Sam Gunn Series

Dive into a galaxy teeming with danger and bizarre aliens through the eyes of Samuel "Sam" Gunn, a perennial screw-up and reluctant adventurer. Despite a chronic lack of luck and an ever-present debt, Sam constantly finds himself in escalating trouble, often with his own survival or his friends' lives on the line. This series offers a perfect blend of thrilling space opera, sharp wit, and an irrepressible underdog spirit that's hard not to root for.

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The Sam Gunn Omnibus
Featuring Every Story Ever Written about Sam Gunn, and Then Some
Ben Bova
706 pages
25 hours of reading
3.7(10)Add rating
Sam Gunn is a larger-than-life character, combining the ambition of a conqueror with the charm of a showman. His knack for finding trouble, wealth, and romance leads him through a series of misadventures. Once the best astronaut trained by NASA, he now navigates life after being cast aside, showcasing a blend of bravado and youthful desire that drives his escapades.

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The Sam Gunn Omnibus