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The Five Find-Outers

by Enid Blyton

15 books Started 1943 Latest 1961
Publication Reading Order

The The Five Find-Outers is a YA Fiction / Children's Fiction series by Enid Blyton, made up of 15 books published between 1943 and 1961. It begins with The Mystery of the Burnt Cottage (1943), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Mystery of Banshee Towers (1961), spanning 18 years of storytelling.

15books
18years active
3decades
~1.3yrs between books
1961latest release
# Title Year Buy
1940s
1 The Mystery of the Burnt Cottage 1943 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 The Mystery of the Strange Bundle 1943 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 The Mystery of the Disappearing Cat 1944 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 The Mystery of the Secret Room 1945 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 The Mystery of the Spiteful Letters 1946 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 The Mystery of the Missing Necklace 1947 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 The Mystery of the Hidden House 1948 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 The Mystery of the Pantomime Cat 1949 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1950s
9 The Mystery of the Invisible Thief 1950 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 The Mystery of the Vanished Prince 1951 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 The Mystery of Holly Lane 1953 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 The Mystery of Tally-Ho Cottage 1954 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 The Mystery of the Strange Messages 1956 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 The Mystery of the Missing Man 1956 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1960s
15 The Mystery of Banshee TowersLatest 1961 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

The Five Find-Outers series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the The Five Find-Outers series?

Start with The Mystery of the Burnt Cottage (1943), the first book in the The Five Find-Outers series by Enid Blyton. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the The Five Find-Outers series?

There are 15 books in the The Five Find-Outers series by Enid Blyton, published between 1943 and 1961.

What is the first book in the The Five Find-Outers series?

The first book in the The Five Find-Outers series is The Mystery of the Burnt Cottage, published in 1943 by Enid Blyton.

What is the latest book in the The Five Find-Outers series?

The most recent book in the The Five Find-Outers series is The Mystery of Banshee Towers (1961) by Enid Blyton.

Enid Blyton (1897-1968) was a prolific British children's author whose adventure and mystery stories captivated generations of young readers. Born in London, she began writing in her early 20s and published her first book in 1922. Blyton's most famous works include the "Noddy," "The Famous Five," and "The Secret Seven" series, which sold millions of copies worldwide. Her stories were known for their exciting plots, memorable characters, and educational value. Despite her enormous popularity, Blyton's work has been criticized for its simplicity, stereotyping, and lack of literary merit. However, her books have endured the test of time and continue to entertain children around the globe.

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