Book Series · 8 Books

Villains Books

In order from Fairest of All to Cold Hearted.

The Villains series is a set of 8 chapter books by Serena Valentino, published between 2009 and 2021. Written for ages 10–18, most books run about 290 pages.

Fairest of All

The Beast Within

Poor Unfortunate Soul

Mistress of All Evil

Mother Knows Best

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Fairest of All

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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2009

Fairest of All

By Disney Books

Discover the dark secrets behind the Wicked Queen's sinister heart.

256 pages· 38,673 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

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Summary: Unveil the chilling origins of the Wicked Queen, whose desire for her stepdaughter's heart is only the beginning. What sinister role does the mysterious man in the mirror play in her descent into evil? Dive into a tale where magic and malice intertwine, revealing the true nature of villainy. As the Queen's past unfolds, will you find sympathy or horror in her story? Explore the depths of her wickedness and the forces that shaped her in this captivating journey through darkness.

The complete set

Villains Series

8 books · Published 2009–2021

Fairest of All

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$1697

Fairest of All

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2009

Discover the dark secrets behind the Wicked Queen's sinister heart.

The Beast Within

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$1697

The Beast Within

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2014

A cursed prince, now a beast, seeks true love to break his isolation.

Poor Unfortunate Soul

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$1697

Poor Unfortunate Soul

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2016

Discover the dark origins of the sea witch's hatred and twisted fate.

Mistress of All Evil

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$1797

Mistress of All Evil

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2017

Discover why the dark fairy cursed the princess in this tale of betrayal and magic.

Mother Knows Best

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$1697

Mother Knows Best

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2018

Discover the untold origins of the old witch and her quest for eternal youth.

The Odd Sisters

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$1697

The Odd Sisters

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2019

The Odd Sisters face their dark origins and a reckoning for their meddling in villainous fates.

Evil Thing

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$1697

Evil Thing

Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2020

A villain's memoir reveals secrets, desires, and a curse. Discover Cruella's untold story.

Cold Hearted

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$1697

Cold Hearted

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2021

Discover the untold story of a villain's transformation from love to cruelty.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Villains series?

There are 8 books in the Villains series. It began with Fairest of All in 2009, and the newest book, Cold Hearted, was published in 2021.

What ages are the Villains books best for?

The series is best for ages 10–18, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Villains book is the longest?

Mother Knows Best is the longest book in the series at 61,874 words (400 pages).

Which Villains book is the shortest?

Poor Unfortunate Soul is the shortest at 29,937 words (224 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Villains to life.

Disney Books

Serena Valentino

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