Mary Robinette KowalScience Fiction · Fiction·b. 1969
Lady Astronaut Universe
Lady Astronaut Universe
Ongoing series · 2 booksAbout this series
When a meteor strike devastates Earth, humanity must accelerate its space program. This series follows Elma York, a female mathematician and pilot, as she helps lead the charge to the stars. It explores themes of gender equality and the future of space exploration in an alternate 1950s.
Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended reading order for the Lady Astronaut series?
The series is best read in publication order, starting with "The Calculating Stars," followed by "The Fated Sky," and then "The Relentless Moon." This allows readers to follow the chronological progression of Elma York's journey and the alternate history timeline.
Is the Lady Astronaut series connected to other works by Mary Robinette Kowal?
This series is a standalone narrative within Mary Robinette Kowal's body of work and does not directly connect with her other series or novels.