The Twilight Saga
Reading Order.
Start with Twilight (2005).
The Twilight series, a vampiric-fantasy romance, charts the later teen years of Bella Swan as she moves to Forks, Washington, and falls in love with the 104-year-old vampire, Edward Cullen. The core narrative is told primarily from Bella's point of view, detailing their relationship and the resulting conflicts with other supernatural beings.
Where to start
Start with Twilight (2005).
- •Midnight Sun retells Twilight from Edward's point of view; read it after the saga.
At a Glance
- First Book:Twilight
- Latest Book:Midnight Sun
- Timeline:2005 - 2020
Complete Series Reading Order
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What order should I read The Twilight Saga in?
Start with Twilight (2005).
How many books are in The Twilight Saga?
4 main books, published 2005–2008, plus 1 side story.
Can I read The Twilight Saga out of order?
It's best not to. The books build on each other, so reading out of order spoils earlier twists.
Which books in The Twilight Saga are prequels, novellas or side stories?
"Midnight Sun" (spin-off). Each is placed in the reading order below.
Has The Twilight Saga been adapted for TV or film?
Five films (2008–2012) adapt the four books.