Titles in This Set:
The Fifth Season: The Broken Earth, Book 1 (Broken Earth Trilogy)
The Obelisk Gate: The Broken Earth, Book 2 (Broken Earth Trilogy)
The Stone Sky: The Broken Earth, Book 3 (Broken Earth Trilogy)

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124222338

Overview:
Step into a vividly imagined world where the ground itself becomes a weapon and survival hinges on secrets buried beneath civilisation’s scars. The Fifth Season opens the Broken Earth Trilogy with a continent-sized rift that ignites volcanoes, ash-clouds, and climate chaos, forcing a society to fracture under the weight of caste, fear, and oppression. The narrative follows three protagonists across intersecting timelines, each grappling with loss, loyalty, and the perilous power of orogeny—the ability to bend earth. In The Obelisk Gate, the stakes intensify as Forbidden knowledge surfaces and Essun’s journey ricochets between devastation and a stubborn spark of hope, while Alabaster’s dark legacy shapes the fate of millions. The Stone Sky brings the trilogy to a triumphant, heartrending close, weaving personal sacrifice with planetary reckoning as the Moon’s return tests every vow. This boxed paperback set delivers a complete, immersive epic—perfect for dedicated fantasy readers seeking a masterclass in world-building, character depth, and unwavering courage.

What Makes This Collection Special:
This collection bundles a landmark work by a master of the genre into one definitive set. Jemisin’s Broken Earth trilogy is renowned for its audacious premise, clockwork world-building, and daring storytelling that reframes power, oppression, and resilience. Each novel deepens the mythology while expanding the emotional footprint of Essun’s quest for family, justice, and self-determination. The trilogy’s narrative structure rewards rereading, with new clues, echoes, and connections becoming visible on subsequent reads. Owning the complete sequence in a single, cohesive paperback set makes it easier to binge-read the entire arc, appreciate thematic through-lines, and marvel at the author’s intricate plotting. It’s also a striking gift for readers who value award-winning fantasy, inclusive voices, and books that stand the test of time in both craft and impact.

Books Included in This Collection:
The Fifth Season
In the opening act of the Broken Earth trilogy, an era-ending catastrophe fractures society and tests everyone’s capacity to endure. The novel artfully blends grim catastrophe with intimate storytelling, following three characters whose paths collide in a world where climate, fear, and oppression shape every choice. Jemisin’s prose crackles with immediacy, delivering high-stakes action alongside sharp social commentary. This is a bold invitation to a world where resilience is forged through hardship, and where the personal becomes political in the most riveting way. A perfect entry point for readers exploring complex fantasy and richly drawn, multifaceted protagonists.

The Obelisk Gate
The second book intensifies the mythology as Essun’s abilities and responsibilities expand under the shadow of an enigmatic figure who may hold humanity’s fate in balance. The narrative threads deepen—moral ambiguity, family bonds, and the brutal cost of power—while the world’s mysteries become more layered and urgent. Jemisin’s lyrical, precise writing sustains a relentless pace, rewarding readers with shocking twists and profound emotional resonance. This instalment is essential for those who crave character-anchored epic fantasy that transcends genre conventions and challenges readers to rethink what a fantasy saga can achieve.

The Stone Sky
The final volume brings the trilogy to a breathtaking crescendo, fusing intimate human stakes with planetary-scale implications. Essun confronts the consequences of every choice, the moral weight of leadership, and the possibility of rebuilding a broken world. The Moon’s return tests alliances, loyalties, and the very meaning of survival. This closing act delivers a satisfying, ambitious payoff—one that echoes across the trilogy and lingers long after the last page. A definitive finish for fans who want a complete, emotionally charged, and intellectually ambitious epic fantasy collection.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Fans of award-winning epic fantasy seeking immersive world-building, diverse perspectives, and books that reward thoughtful reading. Ideal for readers who enjoyed ambitious, character-driven sagas, as well as those looking for books that combine social themes with high-stakes adventure. Great for Gift buyers aiming to introduce new readers to a modern classic, collectors who appreciate complete series in one compact package, and BookTok/Bookstagram enthusiasts who celebrate transformative fantasy that challenges norms.

Key Benefits:

• Complete, Hugo-winning trilogy in one premium paperback collection
• Rich world-building with a uniquely brutal yet hopeful humanitarian core
• Complex, resilient protagonists whose journeys reward repeat reads
• Compact paperback format, ideal for shelves, gifting, and travel
• Provocative themes of oppression, survival, and communal resilience
• Award-winning author with a proven track record of groundbreaking storytelling
• Perfect for fans of science fantasy hybrids and intricate plotting

About the Author:
Nora Keita Jemisin (born September 19, 1972) is an American science fiction and fantasy writer celebrated for exploring cultural conflict and oppression. Her fiction spans a wide range of themes, with The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms launching her rise to prominence and the Inheritance Trilogy establishing her as a formidable voice in fantasy. Jemisin’s Broken Earth series made her the first African American author to win the Hugo Award for Best Novel, as well as the first author to win in three consecutive years, and the first to win for all three novels in a trilogy. She later added a fourth Hugo for Emergency Skin and a fifth for Far Sector. A quintessential innovator, Jemisin’s work blends social insight with high-stakes magic, turning page-turning entertainment into thoughtful, provocative reading.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
If you crave a complete, immersive journey, this Broken Earth Trilogy collection delivers. It’s an authoritative, beautifully crafted entry point into a masterclass in epic fantasy—rewarding readers with a cohesive arc, deep themes, and character-driven storytelling. The set’s unified paperback format offers both practicality and aesthetic appeal for display, while its award-winning pedigree guarantees you’re buying a lasting, high-quality reading experience. Whether you’re rebuilding a fantasy library or searching for a standout gift for a devoted reader, this collection makes a bold, confident statement about taste, ambition, and the joy of reading.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.