric powers uncovers a dangerous conspiracy threatening his life and others like him.
326 pages· 83,916 words· Est. 8 hour read
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Summary: Michael Vey appears ordinary, but his electric powers set him apart. When he discovers cheerleader Taylor shares his abilities, they, along with friend Ostin, delve into their origins. Their quest attracts a powerful group intent on controlling them. As Michael's mother is kidnapped, the stakes rise, forcing him to confront hunters and save others like him. Can Michael outsmart those who seek to exploit his powers, or will he fall into their grasp? This electrifying journey tests his courage, friendships, and the limits of his unique abilities.
In reading order
Michael Vey Series
10 books · Published 2011–2024
#1
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The Prisoner of Cell 25
Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2011
A teen with electric powers uncovers a dangerous conspiracy threatening his life and others like him.
#2
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Rise of the Elgen
Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2012
Michael races to save his mother and stop a global threat. Can he trust the mysterious voice guiding him?
#3
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Battle of the Ampere
Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2013
A teenager with electric powers must rescue his friends from an evil organization.
#4
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Hunt for Jade Dragon
Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2014
A group of teenagers with electric powers must rescue a young girl from the clutches of an evil organization.
#5
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Storm of Lightning
Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2015
The Electroclan faces betrayal and global domination threats. Can they survive?
#6
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Fall of Hades
Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2016
A daring heist on a floating treasury tests Michael and his friends' survival.
#7
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The Final Spark
Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2017
Michael is missing. Can the Electroclan stop Hatch's world domination plan?
#8
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The Parasite
Chapter Book · Ages 11–16 · 2022
A new, more powerful threat challenges Michael and the Electroclan's peace.
#9
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The Traitor
Chapter Book · 2023
Betrayal and danger loom as the Electroclan races to save a captured ally from a former friend turned enemy.
#10
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The Colony
Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2024
A daring rescue mission pits heroes against powerful foes in a final showdown.
Good to know
Common Questions
How many books are in the Michael Vey series?
There are 10 books in the Michael Vey series. It began with The Prisoner of Cell 25 in 2011, and the newest book, The Colony, was published in 2024.
What order should you read the Michael Vey books in?
Start with The Prisoner of Cell 25 and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #10.
What ages are the Michael Vey books best for?
The series is best for ages 11–17, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
Which Michael Vey book is the longest?
The Colony (Book #10) is the longest book in the series at 88,399 words (352 pages).
Which Michael Vey book is the shortest?
Storm of Lightning (Book #5) is the shortest at 61,447 words (288 pages).
The people
The Creative Behind the Books
The people who bring Michael Vey to life.
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