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The Forbidden Library Books

In order from The Forbidden Library to The Fall of the Readers.

The Forbidden Library series is a set of 4 chapter books by Django Wexler, published between 2014 and 2017. Written for ages 10–12, most books run about 370 pages.

The Forbidden Library
The Mad Apprentice
The Palace of Glass
The Fall of the Readers
The Forbidden Library
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Forbidden Library
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2014

The Forbidden Library

By Django Wexler

A forbidden library, a talking cat, and a dangerous book trap Alice in a magical challenge.

373 pages· 71,562 words· Est. 10 hour read
Paperback
Summary: Alice's world turns upside down when her father vanishes, and she's sent to live with mysterious Uncle Geryon. In his vast manor, a forbidden library beckons. A talking cat leads Alice to a daring boy and a book that pulls her inside. Trapped in a world of magic, Alice must defeat a creature to escape. But as secrets unravel, Alice discovers her own hidden powers. What mysteries does the library hold, and who can she trust in this enchanted realm?
The complete set

The Forbidden Library Series

4 books · Published 2014–2017

Series
Sale price
$899

The Forbidden Library

Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2014

A forbidden library, a talking cat, and a dangerous book trap Alice in a magical challenge.

Sale price
$899

The Mad Apprentice

Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2015

A rogue apprentice, a deadly labyrinth, and secrets await Alice outside the library.

The Palace of Glass

Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2016

A girl battles magical forces in a library, unsure who to trust.

The Fall of the Readers

Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2017

Alice faces betrayal and a deadly quest to defeat the Old Readers and save magical creatures.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Forbidden Library series?

There are 4 books in the Forbidden Library series. It began with The Forbidden Library in 2014, and the newest book, The Fall of the Readers, was published in 2017.

What ages are the Forbidden Library books best for?

The series is best for ages 10–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Forbidden Library book is the longest?

The Forbidden Library is the longest book in the series at 71,562 words (373 pages).

Which Forbidden Library book is the shortest?

The Mad Apprentice is the shortest at 60,644 words (333 pages).

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Forbidden Library to life.

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Django Wexler

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