Book Series · 3 Books

Leviathan Books

In order from Leviathan to Goliath.

The Leviathan series is a set of 3 chapter books by Scott Westerfeld, published between 2009 and 2011. Written for ages 12–18, most books run about 480 pages. Subjects across the series include war, disguise, and mythical creatures.

Leviathan

Behemoth

Goliath

Leviathan

Behemoth

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Leviathan

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$1398

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2009

Leviathan

By Scott Westerfeld, Keith Thompson (Illustrator)

Two enemies unite aboard a whale airship, altering their fates amidst World War I's chaos.

440 pages· 77,962 words· Est. 7 hour read

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Summary: On the brink of World War I, Prince Aleksandar flees betrayal with only a battle-worn machine and loyal crew. Meanwhile, Deryn Sharp, a girl posing as a boy, excels in the British Air Service. Their worlds collide aboard the Leviathan, a whale airship, as they embark on a globe-spanning adventure. With war looming, can they navigate their differences and secrets to survive? Their journey promises to reshape their destinies forever.

In reading order

Leviathan Series

3 books · Published 2009–2011

#1

Leviathan

Sale price

$1398

Leviathan

Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2009

Two enemies unite aboard a whale airship, altering their fates amidst World War I's chaos.

Behemoth

Sale price

$1398

Behemoth

Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2010

A girl and an heir must survive enemy territory to stop a war.

Goliath

Sale price

$1398

Goliath

Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2011

A ship veers off course with secrets, a hidden identity, and a dangerous passenger onboard.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Leviathan series?

There are 3 books in the Leviathan series. It began with Leviathan in 2009, and the newest book, Goliath, was published in 2011.

What order should you read the Leviathan books in?

Start with Leviathan and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Leviathan books best for?

The series is best for ages 12–18, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Leviathan book is the longest?

Goliath is the longest book in the series at 94,159 words (543 pages).

Which Leviathan book is the shortest?

Leviathan (Book #1) is the shortest at 77,962 words (440 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Leviathan to life.

Scott Westerfeld

Keith Thompson

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