Book Series · 2 Books

The Palace Chronicles Books

In order from Just Ella to Palace of Mirrors.

The Palace Chronicles series is a set of 2 chapter books by Margaret Peterson Haddix, published between 1999 and 2008. Written for ages 12–17, most books run about 280 pages.

Just Ella
Palace of Mirrors
Just Ella
Just Ella
Palace of Mirrors
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Just Ella
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$1049
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 1999

Just Ella

By Margaret Peterson Haddix

Ella's royal dream turns into a nightmare as she battles to escape a life of cold protocol and empty promises.

188 pages· 41,722 words· Est. 4 hour read
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Summary: Ella's dream of marrying Prince Charming shatters when she discovers the royal family's cold reality. Trapped in a life of rigid protocol, she realizes the prince's charm is only skin deep. As rumors swirl about a fairy godmother's help, Ella knows she must rely on her own strength to escape the castle's grip. Can she reclaim her freedom and find her true self amidst the royal facade?
In reading order

The Palace Chronicles Series

2 books · Published 1999–2008

#1
Just Ella
#1 in Series
Sale price
$1049

Just Ella

Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 1999

Ella's royal dream turns into a nightmare as she battles to escape a life of cold protocol and empty promises.

#2
Palace of Mirrors
#2 in Series
Sale price
$1248

Palace of Mirrors

Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2008

A hidden princess and a throne pretender face unexpected dangers in a world of deception.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Palace Chronicles series?

There are 2 books in the Palace Chronicles series. It began with Just Ella in 1999, and the newest book, Palace of Mirrors, was published in 2008.

What order should you read the Palace Chronicles books in?

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

What ages are the Palace Chronicles books best for?

The series is best for ages 12–17, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Palace Chronicles book is the longest?

Palace of Mirrors (Book #2) is the longest book in the series at 65,406 words (283 pages).

Which Palace Chronicles book is the shortest?

Just Ella (Book #1) is the shortest at 41,722 words (188 pages).

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The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Palace Chronicles to life.

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Margaret Peterson Haddix

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