The Broken Earth Reading Order

All 3 books in the The Broken Earth series by N.K. Jemisin, in the correct order.

On a planet wracked by catastrophic seismic events, a woman with the power to control earthquakes searches for her kidnapped daughter.

Reading Order (Publication)

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#1 The Fifth Season (2015)
#2 The Obelisk Gate (2016)
#3 The Stone Sky (2017)

Which order should you read?

Read in publication order. All three books won the Hugo Award for Best Novel — a first in the award's history.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the correct reading order for the The Broken Earth series?

Read the The Broken Earth series by N.K. Jemisin in publication order, starting with The Fifth Season (2015) and ending with The Stone Sky (2017). Read in publication order. All three books won the Hugo Award for Best Novel — a first in the award's history.

How many books are in the The Broken Earth series?

There are 3 books in the The Broken Earth series. The series is currently complete.