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Boy of the Painted Cave

3 books · Ages 8–13 · Chapter Books

Boy of the Painted Cave is a 3-book series for ages 8–13 by Justin Denzel. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, Hunt for the Last Cat and Return to the Painted Cave are great first picks.

All Books

No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.

Boy of the Painted Cave

Boy of the Painted Cave1988

Return to the Painted Cave

Return to the Painted Cave1997

Hunt for the Last Cat

Hunt for the Last Cat1991

What This Series Covers

Loneliness & Belonging History Survival & Wilderness Nature & Outdoors Animals Growing Up

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