The Silver Arrow

The Silver Arrow (The Silver Arrow #1) by Lev Grossman

On an ordinary birthday, Kate receives an extraordinary gift: a sleek old steam train that isn’t just for show—it’s a ticket to a hidden world where talking animals, endangered species, and magical railways intersect.

The Silver Arrow series invites readers into a quiet kind of magic—not the kind born of spells or sorcery, but of wonder, courage, and unexpected responsibility. This isn’t a story that barrels through fantasy tropes. Instead, it glides along winding tracks through a world that feels tender, strange, and just a little bit wild. At its heart is a train ride like no other, where every stop introduces a new creature with a story to tell and a truth to confront.

As Kate and her younger brother Tom take on the mantle of conductors, the journey becomes something more than a whimsical adventure. It’s a mission to protect what’s been overlooked, to listen when the world whispers rather than shouts. With quiet humor and a deep reverence for nature, the story explores the balance between curiosity and care—between discovery and responsibility.

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The Silver Arrow consists of two books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.


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Speculative Fiction Books

(The Silver Arrow #1 / 3)
2020 | fantasy, young adult
(The Silver Arrow #2 / 3)
2022 | fantasy, young adult
(The Silver Arrow #3 / 3)
2026 | fantasy, young adult | Release date TBA

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