Orion Spur Books in Order
Part ofJohn Spearman Books in OrderFind the Orion Spur books by John Spearman in order, with short summaries and a series guide to help you decide what to read next.
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Orion Spur books in publication order
6 books
Defender’s Awakening
by John Spearman
2025
Captain Archer Devereaux discovers an abandoned human ship whose technology outstrips anything his people possess. Recovering it introduces dangers from within the vessel and beyond, as rival powers learn of its capabilities and maneuver to seize the advantage.
Fondness for Adversity
by John Spearman
2025
While his ship undergoes repairs, Archer Devereaux receives what should be a quiet diplomatic assignment. Internal troubles and the continuing war quickly turn routine duty into danger, forcing him to rely on ingenuity and unexpected allies.
Misfortune's Favorite
by John Spearman
2025
Navy officer Archer Devereaux’s career is shadowed by mishaps and a damaged reputation. When interstellar war arrives, a superior recognizes the resilient strategist beneath the trouble, giving him a chance to prove himself under fire.
Scourge of the Scyllans
by John Spearman
2025
Archer Devereaux faces dangerous missions, unreliable leadership, and diplomatic assignments that turn deadly. As interstellar war intensifies and options narrow, he considers a scientific gamble that could offer escape or lead his crew into a new disaster.
Deceptive Betrayal
by John Spearman
2026
An arms race threatens the Orion Spur as rival powers gain technology capable of destroying battleships instantly. With his loyalty questioned, Archer Devereaux must regain command and lead experimental ships in a preemptive campaign against overwhelming enemy numbers.
Unfettered Folds
by John Spearman
2026
Leading a rapid-deployment fleet, Archer Devereaux uses experimental travel technology to strike enemies before they can combine their forces. A rival attempt to copy that advantage creates a hostile artificial intelligence, turning the war into a threat to humanity itself.
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