Malory Towers by Enid Blyton 12 Books Collection Set - Ages 9-14 (Grades 4-9) - Paperback

Titles in This Set
First Term at Malory Towers
Second Form at Malory Towers
Third Year at Malory Towers
Upper Fourth at Malory Towers
In the Fifth at Malory Towers
Last Term at Malory Towers
New Term at Malory Towers
Summer Term at Malory Towers
Winter Term at Malory Towers
Fun and Games at Malory Towers
Secrets at Malory Towers
Goodbye Malory Towers

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789123691234
Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
Age Range: Ages 9-14 (Grades 4-9)

Overview
Step into the corridors of Malory Towers with this complete 12-book paperback collection following Darrell Rivers from her nervous first day through to her final farewell. Set at a lively girls' boarding school in Cornwall, the series blends midnight feasts, sports days, and classroom scrapes with genuine lessons about friendship, fairness, and growing up. Written by Enid Blyton, with the final six terms continued by Pamela Cox, the collection keeps the beloved voice and setting consistent across all twelve installments. Compact and durable, this paperback set is built for repeat reading, making it a natural fit for family bookshelves, classroom libraries, and long car rides alike.

About the Books
Malory Towers began in 1946 as Enid Blyton's answer to the classic school story, and it has remained a favorite introduction to boarding-school fiction ever since. The twelve books follow Darrell Rivers term by term, from an uncertain new girl in First Term to a confident head girl in her final year. Along the way, she is joined by an unforgettable cast, including steady Sally, dramatic Gwendoline, and gentle Mary-Lou, each of whom brings her own struggles and triumphs to the dormitory. The first six titles were written by Blyton herself, while the final six were completed decades later by Pamela Cox, extending Darrell's story with the same warmth and attention to school-day detail. Across the set, readers encounter midnight feasts, swimming pool mishaps, tricky exams, and the occasional prank gone wrong, all handled with Blyton's trademark blend of humor and moral clarity. Themes of loyalty, honesty, and standing up for what's right run through every term, giving young readers plenty to think about between the laughs. Because each book covers a single school year, the collection also works well as a read-aloud or independent reading set that can be picked up in order or dipped into individually. For decades, Malory Towers has introduced children to the rhythms of boarding-school life long before more modern series existed, and this complete set lets new readers experience the full arc of Darrell's journey from nervous new girl to confident young woman, all in one place.

Key Benefits

• All 12 Malory Towers books together in one complete paperback collection
• Follows Darrell Rivers' full journey from First Term through Goodbye
• Classic school-story themes of friendship, fairness, and resilience
• Compact paperback format, ideal for backpacks, shelves, and travel
• Great for independent readers or as a family read-aloud series
• A lasting gift for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading

Book-by-Book Guide
First Term at Malory Towers — Darrell Rivers arrives as a new girl and must learn the school's routines while making her first real friends.
Second Form at Malory Towers — Darrell returns for a new year filled with fresh mischief, classroom antics, and growing loyalties among her form.
Third Year at Malory Towers — Rivalries sharpen and responsibilities grow as Darrell begins to take on a more grown-up role at school.
Upper Fourth at Malory Towers — Exams and high spirits collide as the girls balance schemes and studies during an eventful term.
In the Fifth at Malory Towers — Darrell faces new social pressures and academic challenges as the group nears the end of their school years.
Last Term at Malory Towers — Blyton closes out her original run with reflection, farewells, and the final lessons of school life.
New Term at Malory Towers — Pamela Cox picks up the story with a fresh term of new arrivals and familiar school traditions.
Summer Term at Malory Towers — Sunny days bring lighter adventures alongside continuing lessons in kindness and teamwork.
Winter Term at Malory Towers — Colder days set the scene for indoor mischief, cozy friendships, and seasonal school events.
Fun and Games at Malory Towers — Sports and lively competitions test the girls' sportsmanship and camaraderie.
Secrets at Malory Towers — Hidden truths and misunderstandings challenge friendships as the series nears its close.
Goodbye Malory Towers — The final book brings a heartfelt send-off as the girls prepare to leave school life behind.

About the Authors
Enid Blyton (1897-1968) was one of the most prolific children's authors of the twentieth century, writing the original six Malory Towers titles alongside other beloved series such as The Famous Five and The Secret Seven. Her warm, direct storytelling style has kept her books popular with young readers for generations. Pamela Cox, a British author and screenwriter, was later commissioned by Blyton's estate to continue the Malory Towers story, writing the final six books to complete Darrell Rivers' journey through the school with the same spirit and setting fans had come to love.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This complete 12-book set delivers the full Malory Towers story in one convenient paperback collection, perfect for devoted fans and first-time readers alike. It makes a thoughtful birthday gift, a welcome addition to a classroom library, or a reliable pick for summer reading and quiet school-holiday afternoons.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.