The This Dark Endeavor series by Kenneth Oppel begins with This Dark Endeavor: The Apprenticeship of Victor Frankenstein and continues with Such Wicked Intent. The first book is available here as an audiobook, paperback, and hardcover; the sequel is listed in hardcover. Choose the format that fits how you prefer to read, and start with Book One before moving to Book Two.
| Book or edition | Format | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| This Dark Endeavor | Audiobook | Listeners |
| This Dark Endeavor | Paperback | Readers who prefer a paperback |
| This Dark Endeavor | Hardcover | Readers who prefer a hardcover |
| Such Wicked Intent | Hardcover | Readers continuing the series |
This Dark Endeavor Audiobook
This Audible audiobook is the first book in The Apprenticeship of Victor Frankenstein series. The listing identifies Luke Daniels as narrator and Brilliance Audio as publisher. It gives listeners an audio-format option for starting the series without choosing a print edition.
Best for: Readers who prefer listening to a narrated edition. Choose this if audio fits your routine better than a physical book. The product listing identifies the format as an Audible audiobook.
Limitation: This edition is audio rather than a paperback or hardcover. Buyers looking for a physical copy should select one of the print editions below.
This Dark Endeavor Paperback
Kenneth Oppel’s This Dark Endeavor is identified as a paperback edition. It is Book One, so it is the appropriate starting point for readers who want to follow the series in order. The paperback listing offers a print alternative to the audiobook and hardcover versions.
Best for: Readers who want the opening book in paperback. Choose this edition if you prefer a paperback format and do not need the hardcover binding.
Limitation: The listing provides the format and author but does not include additional details about the edition’s dimensions or included extras. Check the product listing for current edition specifics.
This Dark Endeavor Hardcover
This hardcover edition is the first book in Kenneth Oppel’s Victor Frankenstein apprenticeship series. It carries the full title This Dark Endeavour: The Apprenticeship Of Victor Frankenstein. Because it is Book One, it works as the series entry point as well as a print-format choice.
Best for: Readers who prefer hardcover books or want a hardcover copy of the series opener. It is a better fit than the paperback listing for buyers specifically seeking a hardcover edition.
Limitation: This listing is for the first book only; it does not include the sequel. Readers seeking the complete story available in these listings will need to select Book Two separately.
Such Wicked Intent Hardcover
Such Wicked Intent is identified as Book Two of The Apprenticeship of Victor Frankenstein. Written by Kenneth Oppel, it is listed in hardcover. It is the next selection for readers who have finished This Dark Endeavor and want to continue the series.
Best for: Existing readers ready for the sequel. Read Book One first if you are new to the series, so you begin with the opening installment rather than the second book.
Limitation: This product is the sequel, not a standalone listing of the first book. The supplied product information identifies it as a hardcover but does not list other formats here.
Buying Guide: How To Choose A This Dark Endeavor Book
Which book should you read first?
Start with This Dark Endeavor: The Apprenticeship of Victor Frankenstein, identified as Book One. Follow it with Such Wicked Intent, identified as Book Two. This order follows the series numbering supplied in the product listings and avoids beginning with the sequel.
Which format fits your reading habits?
- Choose the audiobook if you prefer listening. The listed narrator is Luke Daniels.
- Choose the paperback if you want a paperback copy of the first book.
- Choose the hardcover if you prefer a hardcover edition. Both the first book and sequel are listed in hardcover.
Are the first-book editions different stories?
The audiobook, paperback, and hardcover listings are different formats of the first book, not separate installments. The supplied information does not establish differences in text or extras, so compare the current listing details if those distinctions matter to you.
What if I want both books?
Select one edition of Book One and the hardcover listing for Book Two. The product listings do not present a boxed set, so check each title and format before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are represented in these listings?
Two series installments are represented: This Dark Endeavor, Book One, and Such Wicked Intent, Book Two. Book One appears in three formats.
Who wrote the series books?
Kenneth Oppel is listed as the author of the paperback and hardcover editions of This Dark Endeavor and the hardcover edition of Such Wicked Intent.
Is the audiobook the first book?
Yes. The Audible audiobook is listed as This Dark Endeavor: The Apprenticeship of Victor Frankenstein, Book 1.
Is Such Wicked Intent a sequel?
Yes. Its listing identifies it as The Apprenticeship of Victor Frankenstein, Book Two.
Which listed option is not a physical book?
The Audible audiobook is the audio-format option. The paperback and hardcover listings are print editions.