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Octavia E. Butler
Lilith's Brood
Lilith's Brood
2 books
Ongoing series
About this series
Octavia E. Butler's Lilith's Brood explores humanity's future after an apocalypse, focusing on genetic engineering and survival. This science fiction series examines what it means to be human when faced with alien intervention and the necessity of change.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the correct reading order for the Lilith's Brood series?
The series should be read in publication order: Dawn, Adulthood Rites, and Imago. While each book explores different aspects of the story, reading them sequentially provides the full narrative arc.
Is Lilith's Brood connected to other Octavia E. Butler works?
Lilith's Brood is also known as the Xenogenesis series, and it is a standalone trilogy within Octavia E. Butler's body of work, not directly connected to her other series like Patternist.
Has the Lilith's Brood series been adapted?
The Lilith's Brood series has been optioned for adaptation into a television series, though specific production details and release dates may vary.