BookBingeMars Trilogy Books in Order
The colonization of Mars across generations, told with hard-science rigor and political complexity.
Here is the complete Mars Trilogy reading order — all 3 books by Kim Stanley Robinson, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- Red Mars(1992)
- Green Mars(1993)
- Blue Mars(1996)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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Get BookBingeFrequently asked questions
How many books are in the Mars Trilogy series?
There are 3 books in the Mars Trilogy series by Kim Stanley Robinson, beginning with Red Mars (1992) and most recently Blue Mars (1996).
What is the first Mars Trilogy book?
The first book is Red Mars, published in 1992. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read Mars Trilogy in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.