Pellinor Books in Order

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The Pellinor series, written by Alison Croggon and published between 2002 and 2009, is a fantasy narrative centered on the mystical forces of music and the struggle between light and dark. The story follows characters such as Maerad and her brother Hem as they navigate complex quests involving ancient songs, hidden powers, and opposing forces. Themes of unity, sacrifice, and the power of music recur throughout the series.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Naming

    Naming

    2017 · Alison Croggon

    "Epic fantasy in the Tolkien tradition, with a strong girl hero who is entirely believable in her struggles. . . . I couldn't put it down!" — Tamora…

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Companion & related books

Related titles and editions that sit outside the main numbered order.

  • Cover of The Riddle

    The Riddle

    2004 · Alison Croggon

    Maerad, a girl with a tragic and bitter past whose powers grow stronger daily, and her mentor Cadvan are hunted by both the Light and the Dark as…

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  • Cover of The Singing

    The Singing

    2008 · Alison Croggon

    Singing is a 2008 novel by Alison Croggon. The bard Maerad and her brother Hem hold the key to the mysterious Singing, and each must overcome…

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  • Cover of The Crow

    The Crow

    2006 · Alison Croggon

    In this 2006 novel by Alison Croggon, while Maerad journeys in the far north, her brother Hem is sent south to the golden city of Turbansk, where he…

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  • Gift

    2002 · Alison Croggon

    Gift is a 2002 book by Alison Croggon. It is part of the series Pellinor. Catalog genres: Fantasy, Children's.

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Pellinor books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Naming”. Start with “Naming.”

How many books are in the Pellinor series?

We list 5 books by Alison Croggon , published between 2002–2017.

Where can I buy the Pellinor 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.