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Ridley Pearson
Kingdom Keepers
The Kingdom Keepers series follows five teens who secretly work to protect Disney World from villains. When the parks close, they become holograms and battle Overtakers who want to take over the Disney parks and the world. This series offers adventure and magic for young adult fantasy readers.
The Kingdom Keepers series should be read in publication order, starting with "Disney After Dark." This ensures the overarching plot and character development are followed correctly.
There is a spin-off series called "The Return" which continues the story of the original characters, and a prequel series titled "Legacy of Secrets" that explores earlier events in the Kingdom Keepers universe.
The series is primarily aimed at middle-grade readers, offering adventure and fantasy themes that are generally appropriate for ages 8-12, though older readers who enjoy Disney-themed adventures may also find it engaging.
As of my last update, there has not been a live-action film or television adaptation of the Kingdom Keepers series.