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Synopsis
*HER WORD IS HER WEAPON.* Mankind has spread out and conquered the galaxy by mastering the fundamental language of the universe. With the right training, the right application of words, truth itself can be rearranged. Language is literally power. Peace reigns now. Order reigns. For if a planet deviates too far from what the authorities plan, an agent is sent out to correct that. To quietly and with great skill, end that world. One such agent is Elyth – a true believer. But on a clandestine mission to stop an uprising before it can truly begin, Elyth comes to realise she hasn’t been told the whole truth herself. There’s so much she doesn’t know. How can there be people whose truth is different to that of the authorities? Elyth’s faith in the powers that be is shaken just when she needs it most. While on her mission, a dark and unknown presence makes itself known at the edges of the galaxy – and it cannot be controlled, for nobody knows its name…
Is Every Sky a Grave appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
A philosophical space fantasy with moderate violence involving planetary destruction and state-sanctioned killing. Features themes of manipulation, questioning authority, and moral ambiguity in service to a galactic order.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include genocide, political violence, and manipulation (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to the unique magic system based on language and the protagonist's journey from true believer to questioning everything she's been told.