Book Series · 3 Books

The Books of Umber Books

In order from Happenstance Found to The End of Time.

The Books of Umber series is a set of 3 chapter books, published between 2008 and 2011. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 370 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1597

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2008

Happenstance Found

A boy with no memory must uncover his identity while evading a deadly assassin in a magical world.

352 pages· 68,145 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

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Summary: Happenstance wakes in a cave, memory erased, and is whisked away by the enigmatic Umber and his companions. In the vibrant city of Kurahaven, Hap discovers Umber's extraordinary life but remains haunted by his own forgotten past. As he joins Umber on perilous missions, Hap realizes powerful enemies lurk within the kingdom, and a relentless assassin is closing in. With danger at every turn, Hap must unravel the mystery of his identity and why Umber has chosen him. Can he find answers before it's too late, or will the shadows of his past consume him?

In reading order

The Books of Umber Series

3 books · Published 2008–2011

#1 in Series

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$1597

Happenstance Found

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2008

A boy with no memory must uncover his identity while evading a deadly assassin in a magical world.

#2 in Series

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$1697

Dragon Games

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009

A boy with no memory joins a perilous quest in a land of dragons and secrets.

#3 in Series

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$858

The End of Time

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

Time is running out as a new enemy threatens the kingdom.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Books of Umber series?

There are 3 books in the Books of Umber series. It began with Happenstance Found in 2008, and the newest book, The End of Time, was published in 2011.