📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of City Of The Beasts Books Best for beginners - Start with "City of the Beasts" (2002)
Publication Order of Perla Books Popular choice - Start with "Perla The Mighty Dog" (2024)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "The House of the Spirits" (1982)

About the Author

Isabel Allende was born on 2nd August 1942 in Lima, Peru. Isabel’s parents, Tomás who was government representative of Chile and Francisca Llona Barros divorced when she was only three. Isabel moved to Santiago with her mother after the divorce. In Santiago, Chile she was raised in the home of her grandparents. Her grandmother had an interest in fortune-telling and astrology. She also told other stories. All these made a lasting impression on Isabel. The house was full with books which she was allowed to read. At age 16, Allende graduated from a private high school. Three years after her graduation, she got married to her 1st husband Miguel Frías who was an engineer. While in Santiago, Allende worked in the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization as a secretary for many years. Sh. Isabel Allende is the author of over 42 books across 9 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of City Of The Beasts Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Isabel Allende has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Daughter Of Fortune Books

2 books
  • Daughter of Fortune 'Daughter of Fortune' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Daughter Of Fortune Books series, set in the world Isabel Allende has created.
    (1999) ⭐ Start here
  • Portrait in Sepia Join the adventure in 'Portrait in Sepia' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Daughter Of Fortune Books series by Isabel Allende.
    (2001) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of City Of The Beasts Books

3 books
  • City of the Beasts The Publication Order of City Of The Beasts Books series continues with 'City of the Beasts', another thrilling entry from Isabel Allende.
    (2002)
  • Kingdom of the Golden Dragon Epic fantasy awaits in 'Kingdom of the Golden Dragon', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of City Of The Beasts Books series by Isabel Allende.
    (2004)
  • Forest of the Pygmies 'Forest of the Pygmies' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of City Of The Beasts Books series, set in the world Isabel Allende has created.
    (2004)

Publication Order of Perla Books

2 books
  • Perla The Mighty Dog Experience the magic of 'Perla The Mighty Dog' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Perla Books universe.
    (2024)
  • Perla and the Pirate The Publication Order of Perla Books series continues with 'Perla and the Pirate', another thrilling entry from Isabel Allende.
    (2025)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

16 books
  • The House of the Spirits 'The House of the Spirits' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Isabel Allende has created.
    (1982)
  • Of Love and Shadows 'Of Love and Shadows' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Isabel Allende.
    (1984)
  • Eva Luna Join the adventure in 'Eva Luna' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Isabel Allende.
    (1986)
  • The Infinite Plan In 'The Infinite Plan', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1991)
  • Zorro 'Zorro' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Isabel Allende has created.
    (2005)
  • Inés of My Soul In 'Inés of My Soul', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2006)
  • Island Beneath the Sea Join the adventure in 'Island Beneath the Sea' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Isabel Allende.
    (2009)
  • Maya's Notebook 'Maya's Notebook' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Isabel Allende has created.
    (2011)
  • Ripper In 'Ripper', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2013)
  • The Japanese Lover 'The Japanese Lover' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Isabel Allende.
    (2015)
  • In the Midst of Winter Experience the magic of 'In the Midst of Winter' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2017)
  • A Long Petal of the Sea Join the adventure in 'A Long Petal of the Sea' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Isabel Allende.
    (2019)
  • The Soul of a Woman In 'The Soul of a Woman', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2020)
  • Violeta In 'Violeta', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2022)
  • The Wind Knows My Name In 'The Wind Knows My Name', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2023)
  • My Name Is Emilia del Valle Experience the magic of 'My Name Is Emilia del Valle' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2025)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

1 books
  • Lovers at the Museum 'Lovers at the Museum' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Isabel Allende.
    (2024)

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

2 books
  • The Stories of Eva Luna Join the adventure in 'The Stories of Eva Luna' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Isabel Allende.
    (1989)
  • Aphrodite: A Memoir of Senses In 'Aphrodite: A Memoir of Senses', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.
    (1998)

Publication Order of Graphic Novels

1 books
  • Zorro, Volume 1 Experience the magic of 'Zorro, Volume 1' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Graphic Novels universe.
    (2009)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

5 books
  • Paula Join the adventure in 'Paula' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Isabel Allende.
    (1994)
  • Mothers and Sons 'Mothers and Sons' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Isabel Allende has created.
    (1996)
  • Conversations with Isabel Allende The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Conversations with Isabel Allende', another thrilling entry from Isabel Allende.
    (1999)
  • My Invented Country: A Nostalgic Journey Through Chile The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'My Invented Country: A Nostalgic Journey Through Chile', another thrilling entry from Isabel Allende.
    (2003)
  • The Sum of Our Days The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'The Sum of Our Days', another thrilling entry from Isabel Allende.
    (2007)

Publication Order of Anthologies

10 books
  • The Penguin Book of Latin American Short Stories Experience the magic of 'The Penguin Book of Latin American Short Stories' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1992)
  • Sunrise to Sunset Experience the magic of 'Sunrise to Sunset' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1997)
  • Short Stories by Latin American Women: The Magic and the Real 'Short Stories by Latin American Women: The Magic and the Real' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Isabel Allende.
    (2003)
  • At the Threshold of Memory: New & Selected Poems The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'At the Threshold of Memory: New & Selected Poems', another thrilling entry from Isabel Allende.
    (2003)
  • Best of Best Women's Erotica Join the adventure in 'Best of Best Women's Erotica' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Isabel Allende.
    (2005)
  • Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Nineteenth Annual Collection Epic fantasy awaits in 'Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Nineteenth Annual Collection', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Isabel Allende.
    (2006)
  • Magical Sites: Women Travelers in 19th Century Latin America 'Magical Sites: Women Travelers in 19th Century Latin America' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Isabel Allende.
    (2010)
  • Better Than Fiction: True Travel Tales From Great Fiction Writers In 'Better Than Fiction: True Travel Tales From Great Fiction Writers', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2012)
  • The Penguin Book of Erotic Stories By Women The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Penguin Book of Erotic Stories By Women', another thrilling entry from Isabel Allende.
    (2012)
  • Writers: Their Lives and Works In 'Writers: Their Lives and Works', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2018)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Isabel Allende?

Isabel Allende is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 42 books. Popular series include Publication Order of City Of The Beasts Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Isabel Allende book series to start with?

For readers new to Isabel Allende's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of City Of The Beasts Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 3 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Isabel Allende's writing.

Q: How many books has Isabel Allende written?

Isabel Allende has written over 42 books across 9 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.