Red Setter Medic: Chronicles of Tri-Galactic Trek

by Mary E. Lowd

A healer’s oath knows no species.

Doctor Waverly Keller is the chief medical officer of the starship Initiative—a red setter with a soft heart, steady paws, and an unshakable commitment to saving lives. Even lives the rest of the crew might prefer she didn't save.

When a crashed Archidopteran vessel yields a single, badly injured survivor in “I, Hive,” Dr. Keller faces her most challenging patient a frightened insect drone from a hostile species, alone among strangers who can't even speak her language. But as broken limbs are mended an unexpected bond forms—one that could reshape the future of two civilizations.

Then in “Gone, Not Forgotten,” Dr. Keller uncovers a mystery that begins with a missing child and spirals outward until it seems the universe itself is unraveling around her. The doctor must face a terrifying what if the people you love were never there at all?

Stories of compassion without borders, and a mother who never stops fighting for the ones who need her most.

80 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 10, 2026

About the author

Mary E. Lowd is a prolific science-fiction and furry writer in Oregon. She's had more than 180 short stories and a half dozen novels published, always with more on the way. Her work has won numerous awards, and she's been nominated for the Ursa Major Awards more than any other individual. She is also the founder and editor of Zooscape. She lives in a crashed spaceship, disguised as a house and hidden behind a rose garden, with a large collection of animals, both real and imaginary, who collectively serve as her muse.

Reviews

[Eileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This contained two short stories, the first of which was about twice as long. The first story was very interesting and reminded me a lot of the 7-of-9 ARC in TNG, except Lowd has her own spin on what would make a good ending. I loved her daughter Leslie and the role she played in affecting interactions between the drone and Dr. Keller, and eventually, the captain. I also liked the discussions regarding the drone's desire to choose their gender, and the differences between their societies regarding choice, not just for gender, but for life and vocation. The second story focused even more on Dr. Keller and the mystery of why her world seems to be slowly disappearing. Although not as complex as the first one, I still enjoyed that one. At this point, I've loved every story I've read that is set in this universe and I'm looking forward to the next one!

This is perfect for fans of Star Trek and lovers of animals.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from BookSirens and the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Delphia Von Heeder · Rating 5 out of 5]

Red Setter Medic is Book 7 in the Trio-Galactic Trek by Mary E Lowd. I enjoy this series. Animals are the characters and I like the humor. Dr Waverly is the head medic. In the first story, the author tackled hostel species… save or let die? I needed to really think what would I do. I think this is an enjoyable SiFi. I received an arc for free and am leaving my review voluntarily.

[DMA · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great addition to this universe. Interesting and engaging. A very unique read. Highly recommended