Flood/Ark Books in Order

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Stephen Baxter's Flood/Ark series, published between 2008 and 2009, explores a future in which rising sea levels, sourced from the Earth's mantle, drastically alter the planet's geography. The narrative centers on human adaptation and survival as landmasses disappear and people seek refuge on high ground. The series examines the long-term consequences of environmental catastrophe and the resilience of those forced to rebuild in a transformed world.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Flood

    Flood

    2008 · Stephen Baxter

    Stephen Baxter's 2008 novel follows four hostages rescued from religious extremists in Barcelona after five years of captivity. They had promised to…

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  2. Ark

    2009 · Stephen Baxter

    Ark is a 2009 hard science fiction novel by English author Stephen Baxter, serving as a sequel to his 2008 novel Flood. The novel follows the journey…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Flood/Ark books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Flood”. Start with “Flood.”

How many books are in the Flood/Ark series?

We list 2 books by Stephen Baxter , published between 2008–2009.

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