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Starfall

Starflight #2 / 2
by Melissa Landers
Starfall (Starflight #2) by Melissa Landers
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When Princess Cassia Rose fled her home world of Eturia to escape an arranged marriage to a bloodthirsty prince and prevent a coup, she had no idea her sudden departure would spark a war. Now after two years hiding as a lowly ship hand, she finally has the chance to return home and make peace, but not in the way she imagined. Shackled by bounty hunters, she is violently dragged back to account for her crimes. Her only solace is that the Banshee crew managed to evade capture, including Kane Arric, her best friend... with occasional benefits.

Meanwhile, Kane and the rest of the crew of the Banshee, including Solara and Doran, are planning a desperate rescue mission. But when they arrive on Eturia, they find Cassia ruling her home planet, having imprisoned the rogue prince who would have overthrown her family. Deep down, Kane knows that Cassia can't rule her world and be with the bastard son of a business man, but he's also sure she returns his feelings, and that makes the circumstances all the more painful. When the outer realms are threatened by the dangerous Zhang mafia, Cassia, Kane and the rest of the Banshee crew rally to protect the population from widespread enslavement. The reunion forces Cassia to consider who her true family is and if she can live without the boy who has been there for her through thick and thin.

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Science FictionYoung Adult
Release date: February 6, 2017

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Melissa Landers

Melissa Landers

Melissa Landers' love for stories that transport readers to distant worlds didn't develop overnight. Growing up in Ohio, she balanced an ordinary childhood with an extraordinary imagination, which led her to a career as a teacher and, eventually, a full-time writer. But while her days spent in the classroom shaped her understanding of character and conflict, it was her nights spent crafting fantastical worlds that truly defined her path.

Landers' breakout moment came with Alienated, the first book in a trilogy that combined her passion for first-contact science fiction with the complexity of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of an alien exchange program, the series explores themes of cultural clashes, personal identity, and the powerful connections that can form even when two very different species meet. Readers flocked to her richly imagined worlds, where adventure and romance intertwine seamlessly, and where characters aren't just discovering the stars—they're discovering themselves.

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Her Starflight duology expanded this focus on outer space, blending space opera with the kind of character-driven drama that’s become her signature. It’s in these books that Landers truly demonstrates her knack for creating relatable characters in high-stakes situations, showing her readers that even in the vastness of the universe, the emotional landscape of a person’s heart is just as complex and thrilling.

But beyond the interplanetary adventures and romantic escapades, Melissa Landers' writing resonates because it touches on universal themes: the desire to belong, the courage to take risks, and the belief that no matter how far from home we travel, we are all searching for the same thing—a connection that makes us feel seen.

When she's not writing, Landers enjoys spending time with her family and her growing collection of sci-fi memorabilia. She lives in Loveland, Ohio, and still draws inspiration from the simple, quiet moments that often spark the most imaginative ideas.

Whether you're reading about alien diplomacy or interstellar smuggling rings, Landers' books are more than just journeys through space—they're explorations of the human heart, wrapped in adventure, humor, and just the right amount of stardust.

Starflight

Starflight consists of two books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Starflight (Starflight #1)
★ 4.00 / 1
Starfall (Starflight #2)
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