Ascending Carbon Books in Order
Ascending Carbon is a series of 3 books written by Douglas Phillips.
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Ascending Carbon books in publication order
3 books
Ascending Carbon
by Douglas Phillips
2025
In 2035, science reporter Sahalie Spark travels the world separating genuine discoveries from misinformation. As a new danger develops overhead, her expertise and calm public voice become essential to understanding a threat that extends beyond ordinary reporting.
First Ascent
by Douglas Phillips
2025
A mysterious offshore platform swallows a military helicopter, drawing skeptical television host Sahalie Spark into an extraordinary investigation. Exclusive access reveals a tether into space that might restore crippled spaceflight, but she must climb it to uncover its dangers.
Second Ascent
by Douglas Phillips
2026
A vast carbon ring rises above the equator while Sahalie Spark carries a strange prism delivered from space. Scientist Adam Estrada investigates impossible geometry, and another ascent promises answers about alien materials and powers that challenge their understanding of reality.
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