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      The Daughters of the Moon Series in Order

      by Lynne Ewing

      The Daughters of the Moon series is best read in order, starting with Goddess of the Night, as character relationships and storylines develop across the series. In modern Los Angeles, a group of teenage girls with special powers fight the ancient evil known as The Atrox while discovering their destinies as Daughters of the Moon.

      🔄 Best Read in Order · Start with Book 1

      Daughters of the Moon Books in Order

      13 books
      #
      Title
      Date
      Rating
      3
      Night Shade
      Mar 2001
      4
      Secret Scroll
      May 2001
      5
      The Sacrifice
      Sep 2001
      6
      The Lost One
      Oct 2001
      7
      Moon Demon
      May 2002
      8
      Possession
      Sep 2002
      9
      The Choice
      May 2003
      10
      The Talisman
      Sep 2003
      11
      The Prophecy
      Jul 2004
      12
      The Becoming
      Sep 2004

      How to Read the Daughters of the Moon series

      🔄 Best Read in Order · Start with Book 1

      Standalone stories, but characters and relationships develop across the series.

      Publication order gives the best experience with the Daughters of the Moon series. Each book has a complete central plot focused on one girl’s challenge or adventure. Character relationships and ongoing developments carry across the series. Readers miss important emotional growth, power development, and group dynamics if they read out of order.

      Explanation of reading order types

      About the Daughters of the Moon series

      Series Premise

      The Daughters of the Moon series follows a close-knit group of girls who each possess a unique supernatural gift granted by the moon. The books center on their personal struggles and their shared mission to protect humanity from The Atrox and its followers.

      Main Characters

      Each book features one of the Daughters as the main focus, including Vanessa, who can become invisible; Catty, who can time travel; Serena, who reads minds; and Jimena, who sees the future. The girls form a tight friend group that supports one another throughout the series.

      Setting

      The series is set in contemporary Los Angeles, where everyday teen life coexists with ancient mythological forces and secret supernatural battles.

      Tone & Themes

      The tone mixes paranormal adventure with teen drama and empowerment. Central themes include friendship and sisterhood, discovering inner strength, the battle between light and darkness, and choosing your own destiny.

      Is This Series Worth Reading?

      This series appeals to readers who enjoy young adult paranormal stories, strong female friendships, and empowering coming-of-age adventures with supernatural elements.

      Content Warnings and Heat Level

      Mild to moderate peril and dark themes involving evil forces; suitable for middle-grade to young adult readers.

      The Daughters of the Moon series blends individual character stories with a continuing group arc. Following publication order lets readers fully experience the girls’ growing powers and bonds. The mix of friendship, magic, and the fight against evil creates an engaging and memorable young adult fantasy series.

      FAQ

      How many books are in the Daughters of the Moon series?

      13 books

      When will the next book in the series be released?

      No new book is currently scheduled. The latest book, The Final Eclipse, was published in December 2007.

      When was the most recent book released?

      The Final Eclipse was published in December 2007.

      What was the first book in the series?

      The first book in the series is Goddess of the Night, published in August 2000.

      What genre is the Daughters of the Moon series?

      The series primarily falls into the Fantasy genre.

      Do you need to read the Daughters of the Moon series in order?

      It’s best to read the series in order. Each book has its own story, but ongoing character arcs and relationships develop across the series.

      What is the Daughters of the Moon series about?

      The Daughters of the Moon series follows a close-knit group of girls who each possess a unique supernatural gift granted by the moon. The books center on their personal struggles and their shared mission to protect humanity from The Atrox and its followers.

      Is the Daughters of the Moon series finished?

      The series does not currently have a new book scheduled.