Nexus

Q: "How many books are in the Nexus series?"

"There are four books in the Nexus series, published between 2012 and 2015."

Q: "What is the first book in the Nexus series?"

"The first book in the Nexus series is Nexus, published in 2012."

Q: "Do you need to read the Nexus books in order?"

"Yes, the Nexus books should be read in publication order. Each novel builds directly on the events and character arcs of the previous one, so starting with Nexus (2012) and continuing through Crux and Apex is the recommended approach."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Nexus	2012	Ramez Naam	Buy
2	Crux	2013	Ramez Naam	Buy
3	Apex	2015	Ramez Naam	Buy
4	Moonlight Bonds	-	Ramez Naam	N/A

The Nexus series is set in a near-future world where a nano-drug called Nexus allows people to run software in their brains and connect their minds to one another. The first book introduces Kaden Lane, a young scientist who improves Nexus and attracts the attention of both government agents and underground activists. The story moves through questions about freedom, regulation, and what it means to be human in an age of radical technology.

Ramez Naam draws on his background in computer science and technology to give the series a grounded, technically detailed feel. The trilogy won the Prometheus Award and has been praised for its fast pacing and thoughtful treatment of transhumanist ideas.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Nexus series?

There are four books in the Nexus series, published between 2012 and 2015.

What is the first book in the Nexus series?

The first book in the Nexus series is Nexus, published in 2012.

Do you need to read the Nexus books in order?

Yes, the Nexus books should be read in publication order. Each novel builds directly on the events and character arcs of the previous one, so starting with Nexus (2012) and continuing through Crux and Apex is the recommended approach.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order