Book Series · 2 Books

Tale of Two Castles Books

In order from A Tale of Two Castles to Stolen Magic.

The Tale of Two Castles series is a set of 2 chapter books by Gail Carson Levine, published between 2011 and 2015. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 350 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

A Tale of Two Castles

By Gail Carson Levine, Greg Call (Illustrator)

A young assistant and a dragon detective unravel a plot against a shape-shifting ogre.

352 pages· 65,273 words· Est. 9 hour read

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Summary: In the town of Two Castles, Elodie becomes the unlikely assistant to Meenore, a brilliant dragon detective. Together, they must uncover a plot against Count Jonty Um, a shape-shifting ogre. As Elodie navigates a world of disguises, a greedy king, and a charming cat trainer, she discovers unexpected friendships and the true nature of goodness. Can she solve the mystery before it's too late?

In reading order

Tale of Two Castles Series

2 books · Published 2011–2015

#1 in Series

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$759

A Tale of Two Castles

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

A young assistant and a dragon detective unravel a plot against a shape-shifting ogre.

#2 in Series

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$674

Stolen Magic

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

A stolen statue threatens a volcanic eruption. Can Elodie solve the mystery in time?

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How many books are in the Tale of Two Castles series?

There are 2 books in the Tale of Two Castles series. It began with A Tale of Two Castles in 2011, and the newest book, Stolen Magic, was published in 2015.