Book Series · 5 Books

Skandar Books

In order from Skandar and the Unicorn Thief to Skandar and the Spirit War.

Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
Skandar and the Phantom Rider
Skandar and the Chaos Trials
Skandar and the Skeleton Curse
Skandar and the Spirit War
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Skandar and the Unicorn Thief

By A.F. Steadman

A boy's dream to ride unicorns leads to a perilous quest to save an island in danger.

448 pages· 94,590 words· Est. 13 hour read
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Summary: Skandar Smith dreams of becoming a unicorn rider, but when his exam day goes awry, a midnight visitor reveals the Island's peril. Thrust into a world of sky battles and wild unicorns, Skandar faces a shadowy villain and must protect his new friends. As secrets unravel, can Skandar save the Island before it's too late?
In reading order

Skandar Series

5 books · Published 2022–2025

#1

Skandar and the Unicorn Thief

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

A boy's dream to ride unicorns leads to a perilous quest to save an island in danger.

#2

Skandar and the Phantom Rider

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

A prophecy warns of danger as unicorns die and storms threaten. Can Skandar save the Island?

#3

Skandar and the Chaos Trials

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Trials test Skandar's loyalties as dark forces threaten the Island's future.

#4

Skandar and the Skeleton Curse

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2024

A curse threatens unicorns; Skandar races to save the Island.

#5

Skandar and the Spirit War

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

An outlaw must harness elemental magic to save a war-torn island.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Skandar series?

There are 5 books in the Skandar series. It began with Skandar and the Unicorn Thief in 2022, and the newest book, Skandar and the Spirit War, was published in 2025.

What order should you read the Skandar books in?

Start with Skandar and the Unicorn Thief and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #5.

What ages are the Skandar books best for?

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

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