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Jerry Pournelle
Heorot
Heorot
2 books
Ongoing series
About this series
The Heorot series presents a hard science fiction take on classic mythology. Humanity colonizes a new world, only to discover its native life poses an existential threat, forcing a desperate fight for survival.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a specific order to read the Heorot books?
The series should be read in the order of The Legacy of Heorot, followed by the novella The Secret of Black Ship Island, and then Beowulf's Children, with Starborn and Godsons serving as the third main entry.
Are there other books set in the same universe?
The novel Destiny's Road is set within the same universe as the Heorot series, though it takes place on a different planet.
Did the authors have scientific help for the alien biology?
Reproduction and fertility expert Dr. Jack Cohen served as a consultant for the series, specifically designing the complex life cycle of the alien antagonists known as grendels.