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Alliance-Union: Company Wars

by C.J. Cherryh

7 books Started 1981 Latest 1997
Publication Reading Order

The Alliance-Union: Company Wars is a Science Fiction / Fantasy series by C.J. Cherryh, made up of 7 books published between 1981 and 1997. It begins with Downbelow Station (1981), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Finity's End (1997), spanning 16 years of storytelling.

7books
16years active
2decades
~2.7yrs between books
1997latest release
# Title Year Buy
1980s
1 Downbelow Station 1981 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Merchanter's Luck 1982 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Rimrunners 1989 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1990s
4 Heavy Time 1991 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Hellburner 1992 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Tripoint 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Finity's EndLatest 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Alliance-Union: Company Wars series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Alliance-Union: Company Wars series?

Start with Downbelow Station (1981), the first book in the Alliance-Union: Company Wars series by C.J. Cherryh. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Alliance-Union: Company Wars series?

There are 7 books in the Alliance-Union: Company Wars series by C.J. Cherryh, published between 1981 and 1997.

What is the first book in the Alliance-Union: Company Wars series?

The first book in the Alliance-Union: Company Wars series is Downbelow Station, published in 1981 by C.J. Cherryh.

What is the latest book in the Alliance-Union: Company Wars series?

The most recent book in the Alliance-Union: Company Wars series is Finity's End (1997) by C.J. Cherryh.

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About C.J. Cherryh

C. J. Cherryh (born November 1, 1942) is an American science fiction and fantasy writer. She has authored over 90 novels and short stories in multiple series, including the Foreigner universe, the Alliance-Union universe, and the Morgaine trilogy. Cherryh's works are widely acclaimed for their intricate worldbuilding and character development. She has won multiple awards for her writing, including three Hugo Awards, two Nebula Awards, and a Locus Award. Her influential 1978 novel "Downbelow Station" won the Nebula Award for Best Novel and Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel. This marked the beginning of her Foreigner universe, which has gained significant critical and commercial success. Cherryh's works are praised for their depth, realism, and exploration of complex social and political themes. She is considered one of the most significant figures in science fiction and has inspired numerous writers in the genre.

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