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The Seven Wonders Series in Order

The Seven Wonders series must be read in order, starting with The Colossus Rises, as the story follows a continuous narrative across the books. Four young teens—Jack, Marco, Cass, and Aly—race against time to locate the lost Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and prevent a catastrophic global disaster.

🔴 Must Read in Order · Start with Book 1

Seven Wonders Books in Order

9 books total 5 main + 4 companion books

Complete reading order for the Seven Wonders series.

How to Read the Seven Wonders series

🔴 Must Read in Order · Start with Book 1

Read in order—each book builds directly on the previous one.

The Seven Wonders series must be read in order. The story follows a continuous narrative across all books, with events and character arcs carrying directly from one book to the next. Major discoveries about the Wonders, the children’s abilities, and the larger threat build progressively throughout the five volumes. Reading out of order causes confusion and major spoilers, as later books rely heavily on the foundational events and character growth established in earlier volumes.

About the Seven Wonders series

Series Premise

The Seven Wonders series follows a group of children with special abilities as they embark on a global quest to find ancient artifacts and stop an ancient threat. Each book advances their mission while uncovering more about their powers and the prophecy that binds them.

Main Characters

The series centers on Jack McKinley and his three friends—Marco, Cass, and Aly—who are the only ones who can stop the ancient threat.

Setting

The stories take place across the modern world, with key events at the sites of the ancient Seven Wonders and hidden locations tied to their power.

Tone & Themes

The tone is adventurous and suspenseful with light humor. Central themes include friendship, courage, destiny, and the responsibility that comes with special abilities.

Is This Series Worth Reading?

This series appeals to readers who enjoy fast-paced middle-grade adventure, ancient mysteries, and stories about a group of friends working together to save the world.

Content Warnings and Heat Level

Includes mild peril and fantasy violence; suitable for middle-grade and older readers.

The Seven Wonders series delivers one epic quest filled with discovery and danger. Reading the books in order is essential to follow the full story of the prophecy and the children’s journey.

FAQ

How many books are in the Seven Wonders series?

9 books total: 5 main + 4 companion books

When will the next book in the series be released?

No new book is currently scheduled. The latest book, The Legend of the Rift, was published in March 2016.

When was the most recent book released?

The Legend of the Rift was published in March 2016.

What was the first book in the series?

The first book in the series is Seven Wonders Journals: The Select, published in December 2012.

What genre is the Seven Wonders series?

The series primarily falls into the Action Adventure genre.

Do you need to read the Seven Wonders series in order?

Yes, the series should be read in order. The books follow a continuous story, starting with Seven Wonders Journals: The Select.

What is the Seven Wonders series about?

The Seven Wonders series follows a group of children with special abilities as they embark on a global quest to find ancient artifacts and stop an ancient threat. Each book advances their mission while uncovering more about their powers and the prophecy that binds them.

Is the Seven Wonders series finished?

The series does not currently have a new book scheduled.