Jean le Flambeur trilogy Books in Order

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The Jean le Flambeur trilogy by Hannu Rajaniemi is a science fiction series set in a technologically advanced future where humanity has spread across the solar system. It follows the adventures of Jean le Flambeur, a post-human gentleman thief navigating a world of complex technology, intricate social structures, and philosophical questions about identity and reality. The series explores themes of memory, storytelling, and the consequences of human evolution through a blend of caper elements and speculative science.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of The Quantum thief

    The Quantum thief

    2010 · Hannu Rajaniemi

    A 2010 novel by Hannu Rajaniemi described as a breathtaking joyride through the solar system several centuries hence. It depicts a world of marching…

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  2. Cover of The Fractal Prince

    The Fractal Prince

    2012 · Hannu Rajaniemi

    The Fractal Prince is the second science fiction novel by Hannu Rajaniemi, featuring the post-human gentleman thief Jean le Flambeur. Published in…

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  3. Cover of The causal angel

    The causal angel

    2014 · Hannu Rajaniemi

    Hannu Rajaniemi's 2014 novel concludes the story of Jean le Flambeur, a gentleman rogue whose many lives and minds are explored across the solar…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Jean le Flambeur trilogy books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “The Quantum thief”. Start with “The Quantum thief.”

How many books are in the Jean le Flambeur trilogy series?

We list 3 books by Hannu Rajaniemi , published between 2010–2014.

Where can I buy the Jean le Flambeur trilogy books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.