Ignite the Stars: 1

The 2019 Hal Clement Notable Young Adult Books List

Everyone in the universe knows his name. Everyone in the universe fears him. But no one realizes that notorious outlaw Ia Cōcha is a seventeen-year-old girl.

A criminal mastermind and unrivaled pilot, Ia has spent her life terrorizing the Olympus Commonwealth, the imperialist nation that destroyed her home. When the Commonwealth captures her and her true identity is exposed, they see Ia's age and talent as an opportunity: by forcing her to serve them, they will prove that no one is beyond their control.

Soon, Ia is trapped at the Commonwealth's military academy, desperately plotting her escape. But new acquaintances--including Brinn, a seemingly average student with a closely-held secret, and their charming Flight Master, Knives--cause Ia to question her own alliances. Can she find a way to escape the Commonwealth's clutches before these bonds deepen?

In this exhilarating edge-of-your-seat sci-fi adventure--perfect for fans of The Lunar Chronicles--debut author Maura Milan introduces our world to a thrilling new heroine.

Publisher: Aw Teen
Published: 09/04/2018
Pages: 400
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.60w x 1.40d
ISBN: 9780807536254
Age: Young Adult


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/01/2018
Booklist 07/01/2018 pg. 51
School Library Journal 09/01/2018 pg. 115
Voice of Youth Advocates 10/01/2018 - Recommended - Better Than Most
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 11/01/2018
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2019 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
Maura Milan received her BA in Film Production from USC's School of Cinema-Television and currently lives in Los Angeles, where she works in video production. Ignite the Stars is her first novel.