Debra Doyle

1 series 5 books in order

Debra Doyle (1952-2020) was an American author of science fiction, fantasy, and mystery for young adults and adults. Her works were co-written with her husband, James D. Macdonald. She is credited here with the Circle of Magic series, including The Wizard's Castle, Tournament and Tower, and The High King's Daughter.

Born
1952
Known for
Circle of Magic (Doyle and Macdonald)

Series by Debra Doyle

Circle of Magic (Doyle and Macdonald)

5 books in order · 1989–2001

  1. Cover of The prisoners of Bell Castle

    The prisoners of Bell Castle

    1989 · Debra Doyle

    Randal, a journeyman wizard, risks losing his magical abilities by joining Baron Ector's forces during the siege of Bell Castle. The conflict centers…

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  2. Cover of Tournament and tower

    Tournament and tower

    1990 · Debra Doyle

    After breaking the oldest law in wizardry while trying to save the School of Wizardry from destruction, fifteen-year-old Randal is made a journeyman…

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  3. Cover of The city by the sea

    The city by the sea

    1990 · Debra Doyle

    A legacy from a dying stranger sends fifteen-year-old journeyman wizard Randal on a dangerous journey to find the rightful place of an artifact of…

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  4. Cover of The Prince's players

    The Prince's players

    1990 · Debra Doyle

    A fifteen-year-old journeyman wizard must draw on all the magic he has learned so far when he and his companion Lys become drawn into the political…

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  5. Cover of The high king's daughter

    The high king's daughter

    2001 · Debra Doyle

    The High King's Daughter follows Roland, a journeyman wizard, and his two companions, the knight-errant Walter and the minstrel Lys, as they journey…

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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Debra Doyle written?

We list 5 books by Debra Doyle across 1 series, published between 1989–2001 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Debra Doyle's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Tournament and tower.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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