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The Named Series

This series transports readers to a rugged, prehistoric world ruled by intelligent wild cats known as the Named. Follow the journeys of young protagonists as they strive to protect their herds from ruthless rivals called the Un-Named. The narratives delve into themes of identity, survival, and discovering one's unique abilities, often in the face of exile and peril. It's an epic tale of coming-of-age and finding one's place in the wild.

Clan Ground
Ratha's Creature (the Named Series #1)
Ratha and Thistle-Chaser
Ratha's Challenge

Recommended Reading Order

  1. 1

    Ratha's Creature (the Named Series #1)

    • 296 pages
    • 11 hours of reading
    4.1(35)Add rating

    Set in a prehistoric world, the story follows Ratha, a young herder of the Named, intelligent wild cats who protect their herds from the Un-Named, their rivals. Initially believing the Un-Named to be lesser beings, Ratha's perspective shifts after an encounter with a taunting raider. As she discovers a powerful ability, her life takes a turn when the clan leader banishes her. Now exiled, Ratha must learn to harness her newfound strength and navigate survival without the skills of a hunter.

    Ratha's Creature (the Named Series #1)
  2. 2

    Clan Ground

    • 308 pages
    • 11 hours of reading
    4.5(14)Add rating

    The arrival of an enigmatic stranger brings significant change to Ratha's clan, challenging her understanding of the power she wields through her fire-creature. As Ratha navigates the complexities of leadership and the dynamics within her community, she must confront whether this newcomer truly grasps the depths of their bond and the potential consequences of their shared abilities. This story explores themes of leadership, trust, and the transformative impact of new relationships.

    Clan Ground
  3. 3

    Ratha and Thistle-Chaser

    • 268 pages
    • 10 hours of reading
    4.6(18)Add rating

    Struggling with trauma from her childhood, a solitary cat named Newt is haunted by nightmares of a creature she calls the Dreambiter. Despite her fears, she finds solace among the sea creatures on her beach. When a group of cats known as the Named arrives seeking refuge, conflict arises between Newt and Ratha, their leader, over the protection of the sea animals. As tensions rise, both cats discover unexpected similarities and must confront their pasts to find resolution and understanding.

    Ratha and Thistle-Chaser
  4. 4

    Ratha's Challenge

    • 252 pages
    • 9 hours of reading
    4.3(11)Add rating

    The plot revolves around Ratha and her daughter Thistle-chaser, who encounter a tribe of mammoth-hunting cats with a collective consciousness. This discovery challenges Ratha's belief in the uniqueness of her own kind, leading to potential conflict over resources. As tensions rise, Thistle-chaser's unique abilities may hold the key to resolving the situation, but both must confront their shared past to find a way forward. Themes of understanding, conflict, and the struggle for survival are central to their journey.

    Ratha's Challenge