Book Series · 2 Books

The Louisiana Girls Trilogy Books

In order from Ninth Ward to Bayou Magic.

The Louisiana Girls Trilogy series is a set of 2 chapter books by Jewell Parker Rhodes, published between 2010 and 2015. Written for ages 9–12, most books run about 270 pages. Subjects across the series include hurricanes, grandparents, and survival stories.

Ninth Ward
Bayou Magic
Ninth Ward
Ninth Ward
Bayou Magic
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First Book in the Series

Ninth Ward
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2010

Ninth Ward

A girl and her grandmother face Hurricane Katrina's fury in New Orleans' Ninth Ward.

224 pages· 32,698 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Summary: In New Orleans' Ninth Ward, twelve-year-old Lanesha, gifted with the ability to see spirits, must confront the impending devastation of Hurricane Katrina. With her adopted grandmother, Mama Ya-Ya, who foresees the storm's wrath, Lanesha must summon courage and resilience to survive. As the hurricane looms, their bond and the strength of their community are tested. Will Lanesha's unique gifts and Mama Ya-Ya's wisdom be enough to weather the storm? This tale of survival and hope explores the power of love and the unyielding spirit of a young girl in the face of nature's fury.
In reading order

The Louisiana Girls Trilogy Series

2 books · Published 2010–2015

#1
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$858

Ninth Ward

Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2010

A girl and her grandmother face Hurricane Katrina's fury in New Orleans' Ninth Ward.

#3
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$759

Bayou Magic

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015

A city girl discovers hidden magic in the bayou as an oil spill threatens her new world.

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How many books are in the Louisiana Girls Trilogy series?

There are 2 books in the Louisiana Girls Trilogy series. It began with Ninth Ward in 2010, and the newest book, Bayou Magic, was published in 2015.

What order should you read the Louisiana Girls Trilogy books in?

Start with Ninth Ward and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Louisiana Girls Trilogy books best for?

The series is best for ages 9–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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