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Corsair Brothers Books in Order

5 Books
2020 – 2023 Published
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01
Adiron
Adiron
2020
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02
Kaspar
Kaspar
2021
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03
Straik
Straik
2021
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04
Mathiras
Mathiras
2022
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05
Bethiah
Bethiah
2023
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Where to Start with the Corsair Brothers

If you want to dive into the space-faring adventures of the va'Sithai brothers, you have two main options. The most direct path is starting with Corsairs: Adiron, the first book focusing on the brothers themselves. However, because the brothers are introduced and their adoptive sister Zoey plays a major role in the original Corsairs series, most readers recommend starting there first (specifically with The Corsair's Captive) to get the full backstory on the universe and characters.

Corsair Brothers Reading Order

Once you are ready to read the Corsair Brothers' dedicated stories, you should follow the publication order. The overarching plot threads—including an illegal cloning conspiracy—develop sequentially across the books. Here is the recommended reading order:

  1. Corsairs: Adiron (2020) – Follows the charming Adiron and the human survivor Jade.
  2. Corsairs: Kaspar (2021) – Follows the daring Kaspar and Alice as they face a dangerous conspiracy.
  3. Corsairs: Straik (2021) – Dives into Straik's redemption arc alongside Ruth.
  4. Corsairs: Mathiras (2022) – Wraps up the brothers' core storylines with Mathiras and the clone Helen.
  5. Corsairs: Bethiah (2023) – A standalone spin-off story featuring the chaotic bounty hunter Bethiah, the clone Dora, and the cyborg Jamef in a triad (F/F/M) romance.

Chronological Order and Universe Connections

The Corsair Brothers series is set within Ruby Dixon's massive, interconnected "Rubyverse." This shared universe also includes Ice Planet Barbarians, Icehome, and the Risdaverse. While the main romance arcs in each book can stand alone, characters frequently cross over, and events in one series affect the others.

For the ultimate chronological experience, you can mix the Corsair Brothers books with the broader Risdaverse novels. For example, Bethiah and Jamef appear in several Risdaverse stories before their own dedicated book. If you want to follow the exact timeline of the entire universe, you can find official, regularly updated chronological flow charts and checklists directly on the official website.

Frequently Asked

QWho are the Corsair Brothers?

The Corsair Brothers are the va'Sithai brothers (Adiron, Kaspar, Straik, and Mathiras)—blue-skinned space pirates who originally appeared in Ruby Dixon's Corsairs series before starring in their own spin-off books.

QDo I need to read the original Corsairs series first?

While not strictly mandatory, it is highly recommended. The original four-book Corsairs series introduces the universe, the space pirate lore, and the brothers' adoptive sister, Zoey. Reading them first provides valuable context.

QHow does the Corsair Brothers series connect to Ice Planet Barbarians?

Both series are set in the same shared sci-fi universe, known as the 'Rubyverse.' While Ice Planet Barbarians takes place on a remote ice planet, the Corsair series takes readers into the broader galaxy, featuring space stations, spaceships, and other alien societies.

QWhat order should I read the Corsair Brothers books in?

You should read them in publication order: Adiron, Kaspar, Straik, Mathiras, and finally the spin-off Bethiah. This ensures you follow the chronological progression of the illegal cloning storyline.

QIs Corsairs: Bethiah a romance between only two characters?

No, Corsairs: Bethiah features a triad romance (F/F/M) between the bounty hunter Bethiah, the clone Dora, and the cyborg Jamef.

QWhere can I find the complete Rubyverse reading checklist?

You can download the official chronological and publication checklists directly from the 'For Readers' section on Ruby Dixon's official website.