Book Series · 4 Books

The Darkest Minds Books

In order from The Darkest Minds to The Darkest Legacy.

The Darkest Minds series is a set of 4 chapter books by Alexandra Bracken, published between 2012 and 2018. Written for ages 12–18, most books run about 560 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1697

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2012

The Darkest Minds

By Alexandra Bracken

Ruby escapes a camp for kids with dangerous powers, seeking safety and freedom.

488 pages· 137,395 words· Est. 12.5 hour read

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Hardcover

Summary: Ruby, now sixteen, escapes a harsh camp for teens with uncontrollable powers. On the run, she joins a group led by Liam, who is drawn to her. As they seek refuge at East River, Ruby faces a choice that could cost her everything. Can she trust anyone when her powers make her a target?

In reading order

The Darkest Minds Series

4 books · Published 2012–2018

#1 in Series

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$1697

The Darkest Minds

Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2012

Ruby escapes a camp for kids with dangerous powers, seeking safety and freedom.

#2 in Series

Never Fade

Chapter Book · 2013

A girl must use her dangerous powers to challenge a corrupt regime.

#3 in Series

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$1899

In the Afterlight

Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2014

A leader's mission to free captive children risks igniting a global conflict.

#4 in Series

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$1049

The Darkest Legacy

Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2018

Accused of a crime, a young Psi must clear her name and uncover hidden truths to save her kind.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Darkest Minds series?

There are 4 books in the Darkest Minds series. It began with The Darkest Minds in 2012, and the newest book, The Darkest Legacy, was published in 2018.