The Spyridon Saga Series by Lillian James

"A riveting origins story...pulls readers into a wondrous universe brimming with fascinating characters." -Kirkus Reviews "A vivid and emotional depiction of human nature, flawlessly blended into an intricate science fiction epic." -Striking13 There's something wrong with Jane. She doesn't just make other people uncomfortable—she terrifies them, and she has no idea why. All she knows is she has to keep to herself, even when impossible things start to happen... more"A riveting origins story...pulls readers into a wondrous universe brimming with fascinating characters." -Kirkus Reviews "A vivid and emotional depiction of human nature, flawlessly blended into an intricate science fiction epic." -Striking13 There's something wrong with Jane. She doesn't just make other people uncomfortable—she terrifies them, and she has no idea why. All she knows is she has to keep to herself, even when impossible things start to happen. Then she meets Mikhél, a rebel from the planet Spyridon, and she learns that there’s nothing wrong with her at all. She’s just not human. She was never supposed to grow up on Earth alone, and Mikhél has come to take her home. But this isn’t an ordinary homecoming. Spyridon is controlled by a vicious warlord, and Mikhél wants Jane to join the fight for freedom. As she secretly trains for battle on a ship filled with enemy spies and slaves who would turn her in to save themselves, she can’t help but wonder—can she really fight for a world that wants her dead? She’d better decide quickly, because the enemy won’t wait until she reaches Spyridon to strike. Mystery, romance, and suspense mingle in the debut novel from Lillian James. Spyridon is the first installment in a riveting science fiction trilogy about how one woman’s journey home sparks a revolution millennia in the making. less

Spyridon's heir has returned.Jane survived the journey from Earth to reclaim her place as Seirsha, rightful ruler of the enslaved planet Spyridon. But her first effort in the rebellion doesn't go as planned, and now she must split up her council to quell her suspicion that all is not as it seems. She sends her team on missions that might propel them toward the future that she fears most, but she has no choice. If her doubts prove true, the enemy has an advantage they can't afford to ignore... moreSpyridon's heir has returned.Jane survived the journey from Earth to reclaim her place as Seirsha, rightful ruler of the enslaved planet Spyridon. But her first effort in the rebellion doesn't go as planned, and now she must split up her council to quell her suspicion that all is not as it seems. She sends her team on missions that might propel them toward the future that she fears most, but she has no choice. If her doubts prove true, the enemy has an advantage they can't afford to ignore.But not even Seirsha's gift of foresight can tell them what's coming, because none of them truly understand the evil that has taken their planet. And by the time Seirsha finds what's waiting for them in The Empty City, it may be too late to stop what the enemy has put in motion.Aliens, spies, and a child with a dangerous secret will collide in the powerful second installment of the Spyridon Saga, the story of a planetary revolution millennia in the making. less

Not all villains look like monsters.Seirsha has discovered what the invaders are hiding on Spyridon, and it’s worse than she imagined. To free her people, she must follow the route laid out by prophecy. But foresight is driving her down a perilous path, and the people she cares about most are risking everything to help her.The key to Spyridon’s liberation hides behind the gates of the Ancient City. Seirsha must infiltrate the enemy stronghold, but this might be her most dangerous mission yet... moreNot all villains look like monsters.Seirsha has discovered what the invaders are hiding on Spyridon, and it’s worse than she imagined. To free her people, she must follow the route laid out by prophecy. But foresight is driving her down a perilous path, and the people she cares about most are risking everything to help her.The key to Spyridon’s liberation hides behind the gates of the Ancient City. Seirsha must infiltrate the enemy stronghold, but this might be her most dangerous mission yet. Spyridon’s oldest city isn’t just overrun with invaders. It’s also home to the Order of Myrna, a traitorous cult with customs as dark as its genesis.Just when victory seems possible, survival demands the unthinkable. Suddenly, Seirsha faces an impossible choice. Obey destiny…Or protect its most innocent victims?Fanaticism, free will, and fate clash in the third installment of the Spyridon Saga, the story of a planetary revolution millennia in the making. less