Alexandra Adornetto

"Sometimes it's the little things that count most"

Alexandra Adornetto lives in Victoria, Australia. Her first novel was published by HarperCollins Australia when she was fifteen, and she has worked as a writer ever since.

She is the author of the best-selling children’s series The Strangest Adventures, which she began writing at thirteen, inspired by J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan. The series includes The Shadow Thief, The Lampo Circus, and Von Gobstopper’s Arcade. Halo is her first young-adult book and marks her international debut.

She currently splits her time between Australia and the USA while working on the Halo series. Her passions include old-school country music, theology, singing, and performing. She hopes in the future to combine novel writing with acting.

What genres and age groups does Alexandra Adornetto write for?

She writes for children and young adults. Her Strangest Adventures books are children’s fantasy/adventure, while Halo is a young-adult novel (the start of the Halo Trilogy).

What are her main series and the reading order?

The Strangest Adventures series: The Shadow Thief (Book 1), The Lampo Circus (Book 2), Von Gobstopper's Arcade (Book 3). The Halo Trilogy begins with Halo (Book One) followed by Hades (Book Two); read the Halo books in publication order.

Where should I start if I'm new to her work?

If you prefer children’s fantasy, start with The Shadow Thief (Strangest Adventures Book 1). If you read YA, begin with Halo (Halo Trilogy Book One).

What influences or themes appear in her books?

Her children’s series was inspired by J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan, so expect adventure and imaginative fantasy. Halo is positioned as YA; the author’s interests (theology, performance) may inform themes in her work.

Has she received notable recognition or publishers to look for?

Her Strangest Adventures series is described as best-selling. Her first novel was published by HarperCollins Australia when she was fifteen, and Halo marked her international debut. No specific literary awards are listed.