Discover the origins of the warrior Clans in this thrilling prequel to Erin Hunter’s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series The first book in the Dawn of the Clans series takes readers back to the earliest days of the Clans, when the cats first settled in the forest and began to forge the warrior code. Long before Firestar left his kittypet home to join ThunderClan, a band of cats from the mountains set off on a dangerous journey in search of a new home. . . . Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail delivers all the epic adventure and thrilling fantasy that Warriors fans have come to expect. This prequel arc is the perfect introduction for new Warriors readers—and a long-awaited tale of the origins of the Clans that will thrill dedicated Erin Hunter fans! Also contains an exclusive bonus scene!
Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series
This saga chronicles the nascent beginnings of legendary feline societies. Set against a backdrop of untamed wilderness, it depicts the struggles of wild cats for survival and the establishment of their unique social structures. Explore their origins, filled with peril, burgeoning alliances, and the difficult choices that shaped their destiny. It's a compelling narrative of courage, loyalty, and the quest for belonging.






Recommended Reading Order
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Depuis bien des lunes, une tribu de chats vit paisiblement dans les montagnes. Mais les proies se raréfient et survivre devient de plus en plus dur... Guidé par une vision, un groupe de jeunes courageux décide de partir à l'aventure pour trouver de nouvelles terres. Ils vont devoir parcourir le sentier du soleil, un monde périlleux peuplé de chats errants, solitaires et menaçants...
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Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail
- 368 pages
- 13 hours of reading
A tribe of cats leaves their mountain home in search of a better life, and find themselves in a lush forest filled with water, prey, and unexpected dangers--
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Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #2: Thunder Rising
- 368 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Discover the origins of the warrior Clans in the second book of this thrilling Warriors prequel series from #1 nationally bestselling author Erin Hunter-now featuring fierce new art.
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Warriors. The First Battle
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Discover the origins of the warrior Clans in the third book of this thrilling prequel arc from mega-bestselling author Erin Hunter. The Dawn of the Clans series takes readers back to the earliest days of the Clans, when the cats first settled in the forest and began to forge the Warrior code. The rivalry between Gray Wing and Clear Sky has driven a bitter wedge between the forest cats. As Thunder and Gray Wing struggle to find a peaceful path for the future, tensions are growing. What began as a misunderstanding between two brothers has spread far and wide—and now every mountain cat, rogue, and kittypet in the forest will be forced to pick a side. Dawn of the Clans #3: The First Battle also contains an exclusive bonus scene and a teaser to Dawn of the Clans #4: The Blazing Star.
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Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #4: The Blazing Star
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Includes Bonus Scene and excerpt of Book 5: A Forest Divided.
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Warriors: Dawn of the Clans 5: A Forest Divided
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Discover the origins of the warrior Clans in the fifth book of this thrilling Warriors prequel series from #1 nationally bestselling author Erin Hunter. The Dawn of the Clans series takes readers back to the earliest days of the Clans, when the cats first settled in the forest and began to forge the warrior code. The spirit-cats have spoken: to survive, the cats from the mountains must grow and spread like the Blazing Star. Clear Sky believes the only way to grow is to band together again, but few cats are willing to ally with him. While Tall Shadow plans to establish a new camp in the pine forest, River Ripple is content by the water, and Wind Runner has made her own home on the moor. The time has now come for all cats to decide where they will live—and where their allegiances truly lie. Dawn of the Clans #5: A Forest Divided also contains an exclusive bonus scene and a teaser to the next Warriors adventure.
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Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #6: Path of Stars
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Includes an excerpt from the author's The apprentice's quest.