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John Flanagan

4 series 32 books in order 2004–2022

John Anthony Flanagan (1944-2026) was an Australian fantasy author best known for his medieval fantasy series Ranger's Apprentice and its sister series, Brotherband Chronicles. Other works include the Storm Peak duology and the adult novel The Grey Raider.

Born
1944
Active years
2004–2022
Known for
Ranger's Apprentice, Brotherband Chronicles, Ranger's Apprentice The Royal Ranger, Ranger's Apprentice: The Early Years

Series by John Flanagan

Ranger's Apprentice

17 books in order · 2004–2021 · Publication order

  1. Cover of The Ruins of Gorlan

    The Ruins of Gorlan

    2004 · John Flanagan

    Will, a 15-year-old boy who is often small for his age, has been chosen as an apprentice to the Rangers, a group feared by the villagers for their…

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  2. Cover of The Burning Bridge

    The Burning Bridge

    2005 · John Flanagan

    The Burning Bridge is the second book in the Ranger's Apprentice series by Australian author John Flanagan, released in Australia on 5 May 2005.…

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  3. Cover of The Icebound Land

    The Icebound Land

    2005 · John Flanagan

    Will and Evanlyn are kidnapped after a battle with Lord Morgarath and taken to Skandia on a wolfship. Halt, who promised to rescue Will, leaves the…

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  4. Cover of Oakleaf Bearers

    Oakleaf Bearers

    2008 · John Flanagan

    This 2006 novel follows Will and Evanlyn as they flee slavery in Skandia. Their attempt to return to Araluen is disrupted when Evanlyn is captured by…

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  5. Cover of The Sorcerer of the North

    The Sorcerer of the North

    2006 · John Flanagan

    Time has passed since apprentice Will and his master Halt led the Araluens to victory against invaders, and Will is now a full Ranger with his own…

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  6. Cover of The Siege of Macindaw (Ranger's Apprentice #6)

    The Siege of Macindaw (Ranger's Apprentice #6)

    2007 · John Flanagan

    After years as a Ranger's apprentice, Will is now the protector of his first fief. Keren, a renegade knight, takes over Castle Macindaw, a strategic…

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  7. Erak's Ransom

    2007 · John Flanagan

    Erak's Ransom is a 2007 novel by Australian author John Flanagan, the seventh novel in the continuing Ranger's Apprentice series. It was released in…

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  8. Cover of The Kings of Clonmel

    The Kings of Clonmel

    2008 · John Flanagan

    This 2008 novel by John Flanagan, part of a series, follows Halt, Will, and Horace as they investigate a mysterious cult in the kingdom of Clonmel…

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  9. Cover of Halt's Peril

    Halt's Peril

    2009 · John Flanagan

    The renegade outlaw group known as the Outsiders has traveled from kingdom to kingdom, tricking people into giving up their limited valuables. Will…

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  10. Cover of The Emperor of Nihon-Ja

    The Emperor of Nihon-Ja

    2010 · John Flanagan

    Horace travels to the land of Nihon-Ja, where he becomes involved in a conflict that is not his own. The Nihon-Ja emperor, a leader who supports the…

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Brotherband Chronicles

11 books in order · 2011–2022

  1. Cover of The Outcasts

    The Outcasts

    2011 · John Flanagan

    Skandian outcasts Hal, Stig, and others do battle at sea against the Wolves and the Sharks, in the ultimate race across icy waters where not everyone…

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  2. Cover of The Invaders

    The Invaders

    Year unknown · John Flanagan

    Hal and the Herons have won the Brotherband competition in Skandia by defeating the strongest young warriors in the land, but celebration ends when…

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  3. Cover of The Hunters

    The Hunters

    2012 · John Flanagan

    A 2012 novel by John Flanagan in which Hal and his brotherband crew, determined to recover the Adomal and stop the pirate Zavac from doing more…

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  4. Cover of Slaves of Socorro

    Slaves of Socorro

    Year unknown · John Flanagan

    Having defeated pirate captain Zavac and reclaimed the Andomal, Hal and the Herons return to Skandia, then set out again after their old rival…

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  5. Cover of The Ghostfaces

    The Ghostfaces

    2016 · John Flanagan

    The Brotherband crew is blown far off course by a massive storm at sea and washes up on unfamiliar western shores. A massive, marauding bear appears,…

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  6. Cover of The Caldera

    The Caldera

    Year unknown · John Flanagan

    In Hallasholm, Stig competes in the annual Maktig competition to determine Skandia's greatest warrior. A late-night visitor he never expected to see…

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  7. Cover of Return of the Temujai

    Return of the Temujai

    Year unknown · John Flanagan

    The Herons are home in Skandia, but the usually peaceful country faces danger from the Temujai, ruthless warriors from the Eastern Steppes who have…

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Ranger's Apprentice The Royal Ranger

2 books in order · 2013–2022

Ranger's Apprentice: The Early Years

2 books in order · 2015–2016

Frequently asked questions

How many books has John Flanagan written?

We list 32 books by John Flanagan across 4 series, published between 2004–2022 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read John Flanagan's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “The Ruins of Gorlan.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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