Jack the Bodiless

This novel is the first book in Julian May's Galactic Milieu Series, and it introduces the core characters and overarching conflict. While it can be read as a starting point for the series, readers new to Julian May's work might find it helpful to begin with her earlier Saga of Pliocene Exile series, as the Galactic Milieu builds upon some of its concepts and characters.

Jack the Bodiless serves as a prequel to Julian May's highly acclaimed Saga of Pliocene Exile series, providing the origin story for many of the key figures and the historical context of the Milieu. It delves into the events that directly lead to the setting and circumstances explored in the Pliocene Exile books, offering a deeper understanding of that universe.