Publication Reading Order
The Southern Reach is a Science Fiction / Fantasy series by Jeff VanderMeer, made up of 5 books published between 2014 and 2024. It begins with Annihilation (2014), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Absolution (2024), spanning 10 years of storytelling.
5books
10years active
2decades
~2.5yrs between books
2024latest release
| # | Title | Year | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | |||
| 1 | Annihilation ★ NYT 1w · peaked #7 🏆 Nebula Award 2015🏆 Nebula Award 2014🏆 Shirley Jackson Award 2014Locus Award 2015Goodreads Choice Award 2014Full award history → 🎬 Adapted for film/TV → | 2014 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
| 2 | Authority ★ NYT 1w · peaked #20 | 2014 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
| 3 | Acceptance ★ NYT 1w · peaked #16 | 2014 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
| 4 | Area X (Complete Trilogy) World Fantasy Award 2015Full award history → | 2014 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
| 2020s | |||
| 5 | AbsolutionLatest ★ NYT 1w · peaked #7 | 2024 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
Southern Reach series: frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Southern Reach series?
Start with Annihilation (2014), the first book in the Southern Reach series by Jeff VanderMeer. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.
How many books are in the Southern Reach series?
There are 5 books in the Southern Reach series by Jeff VanderMeer, published between 2014 and 2024.
What is the first book in the Southern Reach series?
The first book in the Southern Reach series is Annihilation, published in 2014 by Jeff VanderMeer.
What is the latest book in the Southern Reach series?
The most recent book in the Southern Reach series is Absolution (2024) by Jeff VanderMeer.
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