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Circle of Three Books in Order

15 Books
2001 – 2002 Published
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The Recommended Reading Order

To experience the story of Kate, Annie, and Cooper, you must read the series in its original publication order. The narrative is strictly linear, following the three girls as they embark on a traditional year-and-a-day study of Wicca. Starting with a single cast spell, their journey progresses sequentially through school life, relationships, and the festivals of the Pagan Wheel of the Year.

Circle of Three Books in Order

  1. So Mote It Be (2001)
  2. Merry Meet (2001)
  3. Second Sight (2001)
  4. What the Cards Said (2001)
  5. In the Dreaming (2001)
  6. Ring of Light (2001)
  7. Blue Moon (2001)
  8. The Five Paths (2001)
  9. Through the Veil (2001)
  10. Making the Saint (2001)
  11. The House of Winter (2001)
  12. Written in the Stars (2001)
  13. And It Harm None (2002)
  14. The Challenge Box (2002)
  15. Initiation (2002)

Publication vs. Chronological Order

There are no differences between the publication order and the chronological timeline of the series. Because the characters age and grow in their magical practices over a continuous, set period, skipping books or reading them out of sequence is not recommended. Doing so will spoil character arcs and Wiccan initiation milestones.

Spin-offs and Co-Authored Books

The series consists of exactly fifteen novels with no spin-offs, sequels, prequels, or co-authored books. However, Michael Thomas Ford wrote one final short story under the Isobel Bird pseudonym called "Ever After", which appeared in the 2007 YA horror anthology 666: The Number of the Beast. This story is a standalone piece and does not tie into the characters or world of the Circle of Three.

Frequently Asked

QWhere should I start reading Circle of Three?

You should start with the first book, So Mote It Be. The series follows a strict linear timeline, so reading in order is highly recommended.

QAre there any Circle of Three spin-offs or sequels?

No, there are no sequels or spin-offs. The main series concludes with the fifteenth book, Initiation.

QWho is the author behind the Isobel Bird pen name?

The series was written by author Michael Thomas Ford under the pseudonym Isobel Bird.

QWhat is the short story "Ever After" and is it connected to the series?

Written by Ford under his Isobel Bird pen name, "Ever After" is a standalone short story published in the 2007 anthology 666: The Number of the Beast. It is not connected to the Circle of Three universe.

QIs Circle of Three based on real Wiccan traditions?

Yes. The series is known for grounding its magic in real-world pagan and Wiccan practices, rather than fantastical witch tropes.

QAre the books still in print?

The books are currently out of print in physical format, but are widely available as eBooks and through second-hand retailers.