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The Matt Cruse book series, written by Kenneth Oppel and published between 2004 and 2008, follows the adventures of Matt Cruse, a young airship enthusiast, and his companion Kate de Vries as they explore a world where airships travel across continents. The stories are set in a fictional universe where aerial travel is common, and they often involve encounters with mysterious sky-dwelling creatures and perilous journeys. The series blends elements of adventure and mystery, focusing on the challenges of life aboard airships and the discovery of hidden wonders in the skies.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Airborn

    Airborn

    2004 · Kenneth Oppel

    Sailing toward dawn, the narrator was perched in the crow's nest, acting as the ship's eyes. The journey had been calm so far, with no significant…

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  2. Cover of Skybreaker

    Skybreaker

    2005 · Kenneth Oppel

    Matt Cruse, a student at the Airship Academy, and Kate de Vries, a young heiress, join forces with a gypsy and a daring captain to search for a…

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  3. Cover of Starclimber

    Starclimber

    2008 · Kenneth Oppel

    Pilot-in-training Matt Cruse and high-altitude life-forms expert Kate de Vries board the Starclimber, a vessel that climbs into the cosmos. Before…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Matt Cruse books in?

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

How many books are in the Matt Cruse series?

We list 3 books by Kenneth Oppel , published between 2004–2008.

Where can I buy the Matt Cruse 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.