Starfall (a Starflight novel) Hardcover – February 7, 2017

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From School Library Journal --------------------------- Gr 8 Up—In Starflight, Princess Cassia Rose fled from her planet to save those she loved, or so she thought. After two years of living in hiding, things now come to a head when she is finally captured by the ruthless bounty hunters who have been stalking her and best friend Kane. Cassie must quickly decide what type of monarch she will be when she returns home to a planet ravaged by war and misguidance. Cassie and Kane have decisions to make, and they must trust in each other or let it all go. This title will draw in sci-fi romance lovers of the previous volume, but teens don't have to have read it to enjoy the followup. The galactic journey from the first book is referenced, but all of the plotlines from Starflight are explained when needed. It is an interesting switch to hear the narrative voices of two secondary characters from the first volume now having primary roles. The strong message of finding a love of equals shines throughout. Landers sets an intergalactic stage that fans of sci-fi, romance, and adventure will devour. Readers who enjoyed Illuminae by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff will be drawn to this title. VERDICT A great addition to YA sci-fi collections.—Elizabeth Pelayo, St. Charles East High School, IL Read more ( javascript:void(0) ) Review ------ PRAISE FOR STARFLIGHT "Smart, action-packed, and utterly addictive!"―New York Times best-selling author Amie Kaufman PRAISE FOR STARFLIGHT "Teens will be bracing themselves during the swashbuckling space pirate action scenes... A great choice for fans of raw sci-fi action, reminiscent of the lawlessness presented in the television series Firefly." ―School Library Journal PRAISE FOR INVADED "Filled with intrigue and suspense, this book will appeal to both sci-fi and contemporary YA fiction fans."―VOYA PRAISE FOR STARFLIGHT "This is a lively tale of romance, space pirates, conspiracy, and made (as sed to genetic) families. Over the course of the book, all the characters round out nicely, as does the romance... Landers has a firm hand on the plot, which includes a rousing fight scene or two, as well as a nifty twist at the end."―Booklist Read more ( javascript:void(0) ) About the Author ---------------- Melissa Landers is a former teacher who left the classroom to pursue other worlds. A proud sci-fi geek, she isn't afraid to wear her Princess Leia costume in public―just ask her embarrassed kids. She lives outside Cincinnati in the small town of Milford Ohio, where she writes romantic space adventures for teens and the young at heart. Read more ( javascript:void(0) )