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She came face to face with the Delvers, and finally got answers to the questions she's had about her own strange Cytonic gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Superiority didn't stop in its fight for galactic dominance while she was gone, though. Spensa's team, Skyward Flight, was able to hold Winzik off, and even collect allies to help with the cause, but it's only a matter of time until humanity—and the rest of the galaxy—falls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDefeating them will require all the knowledge Spensa gathered while in the Nowhere. But being Cytonic is more complicated than she ever could have imagined. 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In this high-stakes environment, pilots emerge as the ultimate heroes, risking everything to keep their people safe. Among them, young Spensa harbours dreams of flight and heroism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpensa's aspirations to soar above the desolate world are shadowed by her father's legacy. A once-revered pilot, he was branded a coward after abandoning his squad during a critical mission and consequently met his end. This act of alleged desertion has cast a long shadow over Spensa, making her dream of attending flight school near impossible. Despite the stigma of her father's actions, Spensa remains resolute and determined to prove her worth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the story unfolds, the Krell intensify their attacks, doubling their fleet and escalating the threat. This sudden surge in the enemy’s offensive opens up a harrowing yet golden opportunity for Spensa. With humanity's survival hanging in the balance, Spensa's chance to take to the skies and fight for her people might finally be within reach. Her journey is one of self-discovery, bravery, and uncovering the truth about her father's fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSkyward\u003c\/i\u003e not only delivers heart-pounding action and intricate world-building but also delves into themes of courage, defiance, and the quest for identity in the face of formidable odds. 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The rumours of his cowardice are, in fact, true; he deserted his flight during a critical battle against the Krell and even turned against his own team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite these revelations, Spensa refuses to accept the story at face value. She believes there's more to uncover about her father's betrayal, fearing that the same fate might await her in her own starship. Upon breaching the protective shell of her planet, she hears the whispers of the stars—a daunting and terrifying experience. The knowledge she gains shatters her understanding of everything she has been taught. The foundation of her world is built on lies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDetermined and resilient, Spensa learns critical truths about herself that fuel her resolve. She is prepared to journey to the ends of the galaxy, if necessary, to save humankind. 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