The Middle School Series
By James Patterson
Rafe Khatchadorian battles school, family and friendship disasters in this funny middle-grade series.
funny · relatable · heartwarming · fast-paced
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Average 4.69, from 35 readers
What is The Middle School series by James Patterson about?
Written from 2011 to 2025, James Patterson’s Middle School series follows Rafe Khatchadorian through the chaos of American middle school. Beginning with rule-breaking schemes and difficult family circumstances, the books progress through friendships, bullies, school trips, sport, travel and changing responsibilities, sometimes shifting focus to Rafe’s sister, Georgia. Fast-paced, illustrated and packed with humour, the series should appeal to readers aged around 8–12 who enjoy school adventures and mischievous heroes. Content includes bullying, family conflict, embarrassment, pranks and occasional mild peril.
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About the author
James Patterson is a bestselling author from the United States who loves creating exciting stories. He is well known for his thrilling books and adventure series, including the popular 'Middle School' books. James enjoys encouraging children to read and believes that stories can make every day more fun and interesting.
All the books in The Middle School series (in order)
The Worst Years Of My Life (1)
by James Patterson
Rafe breaks every school rule but can he survive bullies, teachers and family trouble?
Published: 2011
Middle School: Get Me Out of Here! (2)
by James Patterson and Christopher Tebbetts
Rafe’s not-so-boring new life takes a surprising turn when family secrets emerge.
My Brother Is A Big Fat Liar
by James Patterson and Lisa Papademetriou
Can Georgia escape Rafe’s shadow when her band faces Hills Village’s biggest challenge?
Middle School How I Survived Bullies, Broccoli, and Snake Hill (4)
by James Patterson and Chris Tebbetts
Rafe’s summer camp hides an unexpected secret, as teasing turns into friendship and trouble.
Middle School: Ultimate Showdown (5)
by James Patterson
Rafe and Georgia turn middle school into a not-so-boring challenge—but what will you discover?
How I Got Lost in London (5.5)
by James Patterson
Rafe’s London school trip takes a not-so-boring turn when everything goes unexpectedly wrong.
Middle School Save Rafe!
by James Patterson
Can Rafe survive the wilderness—and return to school as the same boy?
Middle School - Just My Rotten Luck (7)
by Chris Tebbetts
Rafe joins his former bully’s football team—but what secret could change Hills Village Middle School?
Middle School Rafe's Aussie Adventure (7.25)
by James Patterson and Martin Chatterton
Rafe’s dream Australian holiday turns perilous—can misfit friends unlock his hidden artistic talent?
Middle School: Going Bush (7.5)
by James Patterson
Rafe’s boring campout becomes a wild outback test of his mysterious new identity.
Dog's Best Friend (8)
by James Patterson
Rafe’s dog-walking business thrives—until mischievous twins and a surprising family secret threaten everything.
Middle School: Escape to Australia (9)
by James Patterson
Rafe’s Australian dream turns wild when dangerous wildlife joins his not-so-friendly welcome party.
Middle School: From Hero to Zero (10)
by James Patterson
Rafe’s exciting London trip turns tricky when his worst bully becomes his roommate.
Middle School: Born to Rock (11)
by James Patterson
Georgia’s band needs her annoying brother’s help—but can they rock their way past the Princess Patrol?
Middle School: Master of Disaster (12)
by James Patterson
A bookish celebration turns into a not-so-boring crisis—can these unlikely heroes save it?
Middle School: Field Trip Fiasco (13)
by James Patterson
Rafe’s glamorous California trip turns into a desert campout—and a dangerous diamond mystery.
Middle School: It's a Zoo in Here (14)
by James Patterson
Rafe’s not-so-boring summer job turns dangerous when an endangered lion needs his help.
Middle School: Winter Blunderland (15)
by James Patterson
Rafe’s icy research trip turns dangerous when a polar bear vanishes—and poachers appear.
Middle School: Million Dollar Mess (16)
by James Patterson
A surprise inheritance sends Rafe to posh school, where fitting in proves trickier than expected.
Middle School: Too Uncool for School
by James Patterson
Can Rafe rescue a dreadful band—and keep his surprising rise to popularity on track?
Published: 2025
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