Larklight books in order

Q: "What is the Larklight series about?"

"The series follows Art and Myrtle Mumby, siblings living in a house orbiting the moon in an alternate Victorian era where space travel is common. They have adventures across the solar system with space pirates, aliens, and ancient threats."

Q: "What order should I read the Larklight books?"

"Read them in publication order: Larklight (2006), Starcross (2007), and Mothstorm (2008). Each book builds on the previous one while delivering its own complete adventure."

Q: "Is the Larklight series connected to Mortal Engines?"

"No, Larklight is set in a completely separate universe. It takes place in an alternate Victorian era with space travel, while Mortal Engines is set in a far-future post-apocalyptic Earth."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Larklight	2006	Philip Reeve	Buy
2	Starcross	2007	Philip Reeve	Buy
3	Mothstorm	2008	Philip Reeve	Buy

The Larklight trilogy is Philip Reeve’s Victorian space opera, set in an alternate 19th century where the British Empire has expanded across the solar system. Art and Myrtle Mumby live with their father in Larklight, an old house drifting in orbit around the moon. When their home is attacked by giant spiders, they are swept into an adventure involving space pirates, alien civilizations, and threats to the entire solar system.

Reeve illustrates the books himself, adding pen-and-ink drawings that capture the period feel. The series blends adventure, comedy, and science fiction while playing with Victorian adventure story conventions. Fans of steampunk and alternate history will find plenty to enjoy in this imaginative trilogy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Larklight series about?

The series follows Art and Myrtle Mumby, siblings living in a house orbiting the moon in an alternate Victorian era where space travel is common. They have adventures across the solar system with space pirates, aliens, and ancient threats.

What order should I read the Larklight books?

Read them in publication order: Larklight (2006), Starcross (2007), and Mothstorm (2008). Each book builds on the previous one while delivering its own complete adventure.

Is the Larklight series connected to Mortal Engines?

No, Larklight is set in a completely separate universe. It takes place in an alternate Victorian era with space travel, while Mortal Engines is set in a far-future post-apocalyptic Earth.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order