Themis Files Books in Order

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The Themis Files is a science fiction series by Sylvain Neuvel, set in a world where a giant metal hand was discovered in South Dakota after a girl fell through the earth. The series follows Dr. Rose Franklin and her team as they investigate the origins and purpose of the alien robot Themis, navigating political and existential challenges. Through a fragmented narrative style, the books explore themes of discovery, responsibility, and the impact of unknown forces on human society.

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Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Sleeping Giants

    Sleeping Giants

    2016 · Sylvain Neuvel

    Seventeen years ago, a girl in South Dakota fell through the earth and awoke dozens of feet underground on the palm of a giant metal hand. Today, she…

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  2. Waking Gods

    2017 · Sylvain Neuvel

    Twenty-six years ago, a girl in South Dakota fell through the earth and awoke dozens of feet underground on the palm of a giant metal hand. Nine…

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  3. Cover of Only Human

    Only Human

    2018 · Sylvain Neuvel

    Dr. Rose Franklin discovered a giant metal hand as a child near Deadwood, South Dakota. As an adult, she led a team that uncovered the rest of the…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Themis Files books in?

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

How many books are in the Themis Files series?

We list 3 books by Sylvain Neuvel , published between 2016–2018.

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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.