Aurora Rising by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff (2019)

When a group of academy misfits are forced together for their first mission, they uncover a conspiracy that threatens the fate of the galaxy. Their leader is a golden boy pilot, their crew is chaos incarnate, and their chemistry is electric. Kaufman and Kristoff’s dialogue sparkles with wit and heart, and the story moves like a blockbuster in print. It’s a thrilling mix of humor, danger, and found-family feels.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½