Books by Maurice Gee

8 books · Ages 8–18

Known for the The Fat Man and Gool and The O Trilogy series, Maurice Gee writes middle grade and young adult for ages 8–18, alongside 4 standalone books, exploring themes of fear & bravery, resilience & perseverance, adventure.

Series

The Fat Man
Gool
The Fat Man and Gool
2 books · Ages 11–16
The Halfmen of O
Motherstone
The O Trilogy
2 books · Ages 10–18

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Under the Mountain
Under the Mountain
Maurice Gee
While on holiday in Auckland, twins Theo and Rachel Matheson uncover a terrifying secret: giant, ancient creatures are w
Ages 8–12
Cover of The World Around the Corner
The World Around the Corner
Maurice Gee
For children eager to discover new possibilities, this tale encourages bravery in exploring the unknown and embracing ex
Ages 8–12
Cover of The Limping Man
The Limping Man
Maurice Gee
For children seeking a compelling mystery with a touch of the unsettling, this book explores bravery, friendship, and fa
Ages 9–13

By Age Range

Ages 8–11
5 books
Under the Mountain
The Fat Man
The Halfmen of O
Ages 12–18
8 books
Under the Mountain
Hostel Girl
The Fat Man

Common Themes

Fear & BraveryResilience & PerseveranceAdventureGood vs. EvilMonstersJustice & FairnessFantasy & MagicSelf-Confidence & Identity

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