Ship Breaker Trilogy Books in Order

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The Ship Breaker Trilogy, authored by Paolo Bacigalupi and published between 2010 and 2012, is set in a dystopian future America marked by environmental collapse and ongoing civil conflict. The series follows young protagonists navigating harsh, resource-scarce environments, often involving scavenging and survival in lawless regions. Central themes include resilience, moral choices, and the struggle for dignity in a fractured world.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Ship breaker

    Ship breaker

    2010 · Paolo Bacigalupi

    A 2010 young adult novel by Paolo Bacigalupi. In America's Gulf Coast region, where grounded oil tankers are broken down for parts by crews of young…

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    The drowned cities

    2012 · Paolo Bacigalupi

    In a dark future America torn by endless civil wars, orphans Mahlia and Mouse flee the war-torn Drowned Cities. Their fragile escape is short-lived,…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Ship Breaker Trilogy books in?

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

How many books are in the Ship Breaker Trilogy series?

We list 2 books by Paolo Bacigalupi , published between 2010–2012.

Where can I buy the Ship Breaker Trilogy books?

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