"The Liveship Traders" is a fantasy trilogy by author Robin Hobb, set in the Realm of the Elderlings. The story follows the lives of the Vestrit family, who own a unique ship called a Liveship, which is animated by the spirits of the deceased. This ship, along with its crew, plays a central role in the family's struggles against pirates, political intrigue, and their own personal challenges. The trilogy explores themes of trade, loyalty, and the bond between humans and their ships. Key characters include Althea Vestrit, who seeks to reclaim her family's legacy, and Kennit, a pirate captain with ambitions of his own. The narrative weaves together their journeys in a richly developed world.