Beyond the stars, a personal journey

Welcome to the world of Roger LeDoux, author of "The Donovan Ascendancy" series. Discover the heart behind the stories, the passion that fuels galactic adventures, and the beliefs that shape every word. Here, we delve into the mind of the author and the universe he's built.

The seed of a galactic saga

The Donovan Ascendancy series was born from a profound question: What would a parent do to protect their children? This deeply personal inquiry started with Drake Donovan, a father in his quiet Oregon home, realizing his family's world was a house of cards. I wanted to capture that raw moment when he must tear his family away from everything they know for their survival. The spark isn't in a starship, but in that kitchen, with coffee and bacon, and a terrifying secret. Science fiction provides the epic canvas to explore this fierce parental instinct, proving the most powerful weapon is love, not lasers.

More than just a story

When you close a my book, I hope you carry the weight of Drake’s love and the memory of his sacrifice. The message is clear: being ordinary is not a weakness. Drake, a technician and fixer, triumphs through compassion and refusal to surrender to darkness. I want readers to feel that even in a cold, vast galaxy, one person's care can make a monumental difference. Walk away believing that human empathy is the ultimate weapon, a force the Afltic Swarm can never defeat.

Beyond the keyboard: a dreamer's world

When not charting galactic courses, I'm immersed in the world around us. Though my formal education ended in high school, I am a lifelong student of history and speculative thought, constantly studying how civilizations rise and fall. This grounding influences the intricate political and social structures within my books. Living in the Pacific Northwest, the rugged landscapes of ancient forests and misty mountains fuel my imagination, reflecting the resilience of the human spirit. Like Drake, I'm a dreamer who loves to fix things, from broken machinery to complex plot points. I also cherish the classic science fiction stories that first ignited my passion, always seeking the next great idea just beyond the horizon.

"Roger's stories resonate with a deep human truth, making galactic adventures feel intensely personal and profoundly moving. A true master of the genre!"

A loyal reader