John Silver books in order

The John Silver trilogy by John Drake in reading order, reimagining the backstory of Long John Silver from Treasure Island.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Flint and Silver 2008 John Drake Buy
2 Pieces of Eight 2009 John Drake Buy
3 Skull and Bones 2010 John Drake Buy

John Drake’s John Silver trilogy reimagines how Long John Silver became the legendary pirate from Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. Beginning with Flint and Silver in 2008, the series explores the relationship between Silver and Captain Flint, filling in the history only hinted at in Stevenson’s original.

Pieces of Eight and Skull and Bones followed in 2009 and 2010, completing a trilogy that combines historical detail with swashbuckling adventure on the high seas.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the John Silver series?

There are three books in the John Silver series, published between 2008 and 2010.

What is the first book in the John Silver series?

The first book in the John Silver series is Flint and Silver, published in 2008.

How does the John Silver trilogy connect to Treasure Island?

The trilogy reimagines the backstory of Long John Silver, the famous pirate from Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. Drake creates an origin story explaining how Silver became the cunning, charismatic figure readers know from the classic novel.

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