Pittacus Lore Books in Order
The complete guide to the Pittacus Lore books in order, including the Lorien Legacies, the Reborn sequels, and the Ashfall series.
Last updated: December 15, 2025
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Publication Order
39 books
Ashfall Prophecy
by Pittacus Lore
2022
The sequel to *Ashfall Legacy*. Syd is trying to find his place in the universe, but an ancient prophecy suggests he might be the key to saving—or destroying—everything.
Ashfall Legacy
by Pittacus Lore
2021
Syd Chambers knows he is half-alien, but he’s stuck on Earth. When a message from his missing father leads him to the stars, he uncovers a galactic conspiracy that puts him in the crosshairs of ruthless killers.
Return to Zero
by Pittacus Lore
2019
The finale of the *Lorien Legacies Reborn* trilogy. The Earth Garde are splintered, and a new villain threatens to wipe out all Legacy-wielders for good.
Raising Monsters
by Pittacus Lore
2019
A *Legacy Chronicles* novella. The heroes infiltrate a black market auction where human Garde are being sold as weapons.
Out of the Shadows
by Pittacus Lore
2019
A bind-up collection containing three *Legacy Chronicles* novellas: *Chasing Ghosts*, *Raising Monsters*, and *Killing Giants*.
Killing Giants
by Pittacus Lore
2019
A *Legacy Chronicles* novella. The team faces a massive biological weapon unleashed by their enemies, forcing them to fight a monster that shouldn't exist.
Up in Smoke
by Pittacus Lore
2018
The conclusion to the first arc of *The Legacy Chronicles*. Six and Sam must stop a plot that threatens to expose the new Garde to the world in a catastrophic way.
Into the Fire
by Pittacus Lore
2018
Sam and Six continue their mission in this novella, facing off against mercenaries who are hunting the new human Garde for profit.
Fugitive Six
by Pittacus Lore
2018
The sequel to *Generation One*. The Human Garde Academy is under scrutiny, and a group of students goes rogue to find out who is kidnapping their friends.
Chasing Ghosts
by Pittacus Lore
2018
Old enemies resurface in this novella. The mole from the Academy is on the loose, and the heroes must track them down before they sell secrets to the highest bidder.
Out of the Ashes
by Pittacus Lore
2017
A *Legacy Chronicles* novella. Following the war, Six and Sam are traveling the world to help new human Garde, but they stumble upon a new threat rising from the ruins.
Generation One
by Pittacus Lore
2017
The first book in the *Reborn* series. The war is over, but humans are developing powers. At the new Earth Garde Academy, a group of fresh recruits must learn to control their abilities before they destroy themselves.
Zero Hour
by Pittacus Lore
2016
Collects the novellas *Legacies Reborn*, *Last Defense*, and *Hunt for the Garde*. These stories bridge the gap to the sequel series, showing the first human Legacies appearing and the final cleanup operations after the war.
United as One
by Pittacus Lore
2016
The explosive finale to the original series. The Mogadorian invasion is total, and the Garde are the only thing standing between humanity and extinction. They must make a final, desperate stand to save Earth.
Last Defense
by Pittacus Lore
2016
Malcolm Goode is the only human who knows the whole truth. As the invasion begins, he must race to a secret bunker to secure information that could save them all.
Hunt for the Garde
by Pittacus Lore
2016
A novella from the perspective of the Mogadorians. It follows three different soldiers—one seeking redemption, one seeking blood, and one who questions the entire war.
The Navigator
by Pittacus Lore
2015
A rare look at the adults who saved the Garde. This story follows the pilot of the ship that brought the Loric children to Earth and what happened to him after they landed.
The Guard
by Pittacus Lore
2015
For years, a mysterious hacker has been helping the Garde from the shadows. This novella reveals her identity and her dangerous game against the Mogadorians.
The Fate of Ten
by Pittacus Lore
2015
The invasion has begun. Mogadorian warships are descending on major cities, and John Smith is fighting on the front lines in New York. Meanwhile, in Mexico, the rest of the team tries to unlock an ancient power in the Loric sanctuary that could turn the tide of the war.
Rebel Allies
by Pittacus Lore
2015
Contains three novellas: *The Fugitive*, *The Navigator*, and *The Guard*. Follow Mark James as he evades the FBI, learn the fate of the Loric pilots who flew the Garde to Earth, and meet the mysterious hacker aiding the resistance.
Legacies Reborn
by Pittacus Lore
2015
The story of Daniela Morales, a human teenager in New York who discovers she has developed Legacies during the invasion, bridging the gap to the sequel series.
The Revenge of Seven
by Pittacus Lore
2014
After a devastating loss, the Garde are fractured. One group is trapped in a Mogadorian base, while the others are hunting for their enemies. They must regroup before the invasion fleet arrives.
The Fugitive
by Pittacus Lore
2014
Mark James is on the run. Framed by the Mogadorians, he travels across the country trying to clear his name and track down Sarah Hart.
Return to Paradise
by Pittacus Lore
2014
Mark James, once a bully, is now trying to figure out his place in the secret war. Back in Paradise, Ohio, he notices suspicious activity and decides to investigate.
Hidden Enemy
by Pittacus Lore
2014
A collection of three novellas: *Five's Legacy*, *Return to Paradise*, and *Five's Betrayal*. These stories provide the crucial backstory for Number Five and document the strange events occurring in Paradise, Ohio, after John left.
Five's Legacy
by Pittacus Lore
2014
Number Five was the last to join the group, and his path was the darkest. This novella explains how he survived alone and what drove him toward his controversial choices.
Five's Betrayal
by Pittacus Lore
2014
Detailed events leading up to *The Fall of Five*, showing the internal conflict and external pressures that shaped Number Five's allegiance.
The Last Days of Lorien
by Pittacus Lore
2013
A prequel story set on Lorien before its destruction. It focuses on Sandor, Number Nine's Cêpan, as he tries to save as much of their history as possible before the end.
The Forgotten Ones
by Pittacus Lore
2013
Adam, the Mogadorian rebel, seeks out his own destiny. Separated from the Garde, he heads to Alaska to uncover a secret that could help win the war.
The Fall of Five
by Pittacus Lore
2013
The Garde have finally reunited, but the celebration is short-lived. A crop circle in the shape of a Loric symbol appears, signaling that Number Five is out there. As they race to bring him into the fold, they must decide if they are walking into a trap set by the Mogadorians.
Secret Histories
by Pittacus Lore
2013
A collection of three novellas: *The Search for Sam*, *The Last Days of Lorien*, and *The Forgotten Ones*. Discover what happened to Sam while he was imprisoned, witness the final moments of the planet Lorien, and follow Adam's journey as a Mogadorian traitor.
The Search for Sam
by Pittacus Lore
2012
Follow Sam Goode after he is left behind in the Mogadorian mountain base. Alone and imprisoned, he must rely on his wits to survive the enemy's interrogation.
The Rise of Nine
by Pittacus Lore
2012
John Smith has finally found Number Nine, but they couldn't be more different. While they butt heads over leadership, they must escape the FBI and the Mogadorians to find the rest of the Garde.
The Legacies
by Pittacus Lore
2012
A paperback collection of three early novellas: *Six's Legacy*, *Nine's Legacy*, and *The Fallen Legacies*. These stories reveal how Six and Nine survived on their own and recount the tragic history of the Numbers who were killed before the main series began.
The Fallen Legacies
by Pittacus Lore
2012
Narrated by Adam, a Mogadorian, this story tells the tragic tale of Numbers One, Two, and Three. It reveals how the Mogadorians tracked and killed the first of the Garde.
Nine's Legacy
by Pittacus Lore
2012
Number Nine has always been the wild card. This story recounts his life in Chicago before the main series, his public displays of power, and the mistake that led to his capture.
The Power of Six
by Pittacus Lore
2011
John Smith is on the run with Sam and Six. Meanwhile, in Spain, Number Seven is hiding in a convent, desperate to find the others. The narrative splits as the Garde realize they are not as alone as they thought.
Six's Legacy
by Pittacus Lore
2011
Before she joined John Smith, Number Six was fighting on her own. This novella details her capture by the Mogadorians and the brutal events that turned her into the warrior she became.
I Am Number Four
by Pittacus Lore
2010
Nine alien teenagers are hiding on Earth. Three are dead. John Smith is Number Four, and he is next. Moving to a small town in Ohio, he tries to lay low, but his powers—and his enemies—are about to reveal themselves.
Where should I start?
If you are new to the universe:
I Am Number Four → The Power of Six → The Rise of Nine
If you want the next generation of heroes (Sequel Series):
Generation One → Fugitive Six → Return to Zero
If you prefer a standalone space opera:
Ashfall Legacy
Author bio
Pittacus Lore is a bit of a puzzle to figure out. If you pick up one of the books and flip to the author biography on the back flap, you won’t find a picture of a smiling writer in a cozy cardigan. Instead, you are introduced to a Loric Elder. According to the official description, this powerful alien has been living on Earth for over a decade. He claims to be preparing for a massive war that will decide the fate of our planet.
In this fictional persona, Pittacus acts as the chronicler of the Lorien Legacies. He insists that he isn't writing fiction at all. Rather, he claims to be recording the actual history of nine alien teenagers who are hiding among humans.
It is a clever way to pull readers into the story before they even read the first page.
In reality, the name is a collective pseudonym. It was originally used by the writing team of James Frey and Jobie Hughes. Frey was already a well-known figure in the literary world, famous for his own controversial and high-profile career. He teamed up with Hughes, who was a fresh voice at the time, to craft the specific tone of the extraterrestrial warrior.
Together, they built a high-stakes universe where standard high school drama collides with intergalactic guerrilla warfare.
The pair launched the saga with the breakout hit I Am Number Four. This book introduced readers to John Smith, a teenager who is constantly on the run. He isn't normal, of course. He is one of the Garde, a group of gifted aliens hunted by a ruthless enemy known as the Mogadorians.
The hook was simple but incredibly effective. The first three children on the enemy's hit list were already dead. John Smith was Number Four.
Readers quickly found themselves addicted to the mix of genres. One moment, the characters are dealing with bullies, small-town crushes, and homework. The next, they are discovering superpowers—called Legacies—and blowing up buildings. It is a seamless blend of superhero origin stories and sci-fi thriller. The books found a massive audience because they feel like summer blockbuster movies captured on paper.
The universe didn't stop with that first adventure.
The original series spans seven books, taking the characters from hiding in the shadows of Ohio to fighting a global war. But the world of Pittacus Lore grew even larger than that.
There are collections of novellas known as The Lost Files, which fill in the gaps of the main story. These shorter tales look at the perspectives of other numbers, human allies, and even the villains. Later, a sequel series called Lorien Legacies Reborn continued the timeline, introducing a whole new generation of heroes to the fight.
While James Frey and Jobie Hughes eventually moved on to other projects, the name Pittacus Lore remains the permanent stamp of this expanded universe. It serves as a unifying voice for the entire franchise.
Whether the story is about the desperate fight for Earth or deep-space exploration, the "Pittacus" label promises a specific kind of ride. You know you are going to get fast-paced action, cinematic set pieces, and a lot of heart. It is a storytelling empire built on a simple question: what if the quiet kid in the back of the class was actually a superhero trying to save the world?
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