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R.W.W. Greene
Science-Fiction Writer, Recovering Journalist and Teacher
Latest Release
The First Planets duology
Mercury Rising
In the year 1976, humanity's dreams of space exploration have become a reality. The Moon, Mars, Venus, and even the Asteroid Belt have been colonized. But when aliens attack, humanity is forced to confront the fact that they are not alone in the universe.
Brooklyn Lamontagne is a petty criminal who finds himself caught up in the conflict between the aliens and humanity. He must decide where his loyalties lie and what he is willing to fight for.
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Earth Retrograde
Twenty years later, the Earth is facing a deadline: Leave the planet or die. With a mysterious virus making it difficult for humans to reproduce, the United Nations is working to get everyone off Earth before it's too late.
But the USA and the USSR have their own agendas. They've set their sights on Mars, claiming half a planet each. And Brooklyn is still caught in the middle, trying to survive and protect those he cares about.
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R.W.W. Greene's First Planets duology is a thrilling and thought-provoking exploration of what it means to be human in a universe that is not our own.
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Greene's world is immersive, compelling, and fun.
"Greene remixes sci-fi conventions into a wild, satisfying adventure in a nearly picaresque vein…Readers willing to roll with the punches will delight in following Greene’s winding path."
– Publishers Weekly
Praise & Reviews
With a deft weaving of rock ‘n roll, denim suits, AMC Pacers and nuclear-powered spaceships, Greene effortlessly recreates a 1970s America that could have been.
"Mercury Rising is a rollicking, funny, picaresque adventure novel… Recommended for fans of old sf-adventure serials..."
– Booklist
Everything I've come to love about Greene: impeccable story logic, fantastic prose, sly humor, and hope in all its glory.
This book stayed with me for a while after I finished, as much for the characters as the story itself. It’s engaging, thought-provoking and confounding. -- Ancillary Review of Books
About R.W.W. Greene
R.W.W. Greene (aka Rob Greene) is a rising star in the world of science fiction. His thought-provoking novels explore the complexities of humanity's place in the universe, often with a focus on the social and political implications of the future.
Greene's debut novel, The Light Years, garnered critical acclaim for its intricate world-building and compelling characters. He followed this success with the gripping First Planets duology, Mercury Rising and Earth Retrograde, which delve into the challenges of first contact and the struggle for survival in a rapidly changing galaxy.
With his sharp prose and insightful storytelling, Greene has established himself as an author to watch. He invites readers to contemplate the future of humanity while delivering unforgettable adventures.