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Vespers Rising
Rick Riordan

Vespers Rising

Quick Answer

Read "Vespers Rising" as the 2nd book in the The 39 Clues (Riordan Contributions) sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "The Maze Of Bones" (Book 1)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 2nd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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The Cahills aren't the only family searching for the Clues. . . . The Cahills thought they were the most powerful family the world had ever known. They thought they were the only ones who knew about Gideon Cahill and his Clues. The Cahills were wrong. Powerful enemies —the Vespers— have been waiting in the shadows. Now it’s their time to rise and the world will never be the same. In Vespers Rising, a brand new 39 Clues novel, bestselling authors Rick Riordan, Peter Lerangis, Gordon Korman and Jude Watson take on the hidden history of the Cahills and the Vespers, and the last, terrible legacy Grace Cahill leaves for Amy and Dan.

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Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for The 39 Clues (Riordan Contributions) conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading Vespers Rising?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read Vespers Rising before The Maze Of Bones?

No. We recommend reading The Maze Of Bones first. Vespers Rising is the 2th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Vespers Rising required reading for the The 39 Clues (Riordan Contributions)?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after Vespers Rising in the reading order?

Currently, Vespers Rising is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.