Chronoptika Books in Order

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The Chronoptika series by Catherine Fisher follows the intertwined journeys of characters navigating time and magical portals. Centered on a mysterious obsidian mirror that allows access to different eras, the series explores themes of loss, identity, and the consequences of time manipulation. The narrative spans multiple timelines and involves challenges related to personal choices and the power of ancient artifacts.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of The obsidian mirror

    The obsidian mirror

    2012 · Catherine Fisher

    Jake, a young boy, faces challenges when he attempts to use a black mirror—a portal to the past and future—to find his father, who vanished during an…

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  2. Cover of The slanted worlds

    The slanted worlds

    2013 · Catherine Fisher

    Jake searches for his father and is sent by an obsidian mirror to different times in the past. Meanwhile, Sarah and Venn fight with Summer to control…

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  3. Cover of The door in the moon

    The door in the moon

    2015 · Catherine Fisher

    Jake and Sarah are transported through the Obsidian Mirror into the chaotic era of the French Revolution. Meanwhile, Oberon Venn faces a critical…

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  4. The Speed of Darkness

    2016 · Catherine Fisher

    The Speed of Darkness is a 2016 book by Catherine Fisher. It is book 4 of the series Chronoptika. Catalog genres: Science Fiction.

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Chronoptika books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “The obsidian mirror”. Start with “The obsidian mirror.”

How many books are in the Chronoptika series?

We list 4 books by Catherine Fisher , published between 2012–2016.

Where can I buy the Chronoptika books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.