The Books of the Named Books in Order
series of novels by Clare Bell, 1983–2008
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The Books of the Named FAQ
- What is the first The Books of the Named book?
- The series starts with “Ratha's Creature” (1983). Publication order is the order most readers should follow.
- How many books are in the The Books of the Named series?
- There are 5 books in The Books of the Named, published 1983–2008.
- What is the most recent The Books of the Named book?
- The most recent installment on record is “Ratha's Courage” (2008).
- Who writes the The Books of the Named series?
- The Books of the Named is written by Clare Bell.