Teixcalaan Books in Order

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The Teixcalaan series by Arkady Martine consists of two novels published between 2019 and 2021, beginning with A Memory Called Empire in 2019 and followed by A Desolation Called Peace in 2021. Set in a science fiction universe featuring an interstellar empire and human-alien interactions, the series is centered on political intrigue and cultural tension within a technologically advanced society. The narrative explores themes of identity, diplomacy, and survival against the backdrop of complex power structures and existential threats. Both novels are written in English and are part of the broader science fiction genre. A Memory Called Empire won the Hugo Award for Best Novel, and A Desolation Called Peace also received the same award.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

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    A Memory Called Empire

    2019 · Arkady Martine

    The 2020 Hugo Award-winning novel follows Ambassador Mahit Dzmare, who is sent from her mining station home to the Empire's capital. Upon arrival,…

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    A Desolation Called Peace

    2021 · Arkady Martine

    A 2021 novel by Arkady Martine, sequel to A Memory Called Empire. An alien armada lurks on the edges of Teixcalaanli space, one no one can…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Teixcalaan books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “A Memory Called Empire”. Start with “A Memory Called Empire.”

How many books are in the Teixcalaan series?

We list 2 books by Arkady Martine , published between 2019–2021.

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