The "Liveship Traders Trilogy" is a fantasy series written by Robin Hobb, set in the same universe as her other works. The story follows the lives of the Vestrit family, who own a unique type of ship called a liveship. These ships are made from a rare wood that allows them to come to life after three deaths of their crew members, gaining consciousness and personality. The trilogy explores themes of trade, family, and the complexities of relationships, both human and with the liveships. Key characters include Althea Vestrit, who seeks to reclaim her family's ship, and Kennit, a pirate with ambitions that intertwine with the fate of the Vestrits.