Lucy Daniels Books in Order
Find Lucy Daniels books in order, with short summaries of Animal Ark, its related pet stories, Dolphin Diaries and other animal adventures for young readers.
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Lucy Daniels books in publication order
195 books
Badger in the Basement
by Lucy Daniels
1994
Mandy and James discover that a badger sett has been deliberately destroyed, leaving a cub abandoned. As they search for somewhere safe for the young animal, suspicious activity in Piper’s Wood raises questions about what happened.
Cub in the Cupboard
by Lucy Daniels
1994
Mandy and James find a mother fox injured in a cruel trap and suspect someone nearby is responsible. Before they can identify the culprit, they must care for the wounded animal and protect her vulnerable cub.
Goat in the Garden
by Lucy Daniels
1994
Houdini, Lydia Fawcett’s prize goat, keeps escaping and eating Sam Western’s garden plants. When the angry neighbor threatens to deal with him permanently, Mandy and James need a plan to protect the goat and his farm.
Hedgehogs in the Hall
by Lucy Daniels
1994
When James’s dog disturbs a family of hedgehogs, their mother is injured and a neighbor takes the babies. Mandy and James must reunite and care for the animals before finding a way to return them safely to the wild.
Kittens in the Kitchen
by Lucy Daniels
1994
A stray cat has kittens in the school caretaker’s kitchen, and Mr Williams wants the entire family gone. Mandy has just one week to find homes for the mother and her babies before his patience runs out.
Piglet in a Playpen
by Lucy Daniels
1994
Ruby is the smallest piglet in her litter, and Greystones Farm has no room for her. Mandy and James hope to prove she deserves to stay by turning the adventurous little animal into a prize-winning pig.
Pony on the Porch
by Lucy Daniels
1994
Mandy worries about Prince, the pony owned by Susan Collins, who is determined to win at showjumping. As Susan’s ambition puts the animal’s welfare in question, Mandy must find a way to protect him before he is hurt.
Puppies in the Pantry
by Lucy Daniels
1994
A film crew recruits Mandy and James to look after its animal stars, giving them an exciting new responsibility. When Charley the Labrador disappears, the friends must find him before their glamorous assignment turns into a disaster.
Bunnies in the Bathroom
by Lucy Daniels
1995
John hopes to buy Button and Barney, two baby rabbits at the pet shop, only to discover someone else has bought them. Mandy and James try to trace the new owner and help their disappointed friend.
Donkey on the Doorstep
by Lucy Daniels
1995
Andi’s family is moving to a smaller house without room for her donkey, Dorian. She does not want to give him up, and the stubborn animal has ideas of his own, leaving Mandy and James to help.
Lamb in the Laundry
by Lucy Daniels
1995
During lambing time at Fordbeck Farm, Mandy and James volunteer to hand-rear a small black lamb rejected by its mother. When the lamb disappears, they must find it before hunger leaves it too weak to survive.
Owl in the Office
by Lucy Daniels
1995
The Welford Animal Shelter is in danger of closing because it lacks funding. Mandy and James organize a pet show to raise money, hoping that the village can help keep the animals’ refuge open for business.
Sheepdog in the Snow
by Lucy Daniels
1995
Mandy and James plan a Christmas party for the village’s pets, but an injured stray sheepdog disrupts their preparations. As the friends turn their attention to Tess, Mandy worries about whether the wounded animal will survive.
Calf in the Cottage
by Lucy Daniels
1996
Mandy and James enjoy helping Mr Matthews on his dairy farm, especially with the milking. Their work takes an anxious turn when a cow goes into labor early with twins, leaving the babies’ survival in doubt.
Chick Challenge
by Lucy Daniels
1996
New girl Libby worries about her hen, Ronda, who pines while she is at school and has stopped eating. Mandy and James hope that raising chicks will give the bird company and help Libby make friends.
Goose on the Loose
by Lucy Daniels
1996
Mandy agrees to help look after Gussie the pet goose, but the bird vanishes before she and James can collect her. Finding Gussie is only the beginning of their difficulty in returning her to the rightful owner.
Guinea Pig Gang
by Lucy Daniels
1996
Mandy and her friends form a group to share their enthusiasm for guinea pigs, but Lisa stays away. To keep her pet Carla, Lisa must prove she can care for her, and Mandy helps devise a plan.
Hamster Hotel
by Lucy Daniels
1996
Mandy’s grandparents are caring for a friend’s hamster and need her help. When Frisky’s cage is accidentally taken to a rummage sale, Mandy and James must rescue the little animal from the cold, dark town hall.
Hamster in a Hamper / Hamster in a Handbasket
by Lucy Daniels
1996
During the school holidays, James is asked to care for Henry the hamster, and Mandy is eager to help. Their excitement turns to worry when Henry disappears under mysterious circumstances, leaving them to find the missing pet.
Kitten Crowd
by Lucy Daniels
1996
Katie has six newborn kittens to care for, but her family is moving and cannot take them along. Mandy faces a tight deadline to find new homes for every kitten before the end of the week.
Koalas in a Crisis
by Lucy Daniels
1996
Mandy finally sees koalas during a visit to a wildlife sanctuary, fulfilling a long-held wish. Her happiness turns to alarm when she learns that the adults and their babies face starvation, and she tries to help.
Mouse Magic
by Lucy Daniels
1996
An injured ankle costs Amy her role in the school play and leaves her disappointed. Mandy and James plan a different show, putting Amy’s pet mouse in the starring part to cheer their friend up.
Puppy Puzzle
by Lucy Daniels
1996
James and Sarah bring their new puppies to Pet Day at school, but both animals run off together. Only one returns, leaving Mandy to help work out which puppy is missing and bring it home.
Rabbit Race
by Lucy Daniels
1996
After Jack loses his dog, Mandy hopes another pet will help him feel better. He eventually takes an interest in a baby rabbit, but when the animal faces danger, Mandy and James must come to its aid.
Roo on the Rock
by Lucy Daniels
1996
In Australia, Mandy rescues Moonbeam, an orphaned baby kangaroo too young to survive alone. Facing the prospect of the roo being sent to a zoo, she tries to find a way for him to remain in the wild.
Wombat in the Wild
by Lucy Daniels
1996
Hilda Harris must leave her Australian farm and has found homes for every animal except Batty, a thirteen-year-old wombat. Mandy tries to teach the stubborn creature to live in the wild when no one will take him.
Dog at the Door
by Lucy Daniels
1997
Mandy discovers a distressed golden retriever tied outside Animal Ark without an owner in sight. The dog is expecting puppies, and Mandy becomes determined to identify the person who abandoned her at the veterinary surgery.
Elephants in the East
by Lucy Daniels
1997
While visiting Africa, Mandy and James learn that poachers have injured an elephant and frightened away her baby, Evie. As darkness approaches, they must find the young animal before poachers or hyenas reach her first.
Fawn in the Forest
by Lucy Daniels
1997
Mandy and James rescue an orphaned fawn from the forest, but Baby Sprite refuses to drink her milk. The friends must find a way to feed the young deer before the lack of nourishment endangers her life.
Foals in the Field
by Lucy Daniels
1997
Nick Summers needs help caring for sick twin foals while he works to make his farm’s stables a success. Mandy and James take on their care, knowing the farm may be sold if his plans fail.
Fox in the Frost
by Lucy Daniels
1997
At Christmas, a pair of wild foxes faces hostility from a dog owner and local farmers. Mandy and James must protect the animals before attempts to drive them away turn into something that could injure or kill them.
Guinea Pig in the Garage
by Lucy Daniels
1997
Rachel hopes that caring for a neighbor’s guinea pig will persuade her parents to let her have a pet. When one of its babies disappears, Mandy and James help her search before her parents learn what happened.
Lion by the Lake
by Lucy Daniels
1997
Mandy and James find a lion cub alone by a lake during their African holiday. With farmers hunting lions blamed for killing cattle, the friends must protect the vulnerable cub and work out where his family has gone.
Monkeys on the Mountain
by Lucy Daniels
1997
Mandy and James nurse an abandoned baby monkey back to health during a stay in Africa. Unless they can locate her family, the young animal will face captivity, giving the friends another urgent task after her recovery.
Pony Parade
by Lucy Daniels
1997
Paul asks Mandy to help choose a pony from an animal sanctuary, taking on one that needs careful attention. When schoolmates accuse him of mistreating it, Mandy must show them that he is helping the animal recover.
Seal on the Shore
by Lucy Daniels
1997
While staying with cousins on the Scottish island of Jura, Mandy finds an ill, abandoned seal pup during a boat trip. The baby needs special care, but helping it means first earning the frightened animal’s trust.
Shetland in the Shed
by Lucy Daniels
1997
Polly stays with the Hope family while her father is in hospital, bringing her new Shetland pony along. She fears horses despite growing up around them, and Mandy and James try to help her overcome that fear.
Squirrels in the School
by Lucy Daniels
1997
A family of squirrels disrupts preparations for the school play and chews through an electrical cable. When the head calls pest controllers who intend to use poison, Mandy and James must find a way to save the animals.
Swan in the Swim
by Lucy Daniels
1997
Mandy is called to remove a swan from the Parker Smythes’ swimming pool, but the bird may have a broken wing and appears to be in shock. Getting her to Animal Ark becomes an urgent rescue.
Bears in the Barn
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Camping in Arkansas, Mandy and James discover a mother bear and her cubs. As the animals travel back toward their own territory, Mandy tries to help them overcome the dangers along their cross-country journey.
Cat Crazy
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Mandy and James meet Mrs Browne, who lives on a houseboat with her cats. When local residents want her driven out of town, the friends try to defend a woman whose love of cats has made her unpopular.
Doggy Dare
by Lucy Daniels
1998
New boy Joey befriends a stray dog called Scruff, but his mother refuses to let him keep it. Mandy and James help their deaf schoolmate make a case for giving his new companion a permanent home.
Dolphin in the Deep
by Lucy Daniels
1998
On a trip to America, Mandy meets two tame dolphins, Bob and Bing. When Bob dies, Bing becomes lonely, and Mandy's friend Joel proposes releasing him into the wild, raising questions about how best to help him.
Duckling Diary
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Mandy discovers a ruined duck's nest with one egg still intact. Determined to give the duckling a chance, she keeps the egg warm and tries to hatch it herself, taking on an unfamiliar responsibility for its survival.
Gerbil Genius
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Mandy finds an escaped gerbil near the river and tries to help it. The little animal proves difficult to settle into a home, leaving her with the problem of finding somewhere it can live safely.
Hamster in the Holly
by Lucy Daniels
1998
During preparations for a school holiday show, Honey the hamster escapes from her cage. Last seen near a holly bush in the snow, she needs Mandy and James to find her before the winter cold becomes dangerous.
Horse in the House
by Lucy Daniels
1998
A former riding stable becomes a campsite, but visitors report seeing a mysterious horse and rider appear and vanish. Mandy and James investigate the sightings, trying to understand the strange events upsetting the new business.
Hound at the Hospital
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Mandy and James spend a week at an animal hospital, where inspector Danny Davies works with his beagle Sasha. When Sasha is critically injured during a patrol, their visit becomes an urgent effort to save the dog.
Lamb Lessons
by Lucy Daniels
1998
A school farming project pairs Mandy with Dillon, the class bully. As they care for a lamb called Snowy, Mandy worries about Dillon's treatment of the animal and tries to protect their vulnerable charge.
Otter in the Outhouse
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Visiting a Scottish loch, Mandy and James learn about an otter conservation project threatened by a new watersports centre. When an otter family disappears and leaves babies behind, the friends try to protect the animals from further harm.
Pet's Party
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Max visits Welford for Christmas with his puppy Sandy, but his grandmother wants the dog sent to kennels. Mandy and James hope the holiday festivities will persuade her to let Sandy stay with the family.
Ponies at the Point
by Lucy Daniels
1998
On holiday in Ireland, Mandy and James discover wild ponies and a foal hurt by a tight rope halter. The injury suggests someone is stealing the animals, drawing the friends into a search for the horse thieves.
Rabbits on the Run
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Farmer Sam Western threatens to destroy a rabbit warren after the animals eat his crops. Mandy and James work with John Hardy on a plan to move the rabbits, hoping to save them without harming the farm.
Racoons on the Roof
by Lucy Daniels
1998
While visiting America, Mandy discovers a raccoon mother and her babies on the roof of the house where she is staying. A neighbour wants to trap and destroy them, leaving Mandy searching for a way to protect the family.
Sheep at the Show
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Lizzie, a blind sheep, wanders into danger and narrowly avoids an accident. When a neighbouring farmer bans her from the annual show, Mandy and James try to persuade him that Lizzie should still be allowed to attend.
The Arrival
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Jenny Miles wants to keep a tiny border collie puppy born with a twisted leg. On her family's struggling sheep farm, every dog must earn its keep, making her belief in Jess difficult to defend.
The Challenge
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Lambing season brings more orphaned lambs than usual to Jenny's family farm. Watching how gently Jess behaves around the vulnerable animals, she wonders whether her border collie can help with the growing burden of caring for them.
The Runaway
by Lucy Daniels
1998
Whale in the Waves
by Lucy Daniels
1998
During a holiday in a Welsh fishing village, Mandy and James discover a whale trapped in the harbour. Its baby waits outside, making their rescue plans urgent as they try to reunite the two animals safely.
Bunny Bonanza
by Lucy Daniels
1999
James suggests letting visitors pay to pet rabbits at a fundraising event. Mandy helps organize the attraction, but finding enough rabbits becomes a problem, and the friends must make their animal-based idea work for the occasion.
Cat in the Crypt
by Lucy Daniels
1999
When Bathsheba, the vicarage cat, runs away, Mandy becomes troubled by dreams of a mysterious stone-coloured cat. She wonders whether the ghostly visitor has a message that could help her understand the disappearance of the living animal.
Cat's Cradle
by Lucy Daniels
1999
While Mandy and James rehearse a school nativity play, their teacher finds a kitten in her garage. Too busy to keep it, she leaves the friends facing the difficult task of finding a home during Christmas.
Chinchilla Up the Chimney
by Lucy Daniels
1999
A chinchilla hidden in receptionist Jean Knox's shopping escapes inside Animal Ark and climbs up the chimney. Mandy worries about its lack of food and water while trying to coax it down and trace its owner.
Daisy, Buttercup, And Weed
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Three of Bracken's kittens settle into new homes, each with a different challenge. Quiet Daisy worries her owners, Buttercup struggles with a large family's attention, and timid Weed needs someone willing to give an overlooked kitten a chance.
Dog in the Dungeon
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Mandy and James visit a castle associated with Aminta, a deerhound whose family once protected its owners. Sightings of the ghostly dog following the estate owner's death draw the friends into investigating the mystery behind her appearances.
Emerald, Amber and Jet
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Three more of Bracken's kittens leave for new homes, where their different personalities shape the experience. Inquisitive Emerald, mischievous Amber, and attention-seeking Jet must adjust to their owners as each begins life away from the litter.
Ferret Fun
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Mandy finds a stray ferret beneath a shed and includes her in a school fundraising day. When Freddie disappears before the event can finish, Mandy must find the animal whose participation was meant to help buy books.
Foal Frolics
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Missing objects at a holiday campsite lead Mandy and James to Mischief, a foal also stealing golf balls nearby. When the golf course groundsman demands his removal, the friends try to find a way for him to stay.
Frog Friends
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Frogs return to Farmer Jessop's pond to lay their spawn, only to find it has been filled in. With the tadpoles' survival at risk, another pond must be found to replace the breeding place they have lost.
Ginger, Nutmeg and Clove
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Bracken's nine kittens need loving owners, and the first three begin settling into their new homes. Fearless Ginger, curious Nutmeg, and gentle Clove bring different personalities to the experience of leaving their mother and joining new families.
Gorilla in the Glade
by Lucy Daniels
1999
During a visit to an African national park, Mandy and James find an abandoned baby gorilla. They seek a surrogate mother for Jojo, but the female they find already has a baby and may refuse another.
Hedgehog Home
by Lucy Daniels
1999
A burst water pipe floods the garden of a house Mandy's grandparents are looking after. Harold the hedgehog loses his nest, and Mandy must find him shelter while snow and frozen ground prevent him from building another.
Last Hope
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Josie needs to find a new home for Hope, a reliable horse whose plain appearance makes people overlook her. As an animal sanctuary expresses interest, Josie worries about finding someone who will appreciate Hope's gentle nature.
Panda in the Park
by Lucy Daniels
1999
In China, Mandy and James discover a panda cub alone near a research park. Mrs Hope warns that a lengthy separation could cause its mother to reject it, making their search for her a race against time.
Pigs at the Picnic
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Volunteering at a farm that preserves rare animal breeds, Mandy and James help prepare a fundraising picnic. When someone releases the pigs into the food, the friends must round them up and rescue the event.
Pony in the Post / Pony in a Package
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Animal Ark receives an unwanted miniature pony through the post, leaving Mandy with an unusual Christmas mystery. She tries to discover who sent the animal and where it belongs while helping her parents at the veterinary surgery.
Puppy in a Puddle
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Mandy's father diagnoses a small sheepdog puppy as deaf. When Mandy finds another abandoned pup in poor condition, she and James begin investigating whether a local breeder could be responsible for the problems affecting both animals.
Rat Riddle
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Martin's birthday rats, Cheddar and Pickle, enjoy racing through their special run. When speedy Pickle slows down and becomes stuck, Mandy tries to understand what is wrong with the animal before the problem gets worse.
Stallion in the Storm
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Visiting Folan's Racing Stables with Mandy's father, Mandy and James hear that jockeys believe the place is haunted. They investigate reports of Tibor, a stallion killed in a race, hoping to understand his mysterious return.
Tabby in the Tub
by Lucy Daniels
1999
A pregnant feral tabby arrives in Welford without anyone to care for her. Mandy worries about the approaching kittens, while postman Bill Ward offers shelter in his shed, creating a connection between the stray and his own household.
The Betrayal
by Lucy Daniels
1999
During bonfire night, Jess leads Jenny to a fire in the farmhouse. Because the blaze began in her room, everyone suspects she caused it, leaving Jenny determined to prove she isn't responsible for the damage.
The Homecoming
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Jenny Miles returns to Windy Hill after the farmhouse has been refurbished. Her homecoming reunites her with Jess, the devoted border collie whose life she saved and whose companionship has become central to her own.
The Sacrifice
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Tiger on the Track
by Lucy Daniels
1999
Visiting an Indian tiger reserve with Mandy's mother, Mandy and James learn that two cubs' mother has vanished. Other disappearances suggest poachers are operating nearby, and the friends try to find the missing tigers.
Badgers by the Bridge
by Lucy Daniels
2000
Mandy and James persuade a television journalist to investigate suspected badger baiting around Welford. Finding two abandoned cubs makes the threat urgent, as they worry that the animals' mother has become a victim.
Colt in the Cave
by Lucy Daniels
2000
A school visit to an old mine makes Mandy think about the ponies that once worked underground. Mysterious eyes in the darkness and a troubled pony in her dreams suggest an animal still needs help.
Deer on the Drive
by Lucy Daniels
2000
A television crew plans to film deer at Glisterdale Grange, but newly sold land puts the herd's home at risk. Mandy and James enlist the Wildlife Ways team in an effort to protect the animals.
Foxes on the Farm
by Lucy Daniels
2000
While helping film a wildlife program, Mandy and James see a mother fox shot for stealing a chicken. Her cubs depend on a younger vixen, and the friends must find more help to keep them alive.
Giraffe in a Jam
by Lucy Daniels
2000
On safari in South Africa, Mandy notices a mother giraffe unable to stand after drinking at a waterhole. With lions nearby and a calf depending on her, Mandy struggles with advice to let nature take its course.
Hippo in a Hole
by Lucy Daniels
2000
A violent storm disrupts Mandy and James's South African safari. When they find a mother hippo guarding her trapped calf, a failed rescue attempt leaves Mandy searching for another way to help the animals.
Hound on the Heath
by Lucy Daniels
2000
Camping on Dalton Heath, Mandy and James hear howling linked to a dog separated from its owner long ago. A lonely greyhound near an abandoned house refuses to follow them, leaving the friends to investigate.
Into the Blue
by Lucy Daniels
2000
Jody begins an ocean voyage with her family to research dolphins, recording their experiences in her diary. When a storm throws her overboard, an encounter with a lost dolphin changes the opening stage of the journey.
Leopard at the Lodge
by Lucy Daniels
2000
At a South African lodge, Mandy and James meet a leopard raised there after being abandoned. When she is found drugged and her cubs are missing, the friends help investigate suspected wildlife smugglers.
Mouse in the Mistletoe
by Lucy Daniels
2000
Sara loses her new mouse, Muffin, at the local garden center just before Christmas. Mandy and James search the village, growing increasingly worried that the little pet may have crossed paths with the center's cat.
Piglet Pranks
by Lucy Daniels
2000
Visiting relatives in Scotland, Mandy hopes Ewan's mischievous piglet Twiglet can win a pet competition at the Highland Games. A rival piglet and Twiglet's reputation for causing trouble make the contest anything but straightforward.
Pup at the Palace
by Lucy Daniels
2000
On a sightseeing trip to London, Mandy and James notice an apparently ownerless Labrador puppy near Buckingham Palace. Further sightings around the city turn their holiday into a search for the animal and its home.
Riding the Storm
by Lucy Daniels
2000
Jody reaches the Bahamas hoping to study Atlantic spotted dolphins. Rumors of a lost treasure ship add excitement to the visit, but nearby teenagers have their own interest in finding the wreck and its riches.
Spaniel Surprise
by Lucy Daniels
2000
Ben desperately wants a puppy, but a rescue program rejects him and his mother opposes having a pet. Mandy and James try to show her that the right dog could fit their family.
The Discovery
by Lucy Daniels
2000
Jenny and Jess help rescue birds threatened by an oil spill at Puffin Island. Their new friendship with David raises questions about his father, while Carrie's returning leukemia brings another worry close to home.
The Gift
by Lucy Daniels
2000
Jenny and Jess help organize fundraising for Carrie as she faces leukemia treatment. A party brings Jenny's father and the housekeeper closer, while concern for their friend draws the community into a shared effort.
Where to start with Lucy Daniels
For the original Animal Ark stories: Kittens in the Kitchen → Pony on the Porch → Puppies in the Pantry
For dolphin adventures: Into the Blue → Touching the Waves → Riding the Storm
For spooky animal mysteries: Stallion in the Storm → Cat in the Crypt → Dog in the Dungeon
For Mandy as an adult vet: Summer at Hope Meadows → Christmas At Mistletoe Cottage → Springtime at Wildacre
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