Tillerman Cycle Books in Order
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The Tillerman Cycle, written by Cynthia Voigt and published between 1981 and 2000, centers on themes of family, survival, and personal growth through the experiences of children navigating abandonment and hardship. The series follows the Tillerman siblings as they seek stability and connection after being left by their mother, while also exploring other characters' journeys of self-discovery and resilience. Recurring focus is placed on the challenges of forming and maintaining family bonds, the struggle to find belonging, and the process of coming to terms with past traumas.
Books in this series
Ordered by first publication where known. The official numbering for this series is incomplete in our sources, so we don't show series numbers we can't verify.
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Buy on Amazon1981 · Cynthia Voigt
The 1981 novel by Cynthia Voigt begins with James Tillerman telling his older sister, Dicey, "It's still true" each morning. This phrase reflects the…
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Buy on Amazon1982 · Cynthia Voigt
In 1982, Cynthia Voigt wrote a novel about Dicey Tillerman and her three siblings, who were left alone when their mother abandoned them in a mall…
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Buy on Amazon1983 · Cynthia Voigt
A Solitary Blue (1983) is a novel by Cynthia Voigt. It was a Newbery Honor book in 1984. It is the third book of the Tillerman Cycle, set…
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Buy on Amazon1985 · Cynthia Voigt
A teenage boy who is a dedicated runner has always kept his distance from other people, until coaching a teammate on the track team gradually teaches…
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Buy on Amazon1989 · Cynthia Voigt
This 1989 novel by Cynthia Voigt follows Dicey as she struggles to make a go of a boatbuilding business while facing family concerns, romantic…
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Buy on Amazon2000 · Cynthia Voigt
Come a Stranger is a novel in the Tillerman Cycle that centers on Wilhemina Smiths, Dicey's best friend, and follows her experiences and personal…
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What order should I read the Tillerman Cycle books in?
Read them in publication order — the list above is sorted by first publication where known, starting with “Homecoming”.
How many books are in the Tillerman Cycle series?
We list 7 books by Cynthia Voigt , published between 1981–2000.
Where can I buy the Tillerman Cycle books?
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