
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: 9781444954791
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Age Range: Ages 9-12 (Grades 4-7)
Overview
Discover the complete Malory Towers saga in one charming 12-book paperback set, following spirited schoolgirl Darrell Rivers from her nervous first day through six full years at a Cornish boarding school by the sea. The original six novels by Enid Blyton are joined by six further terms continuing Darrell's story, carrying the friendships, mischief, and lessons of Malory Towers all the way to a heartfelt goodbye. Ideal for readers aged 9-12, this collection is packed with dorm-room secrets, midnight feasts, tricky exams, and the everyday triumphs and setbacks of growing up alongside a lively cast of classmates and teachers.
About the Books
Malory Towers is one of the best-loved boarding-school series in children's fiction, following twelve-year-old Darrell Rivers from her anxious arrival as a new girl through six eventful years at the clifftop school in Cornwall. The first six novels, written by Enid Blyton between 1946 and 1951, introduce the core cast: quick-tempered but big-hearted Darrell, steady best friend Sally, mischievous Alicia, snobbish Gwendoline, and a rotating gallery of teachers and dorm-mates whose rivalries and reconciliations drive each term forward. Term by term, Darrell learns to master her temper, stand up for what is right, and grow into a trusted Head Girl by her final year. The story continues in six further novels written by Pamela Cox, which pick up directly after Darrell's graduation and follow the school through new intakes, fresh scandals, and evolving friendships, right up to a bittersweet farewell to Malory Towers itself. Together the twelve books preserve the gentle rhythm of school terms — arrivals, lacrosse matches, exams, midnight feasts, and end-of-term concerts — while never shying away from real conflicts like bullying, jealousy, and family trouble. Blyton's brisk, dialogue-driven storytelling and Cox's faithful continuation give the collection a satisfying sense of one long, unbroken school career. Perfectly paced for independent readers, each installment is short enough to finish in a sitting yet substantial enough to build genuine attachment to the characters. For fans of classic school stories, this set offers a complete, start-to-finish journey through one of Britain's most enduring fictional schools.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
First Term at Malory Towers — Darrell Rivers arrives as a nervous new girl and begins learning to control her quick temper.
Second Form at Malory Towers — Darrell returns for a new year as friendships deepen and a troubling case of theft unsettles the school.
Third Year at Malory Towers — Darrell faces the pressures of growing responsibility as new girls and old rivalries test her patience.
Upper Fourth at Malory Towers — A new term brings fresh challenges as Darrell and her friends navigate schoolwork, sport, and shifting loyalties.
In the Fifth at Malory Towers — With exams approaching, Darrell must balance ambition with kindness as the class prepares for its final years.
Last Term at Malory Towers — Now Head Girl, Darrell faces her final term and reflects on how far she has come since her first day.
New Term at Malory Towers — The story continues with a new generation of girls arriving at Malory Towers under fresh circumstances.
Summer Term at Malory Towers — A warm-weather term brings new friendships and fresh mysteries to the school grounds.
Winter Term at Malory Towers — Cold weather and cozy dormitory scenes frame another season of schoolgirl drama and loyalty.
Fun and Games at Malory Towers — Sports day rivalries and lighthearted pranks bring energy to this later installment.
Secrets at Malory Towers — A hidden secret threatens to unravel friendships as the series builds toward its conclusion.
Goodbye Malory Towers — The series reaches its emotional close as characters say farewell to the school that shaped them.
About the Authors
Enid Blyton (1897-1968) was a hugely prolific English children's author whose works include Malory Towers, The Famous Five, and Noddy, among hundreds of others written across four decades. Her brisk storytelling and memorable characters made her one of the most widely read children's authors of the twentieth century. Pamela Cox is a British author who continued the Malory Towers series with six further novels, extending Darrell Rivers' story with the blessing of Blyton's estate while staying true to the original tone, setting, and cast of characters that made the series so beloved.
Why You'll Love This Collection
This complete 12-book set delivers the full Malory Towers experience in one go — nostalgic, funny, and full of heart, following Darrell Rivers from a nervous new girl to confident Head Girl and beyond. It's a wonderful birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, back-to-school treat, or summer reading pick for young readers who love stories about friendship, school life, and growing up together.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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