The 'Beyonders' series by Brandon Mull is one of those fantasy adventures that hooked me from the first page. It’s a trilogy, so there are three books in total: 'A World Without Heroes', 'Seeds of Rebellion', and 'Chasing the Prophecy'. I binge-read the whole thing over a weekend because the world-building was just that immersive—portal fantasy, quirky characters, and this sense of high stakes that never let up. The way Mull wraps up the final book feels satisfying but also leaves you wistful, like you’ve said goodbye to friends. If you’re into middle-grade/YA fantasy with a dash of humor and epic quests, it’s a must-read.
What’s cool is how each book escalates. The first introduces Jason and Rachel stumbling into Lyrian, the second deepens the rebellion against Maldor, and the third? No spoilers, but the payoff is worth it. I still think about some of the side characters, like Ferrin the displacer—such a morally grey gem. The series doesn’t get as much hype as 'Fablehaven', but it’s just as inventive.