How to Read The Three-Body Problem Trilogy in Order
Liu Cixin
May 27, 2025 · 5 min read
How to Read The Three-Body Problem Trilogy in Order
The Three-Body Problem is the first book in a stunning science fiction trilogy by Liu Cixin, known collectively as Remembrance of Earth’s Past. Originally written in Chinese, the trilogy gained international acclaim for its scientific rigor, philosophical depth, and cosmic scale.
The story begins with mysterious signals sent into space and escalates into a confrontation between humanity and an advanced alien civilization.
This is hard science fiction at its most ambitious and thought-provoking.
Recommended Reading Order
To get the full experience, read the trilogy in the following order:
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The Three-Body Problem
by Liu Cixin
Published: 2008
A secret military project contacts aliens, triggering a chain of events that threatens humanity’s future.
The Dark Forest
by Liu Cixin
Published: 2008
As the alien fleet approaches, humanity adopts terrifying strategies to survive in a hostile universe.
Death’s End
by Liu Cixin
Published: 2010
The final confrontation spans centuries and dimensions in a desperate attempt to preserve intelligent life.