The Realm of the Elderlings Books in Order
This page covers the Realm of the Elderlings by Robin Hobb, with all the trilogies in order, summaries, world background and simple guidance on the best reading path.
Last updated: June 7, 2026
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Publication Order
19 books
Assassin's Apprentice
by Robin Hobb
1995
Royal Assassin
by Robin Hobb
1996
Assassin's Quest
by Robin Hobb
1997
Ship of Magic
by Robin Hobb
1998
The Mad Ship
by Robin Hobb
1999
Ship of Destiny
by Robin Hobb
2000
Fool's Errand
by Robin Hobb
2001
Golden Fool
by Robin Hobb
2002
Fool's Fate
by Robin Hobb
2003
Dragon Keeper
by Robin Hobb
2009
Dragon Haven
by Robin Hobb
2010
City of Dragons
by Robin Hobb
2011
The Inheritance
by Robin Hobb
2011
Words Like Coins
by Robin Hobb
2012
In a drought stricken corner of the Six Duchies, hedge witch apprentice Mirrifen struggles with her own fears when tiny, dangerous pecksies move into the farmstead. Their bargains and tempers force her to weigh the power of promises, etiquette and the literal weight of words.
Blood of Dragons
by Robin Hobb
2013
The Willful Princess and the Piebald Prince
by Robin Hobb
2013
Fool's Assassin
by Robin Hobb
2014
Fool's Quest
by Robin Hobb
2015
Assassin's Fate
by Robin Hobb
2017
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