Frequently Asked Questions

What is the EXODUS series about?

EXODUS is a five-book science fiction saga by Orson T. Badger that spans more than 800 years. It begins in 2082 with Earth under totalitarian rule and follows humanity's desperate escape aboard a massive generation ship — the Ark. The series blends dystopian fiction, space opera, and alien-world survival across five novels: Chaos Rising, Mutiny, MoonBound, BioRift, and SandRats.

How many books are in the EXODUS series?

There are five books: Chaos Rising (Book 1), Mutiny (Book 2), MoonBound (Book 3), BioRift (Book 4), and SandRats (Book 5). The complete saga totals 2,565 pages.

What order should I read the EXODUS books?

Start with Chaos Rising, then Mutiny. MoonBound (Book 3) is a parallel story set on Earth's moon in 2087 — it can be read after either Book 1 or Book 2. Finish with BioRift and SandRats, which are set 800 years later on the alien world Azaa. See the full reading order and guide for more details.

What genre is the EXODUS series?

EXODUS is a science fiction space opera with dystopian and alien-world survival elements. It features generation ships, political rebellion, biowired soldiers, lunar prisons, and alien planets. Fans of The Expanse, Battlestar Galactica, Red Rising, Dune, and Foundation will feel at home.

How can I experience the EXODUS story beyond the books?

All five EXODUS books are available as paperback and Kindle ebook on Amazon. Beyond the books, Exodus: Chaos Rising has been adapted into a full-length rock opera album by the band Ragtags, and MoonBound (Book 3) is being released as a serialized audio drama podcast available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pocket Casts, and more.

What is the EXODUS rock opera?

Exodus: Chaos Rising — The Rock Opera is a full-length musical adaptation of Book One, performed by the band Ragtags. It is available on Spotify, Apple Music, and iTunes. It spans three acts of rebellion, escape, and sacrifice — set to music.

What is the MoonBound podcast?

MoonBound is a sci-fi audio drama based on Book Three of the EXODUS series. It follows assassin Ying-Tai and tech prodigy Carl Bogeran as they are imprisoned in The Hole — a lunar penitentiary — and plot their escape. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Podcast Index, Pocket Casts, and Listen Notes.

Where can I buy the EXODUS books?

All five books are available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle formats. Links: Chaos Rising (Amazon), Mutiny (Amazon), MoonBound (Amazon), BioRift (Amazon), SandRats (Amazon).

Is EXODUS a generation ship story?

Yes. The central narrative follows humanity aboard a twenty-mile-long Ark on an 800-year voyage from Earth to the Altair star system. Books 1 and 2 cover the early years of the voyage, while Books 4 and 5 follow the descendants who arrive at the alien world Azaa. Book 3 is a parallel Earth/Moon story.

Who would enjoy the EXODUS series?

If you love dystopian space opera that spans centuries, generation ship sagas, military sci-fi with biowired soldiers, or alien-world survival stories, EXODUS is for you. Readers who enjoy The Expanse by James S.A. Corey, Red Rising by Pierce Brown, Battlestar Galactica, or Foundation by Isaac Asimov will find a new home in the EXODUS universe. Learn more about the author or browse the complete reading order.

Were the EXODUS books published under different titles?

Yes. All five EXODUS books were re-released in 2025 with updated titles. Chaos Rising was formerly Exodus: Leaving Home. Mutiny was formerly Exodus: Reprisal. MoonBound was formerly Exodus: Moonbreak. BioRift was formerly Exodus: Ragtags. SandRats was formerly Exodus: Sandrats of Azaa. The current official titles are Chaos Rising, Mutiny, MoonBound, BioRift, and SandRats. Some older platforms like Goodreads may still show the previous titles.