Southern Reach Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Southern Reach books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Annihilation
Buy on Amazon2014
Authority
Buy on Amazon2014
Acceptance
Buy on Amazon2014
Absolution
Buy on Amazon2024
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Southern Reach series is publication order: 1. Annihilation (2014), 2. Authority (2014), 3. Acceptance (2014), 4. Absolution (2024). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Southern Reach series by Jeff VanderMeer contains 4 books. The series began in 2014 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Southern Reach series is written by Jeff VanderMeer. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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