The Search books in order

The Search is an Avatar: The Last Airbender graphic novel trilogy by Gene Luen Yang that follows Zuko's quest to find his mother, Ursa, after the events of the animated series.
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Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Search, Part 1 2013 Gene Luen Yang Buy
2 The Search, Part 2 2013 Gene Luen Yang Buy

The Search picks up one of the biggest unresolved threads from Avatar: The Last Airbender — the fate of Zuko’s mother. Set after the Hundred Year War, the story follows Fire Lord Zuko as he reluctantly brings Azula along on a dangerous quest to find Ursa. The trilogy is written by Gene Luen Yang with art by Gurihiru.

Across two parts, the story peels back layers of Fire Nation royal family history, revealing secrets about Ursa’s past and the choices she made to protect her children. The emotional core of the series is the fractured relationship between Zuko and Azula, with both siblings forced to confront painful truths about their family.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the The Search series?

There are two books in the The Search series, published in 2013.

What is the first book in the The Search series?

The first book in the The Search series is The Search, Part 1, published in 2013.

What happens in The Search?

The Search follows Zuko and Team Avatar as they embark on a journey to find Zuko’s long-lost mother, Ursa. The story reveals the truth about Ursa’s disappearance and her connection to a spirit called the Mother of Faces. It also explores Azula’s deteriorating mental state as she joins the search party under tense circumstances.

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