The Birthgrave Trilogy Books in Order

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The Birthgrave Trilogy by Tanith Lee is a dark fantasy series set in a harsh, ancient world shaped by genocidal pestilence and cultural collapse. The narrative follows a mysterious woman with no memory of her past, who may be a mortal, a demoness, or a divine figure, as she navigates a brutal and transformative landscape. The series continues with a man's quest for vengeance, exploring themes of identity, destruction, and rebirth.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of The Birthgrave

    The Birthgrave

    1975 · Tanith Lee

    The Birthgrave is a 1975 novel by Tanith Lee, the first book of the Birthgrave Trilogy. A mysterious woman awakens in the heart of a dormant volcano…

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  2. Cover of Vazkor, Son of Vazkor

    Vazkor, Son of Vazkor

    1978 · Tanith Lee

    Vazkor, Son of Vazkor is a 1978 book by Tanith Lee. It is book 2 of the series The Birthgrave Trilogy.

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  3. Cover of Quest for the White Witch

    Quest for the White Witch

    1978 · Tanith Lee

    Quest for the White Witch" is the third book in the Birthgrave Trilogy by Tanith Lee, following the story of a man on a quest for vengeance. The…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the The Birthgrave Trilogy books in?

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

How many books are in the The Birthgrave Trilogy series?

We list 3 books by Tanith Lee , published between 1975–1978.

Where can I buy the The Birthgrave 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.