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Folding Space
Series · 7 books · 2018-2020

Books in series

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#1

Lightwave

Clocker

2018

Saree’s got a secret… A secret that allows safe travel between star systems. Saree’s the only human Clocker – she tunes space-fold clocks. But… If anyone knew, she would be betrayed – forced to blockade and blackmail systems for evil crime lords or corporations. With a bounty hunter on her heels, Saree jumps on Lightwave Fold Transport, the safest option. But will Lightwave’s crew protect her? Do they suspect who she’s become? Can Saree keep her secret safe?
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#2

Lightwave

The Sisters of Cygnus

2018

Saree’s stuck between a hot rock and cold, dark place. Lightwave’s favorite refuge, The Sisters of Cygnus, are under siege. The Inquisitors search for transuranic riches in the depths of Cygnus, stealing, raping and pillaging to support themselves. The Sisters beg for Lightwave’s help. Captain Ruhger offers to transport them to a new world, but they don’t want to leave. They want Lightwave to return to their mercenary roots and remove the Inquisitors from the planet—or relieve them of their lives. Saree ends up as the referee, but Lightwave’s crew won’t go back and the Sisters can’t go forward. But something’s got to give. Will it be Saree? Find out in The Sisters of Cygnus, Folding Space Series 2.0!
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#3

Lightwave

Shooting Star

2018

Is the former teen idol a shooting star? Or shooting at Saree? Desperate for paying passengers, Lightwave takes an aging teen idol on board. Temper tantrums, ridiculous demands, and crazy fans are sure to follow, but they need the credits. Saree doesn’t want anything to do with the flirty, spoiled star. She can’t trust anyone. The star is probably trying to lure her in, discover her secret and turn her in for the huge reward—just like everyone else. Can Saree and Lightwave survive the pop star and his adoring legions? If they do, what about those old enemies still lurking? Find out in Shooting Star, Folding Space Series 3.0!
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#4

Lightwave

Lost

2019

United we fall, divided we run. Saree’s secret identity isn’t so secret anymore, so she agrees to leave Lightwave behind—forever. When every mercenary, bounty hunter and opportunist is searching for you, traveling alone is terrifying. But if she stays on Lightwave, their enemies will find them. While Lightwave and her crew run for the fringes of known space, Saree and her seemingly sentient shuttle, Hal, head the other direction. But are they really safer apart? Will Hal’s impulsive behavior thrust them straight into a black hole? And what happens when the Time Guild decides to interfere? Find out in Lost, Folding Space Series 4.0!
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#5

Lightwave

Circini Search

2019

Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory Saree is trapped. On the verge of destruction, Hal sacrificed himself so Saree could escape on Lightwave. Then the ransom demand for her best friend Nari arrives and Saree hesitates. The best way for Hal to find Saree—when he escapes—is staying on schedule, onboard Lightwave. But saving Nari from Lightwave’s old enemy means taking crazy risks and tossing all their careful plans into the vacuum. When a Gov Human military rescue team arrives, they seem like the perfect answer. But Lightwave’s crew and the rescue team immediately clash, fighting for control. Saree seizes command, forcing them to work together, but her lack of experience and incompetence alienates everyone. As the ancient adage says, “Bad leaders with good intentions fold into black holes.” Can Saree and Lightwave’s crew survive to rescue Nari and Hal, or will freedom tick away forever? Find out in Lightwave: Circini Search today!
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#6

Lightwave

Command Decision

2019

Hal's back—but can they trust him? Saree and Lightwave fly together, maintaining clocks and trying to avoid everyone hunting them. They’ve started to come together as a team, but Saree’s no-longer secret identity is straining their bonds. No matter how many times they change their name or fold to a new constellation, Lightwave is under constant threat. Organized crime, greedy corporations, and political operatives all hunt Saree—the most wanted woman in the universe. Lightwave needs real protection, maybe a whole military fleet. When Hal shows up, apparently unharmed from his captivity, he has all the answers. But is his escape too good to be true? And will the pressure on the crew form diamonds or crush them into stardust? Find out in Lightwave: Command Decision, Folding Space Series 6.0!
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#7

Lightwave

Longshot

2020

Safety is a longshot, but it’s better than no shot at all. Safe in the middle of a Gov Human military task force, Saree is content. No, she’s more than content; her new relationship with Ruhger makes her happy. But when an unknown enemy destroys one of their military escorts, Lightwave is back on the run. With no idea who attacked them, they can’t trust anyone. All they can do is keep folding away, finding new systems and new cover identities. Especially when elements inside Gov Human military blame Saree and Lightwave for the attack and stage a takeover. With enemies on all side, safety is right out the airlock. Mere survival is a longshot… The thrilling conclusion of the Folding Space Series is finally here!

Author

A. M. Scott
A. M. Scott
Author · 8 books

After twenty years as a US Air Force space operations officer, AM now operates a laptop, trading in real satellites for fictional spaceships. She writes classic-style science fiction for today’s world, full of adventure, hope and heart. AM’s writing cave is deep in the mountains of western Montana; check out Montana, The Amazing Sleeping Man, Zoe, their slightly crazy German Shepherd and Shepherd Book on Instagram. AM is also a volunteer leader with Team Rubicon Disaster Response. Sign up for the Scott Space Newsletter and get free short stories, Lightwave: Short Stories 1. https://www.amscottwrites.com/lightwa... The Folding Space Series is complete and ready for binge reading! Start with Lightwave: Nexus Station or Lightwave: Clocker. The Quantum Fold series is complete, too. Start with Quinn of Cygnus: Lift Off! Time Guild 1 is coming soon!

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