BookBingeThe Giver Books in Order
Science FictionYoung Adult
A boy in a colorless utopia discovers the memories of the world before Sameness.
Here is the complete The Giver reading order — all 4 books by Lois Lowry, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- The Giver(1993)
- Gathering Blue(2000)
- Messenger(2004)
- Son(2012)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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How many books are in the The Giver series?
There are 4 books in the The Giver series by Lois Lowry, beginning with The Giver (1993) and most recently Son (2012).
What is the first The Giver book?
The first book is The Giver, published in 1993. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read The Giver in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.