Liveship Traders Books in Order
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Robin Hobb's Liveship Traders trilogy, published between 1999 and 2001, is set in the city of Bingtown and centers on the Vestrit family and their liveship, the Vivacia. Liveships are sentient vessels made from wizardwood and play a central role in trade and culture. The series explores the relationships between the family, their ship, and the crew, delving into themes of family loyalty, ambition, and the bond between humans and magical ships. It is part of the larger Realm of the Elderlings universe and features nautical elements such as pirates and sea serpents.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon1998 · Robin Hobb
Bingtown is a center of trade known for its merchant nobility and unique liveships, rare vessels made from wizardwood that become sentient. The fate…
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Buy on Amazon1998 · Robin Hobb
In the second book of Robin Hobb's Liveship Traders trilogy, the Vestrit clan and their liveship, Vivacia, face new challenges. The ancient trading…
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Buy on Amazon2000 · Robin Hobb
Robin Hobb's Ship of Destiny, the conclusion to the Liveship Traders trilogy, follows the struggles of Bingtown, a city torn apart by war and greed.…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Liveship Traders books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Ship of Magic”. Start with “Ship of Magic.”
How many books are in the Liveship Traders series?
We list 3 books by Robin Hobb , published between 1998–2000.
Where can I buy the Liveship Traders books?
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