Series guide · 52 books · Erin Hunter
Warriors, book by book
Wild cats in four rival clans, with battles, loyalty and prophecies. There are 52 main books so far. That’s eight six-book arcs, plus four books of the ninth. The arcs, in order: The Prophecies Begin, The New Prophecy, Power of Three, Omen of the Stars, Dawn of the Clans (a prequel), A Vision of Shadows, The Broken Code, A Starless Clan and Changing Skies. Battles and deaths run through every arc. Extras include 19 longer Super Editions, novellas and manga.
the big questionHow many Warriors books are there, and where do I start?There are 52 main books so far, in nine arcs. Start with Into the Wild, and expect heavier scenes in books 5 and 6.
1
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Into the WildA pet cat joins a wild clan, with battles and a few deaths.
Good fit
2
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Fire and IceA forbidden romance, and a trap meant for the leader cripples an apprentice.
Good fit
3
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Forest of SecretsGraystripe’s mate dies giving birth, and the deputy tries to kill the leader.
Good fit
4
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Rising StormA forest fire kills three cats, including the medicine cat Yellowfang.
Good fit
the tone shifts here
5
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A Dangerous PathA dog pack is lured to the camp, and the leader dies saving her clan.
Read together
6
Usually works at9+
The Darkest HourThe most violent death in the series, then a war with BloodClan.
Read together
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