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Patricia C. Wrede

4 series 15 books in order

Patricia Collins Wrede, born March 27, 1953, is an American author of fantasy literature. She is best known for her Enchanted Forest Chronicles series, a collection of young adult novels. The series was recognized as one of the top teen novels, ranking number 84 on NPR's 100 Best-Ever Teen Novels list. Wrede's work is primarily aimed at younger readers and is celebrated for its imaginative storytelling and fantasy elements.

Born
1953
Known for
Enchanted Forest Chronicles, Cecelia and Kate, Lyra, Frontier Magic

Series by Patricia C. Wrede

Enchanted Forest Chronicles

4 books in order · 1985–1993

  1. Cover of Dealing with Dragons

    Dealing with Dragons

    1990 · Patricia C. Wrede

    A 1990 novel by Patricia Wrede, the first in a series of four, described as a well-written, fast-paced YA fantasy with a good sense of humour.…

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  2. Cover of Searching for dragons

    Searching for dragons

    1991 · Patricia C. Wrede

    A fast-paced, humorous YA fantasy novel from 1991 by Patricia Wrede, and the second book of the Enchanted Forest series. Princess Cimorene, assistant…

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    Calling on dragons

    1993 · Patricia C. Wrede

    Cimorene, now Queen of the Enchanted Forest, teams up with her friend Morwen the witch and others to find the missing sword of the King. The story is…

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  4. Cover of Talking to dragons

    Talking to dragons

    1985 · Patricia C. Wrede

    Talking to Dragons is a 1985 novel by Patricia Wrede, a fast-paced, humorous YA science fiction work and the fourth book of the Enchanted Forest…

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Cecelia and Kate

3 books in order · 1988–2006

  1. Sorcery and Cecelia: An Epistolary Fantasy

    1988 · Patricia C. Wrede

    Sorcery and Cecelia: An Epistolary Fantasy is a 1988 book by Patricia C. Wrede, Caroline Stevermer. It is book 1 of the series Cecelia and Kate.

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  2. Cover of The Grand Tour (Cecelia and Kate #2)

    The Grand Tour (Cecelia and Kate #2)

    2004 · Patricia C. Wrede

    Kate and Cecy, along with their new husbands Thomas and James, are traveling through Europe when strange events begin to unfold. Cecy receives a…

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Lyra

5 books in order · 1982–1994

  1. Cover of Shadow Magic

    Shadow Magic

    1982 · Patricia C. Wrede

    Shadow Magic is a 1982 book by Patricia C. Wrede. It is book 1 of the series Lyra. Catalog genres: Fantasy, Literary Fiction. The listed edition runs…

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  2. Cover of Daughter of Witches

    Daughter of Witches

    1983 · Patricia C. Wrede

    Daughter of Witches is a 1983 book by Patricia C. Wrede. It is book 2 of the series Lyra. Catalog genres: Fantasy, Literary Fiction.

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  3. Cover of Harp of Imach Thyssel

    Harp of Imach Thyssel

    1986 · Patricia C. Wrede

    Harp of Imach Thyssel is a 1985 novel by Patricia Wrede set in the magical world of Lyra. When minstrel Emereck and nobleman Flindaran leave a…

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  4. Cover of Caught in Crystal

    Caught in Crystal

    1988 · Patricia C. Wrede

    Set in Lyra, the world of Shadow Magic and Daughter of Witches, this tale involves a twisted tower hidden in the Windhome Mountains where something…

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  5. Cover of The Raven Ring

    The Raven Ring

    1994 · Patricia C. Wrede

    In Patricia C. Wrede's 1995 novel, a young woman named Eleret must travel to the city of Ciaron to recover her mother's belongings after she is…

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Frontier Magic

3 books in order · 2009–2012

  1. Cover of Thirteenth Child

    Thirteenth Child

    2009 · Patricia C. Wrede

    Eff was born as the thirteenth child in a large family. Her twin brother, Lan, is the seventh son of a seventh son, which is believed to grant him…

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  2. Cover of Across the Great Barrier

    Across the Great Barrier

    2011 · Patricia C. Wrede

    Across the Great Barrier is a 2011 book by Patricia C. Wrede. It is book 2 of the series Frontier Magic. Catalog genres: Fantasy, Literary Fiction,…

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  3. Cover of The Far West

    The Far West

    2012 · Patricia C. Wrede

    The Far West is a 2012 book by Patricia C. Wrede. It is book 3 of the series Frontier Magic. Catalog genres: Fantasy, Children's, Literary Fiction,…

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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Patricia C. Wrede written?

We list 15 books by Patricia C. Wrede across 4 series, published between 1982–2012 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Patricia C. Wrede's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Dealing with Dragons.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

Where can I buy Patricia C. Wrede's books?

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