Where to Start with Chronicles of an Urban Druid
To fully experience Fiona mac Cumhaill’s transformation from a regular Toronto bartender into a powerful guardian of nature, you should start at the very beginning with A Gilded Cage (2020). Reading the series in publication order is highly recommended, as the character development, family bonds, and overarching magical conflicts unfold chronologically across the entire saga.
Chronicles of an Urban Druid (Main Series)
This is the core 15-book story co-authored by Auburn Tempest (JL Madore) and Michael Anderle. It introduces Fiona, her tight-knit police family (the "fam jam"), and their battles against dark druids, mythological creatures, and ancient deities.
- A Gilded Cage (2020)
- A Sacred Grove (2020)
- A Family Oath (2020)
- A Witch’s Revenge (2020)
- A Broken Vow (2021)
- A Druid Hexed (2021)
- An Immortal’s Pain (2021)
- A Shaman's Power (2021)
- A Fated Bond (2021)
- A Dragon's Dare (2021)
- A God’s Mistake (2021)
- A Destiny Unlocked (2021)
- A United Front (2022)
- A Culling Tide (2022)
- A Danger Destroyed (2022)
Case Files of an Urban Druid (First Sequel Series)
This 7-book follow-up series picks up after the main saga. With the veil between realms fallen, Fiona has established herself as the Fae Liaison of Toronto, dealing with the chaotic aftermath of magic going public.
- Mayhem in Montreal (2022)
- Sorcery in San Francisco (2022)
- Necromancy in New Orleans (2022)
- Hazards in the Hidden City (2022)
- Hexes in Texas (2022)
- Wendigos in Washington (2023)
- Gods at Odds (2023)
Chronicles of an Urban Elemental (Spin-off Series)
Set in the same shared universe, this 6-book spin-off shifts the focus to a new protagonist, Jules, as she navigates her newly awakened elemental powers in Montreal. This series features crossovers with the main Druid storyline.
- Incendio: Flame Born (2023)
- Magicae: Power Dawning (2023)
- Potentia: Bonds Forged (2023)
- Fidelitas: Trust Realized (2023)
- Intellectus: Origins Discovered (2023)
- Regeneratus: Races Rekindled (2023)
Chronicles of a Hidden City / Carry On (Brothers Spin-off)
This 3-book series shifts the spotlight onto Fiona’s brothers, Emmet and Brendan, exploring their own magical exploits and survival inside the Hidden City.
- Carry On (2024)
- Back in Black (2024)
- Peace of Mind (2024)
Publication Order vs. Chronological Order
Because the events of the spin-offs directly build upon the major world changes that occur during Fiona's journey, the chronological order matches the publication order. Reading out of order will lead to significant spoilers, especially regarding the state of the magical veil and the evolving relationship dynamics of the Cumhaill family.