Four Hundred Billion Stars Books in Order

Astronomer Dorothy Yoshida is summoned from exile to investigate a planet reshaped by vanished aliens. As dormant cities awaken and local creatures change, her unwanted telepathic abilities may provide the only way to understand the stirring intelligence.

A mysterious star approaches the Solar System from the galactic core, drawing rival human factions into competing schemes. Telepath Dorothy Yoshida becomes involved in the response, carrying alien knowledge that could prove crucial to understanding the threat.

Richard Florey and Miguel Lucas are drawn into unrest on Elysium, where the founding colonists monopolize advanced technology. As revolution threatens their rule over outlying settlements, the planet's seemingly peaceful indigenous inhabitants may become a force neither side understands.