Skyward by Brandon Sanderson (2018)

Spensa dreams of becoming a pilot to fight alien invaders and redeem her father’s tarnished legacy. She’s brash, determined, and wildly funny — the perfect protagonist for a story about defiance and destiny. Sanderson’s pacing is pure adrenaline, but it’s the emotional weight that makes Skyward soar. It’s both a war story and a love letter to ambition.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐