Empress of a Thousand Skies

Gr 7 Up—This futuristic space adventure takes readers on a wild ride. Crown Princess Rhiannon Ta'an, the sole heir to the throne, is being hunted by those who want her power. She must defeat her murderous pursuers, avenge her family, and secure her position. But to do this, Rhee has to determine who is an ally and who is an enemy. Aly, a star of the show The Revolutionary Boys, is now a fugitive. Framed for a murder he had nothing to do with, he must figure out how to clear his name. But with Aly's face plastered all over space, it is not easy to avoid capture and find people to help him. While Rhee and Aly try to protect themselves, planets are at war, fugitives are everywhere, and technological advances are being abused by nefarious players. In her debut novel, Belleza creates a thrilling world filled with deception, war, friendship, and love. The fast-paced plot and relatable characters will hook readers, and the transitions between each character's point of view are smooth and easy to follow. This isn't the official start to a series, but much of the book seems to lay the foundation for a sequel.