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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Reckoners series, Words of Radiance, and the Mistborn trilogy comes the first book in an epic new series about a girl who dreams of becoming a pilot in a dangerous world at war for humanity's future. Spensa's world has been under attack for decades. Now pilots are the heroes of what's left of the human race, and becoming one has always been Spensa's dream. Since she was a little girl, she has imagined soaring skyward and proving her bravery. But her fate is intertwined with her father's--a pilot himself who was killed years ago when he abruptly deserted his team, leaving Spensa's chances of attending flight school at slim to none. No one will let Spensa forget what her father did, yet fate works in mysterious ways. Flight school might be a long shot, but she is determined to fly. And an accidental discovery in a long-forgotten cavern might just provide her with a way to claim the stars. And don't miss the thrilling sequel, Starsight " A] nonstop, highflying opener." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review "With this action-packed trilogy opener, Sanderson offers up a resourceful, fearless heroine and a memorable cast." --Publishers Weekly, starred review "Sanderson delivers a cinematic adventure that explores the defining aspects of the individual versus the society. . . . Fans of Sanderson will not be disappointed." --SLJ "It is impossible to turn the pages fast enough." --Booklist
- Format: TradePaperback
- Author: Sanderson, Brandon
- ISBN: 9780399555800
- Condition: Used
- Dimensions: 8.10 x 1.30
- Number Of Pages: 544
- Publication Year: 2019
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Will make you want to learn to fly
Nikki L. - 4 years 9 months agoTo start, this book has a well-written female lead. She struggles with who she is and you watch her grow and discover who she is. Also, it has a really cool space system in which the book takes place and it shows how far humans can go. This is a must read for any Sanderson fans. Lastly, Doomslug is the best!
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The best book ever!!!
Keyla Y. - 6 years 4 months agoThis book was the best! I loved it. Even though I don't really enjoy spaceships and those kinds of things, I really enjoyed this book, If you read this book, please enjoy! This book was funny, loveable, friendly, scary, sad, and the best book at the end. This is my favorite book and now I'm currently reading, Starsight: The Sequel to Skyward! #SummerReading
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Fans of YA Sci-Fi will enjoy this action-packed adventure.
R L. - 6 years 4 months agoThis was the first book I've read from Brandon Sanderson and let me say I wasn't disappointed. In this fantasy/ sci-fi book, the human race is now constantly fighting against Krell (alien race). They rely on pilots to keep the peace and here enters the main character, Spensa Nightshade aka Spin. Spensa dreams of becoming a pilot but the lingering aftereffects of her father's shameful name have left her virtually homeless and hopeless. She journeys to find out what exactly went wrong and to fight for humankind. Spensa is an interesting character, she's bitter over the way humanity has treated her and her father. They unfairly judge her based on her father's actions and try to stop her from becoming a pilot. Spensa is short tempered and has strong opinions about most everything. But she's also fiercely loyal and dedicated to her planet. What I like about this book is that she matures as a character and has a character arc that isn't rushed. It's also filled with a good dose of humor. If you can get through the start, which admittedly a little slow and takes time to introduce the characters. You'll find that this is an enjoyable read. #SummerReading
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I love this!
Angelina G. - 6 years 5 months agoI loved this book! This is my favorite book I have ever read. The characters were great. The setting was cool and unique. Great friendships and relationships. Little to no romance. I would recommend this if like school settings, friends, funny talking space ships, and great character development!
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Sanderson is a new favorite
Alicia S. - 6 years 5 months agoFirst off I just want to say that Bradon Sanderson is a masterful storyteller whether he is writing adult fiction or a genre for a younger audience. Skyward was my introduction to his work and I loved it so much that I went on to buy everything else he's written as well. The characters are richly written and the scenes are so crisp and clear that you feel like you are right there with Spin and Mbot as they soar through the sky battling the alien enemy bent on their destruction. Thankfully anyone reading this wont have to wait for the second book since Starsight is already out and though I've just started it it feels like just as promising a read as the rest of his work. This is a good thing because the cliffhanger was a killer.