The Neanderthal Parallax Books in Order

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The Neanderthal Parallax is a science fiction trilogy by Robert J. Sawyer set in parallel worlds where Neanderthals, rather than modern humans, became the dominant intelligent species. The series explores the interactions between Neanderthals and humans, focusing on themes of cultural difference, scientific discovery, and personal relationships. Central to the narrative is the relationship between a Neanderthal physicist and a human geneticist, as they navigate the challenges of their interworld connection and the conflicts between their respective societies.

The Neanderthal Parallax was first published in 2002 in the United States.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Hominids

    Hominids

    2002 · Robert J. Sawyer

    A novel by Robert J. Sawyer examining two species of people: our own, and the Neanderthals of a parallel world where they became the dominant…

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    Humans

    2003 · Robert J. Sawyer

    Humans is the second novel in Robert J. Sawyer's Neanderthal Parallax trilogy, following Hominids and preceding Hybrids. The book explores the…

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    Hybrids

    2003 · Robert J. Sawyer

    Hybrids is the third book in Robert J. Sawyer's Neanderthal Paradox trilogy. It follows Ponter Boddit, a Neanderthal physicist from a parallel Earth,…

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What order should I read the The Neanderthal Parallax books in?

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

How many books are in the The Neanderthal Parallax series?

We list 3 books by Robert J. Sawyer , published between 2002–2003.

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