This is an example of good combination of sci-fi and fantasy genres, and perhaps those advocating for the purity of these genres could appreciate the result of Tiffany Cherney’s work. There is no mentioning of human race or the Earth in this short book (and it’s really too short for such a good idea). It is solely about other planets, other creatures. However, they seem very human-like. The main character, Rei, has no past, at least her past is practically unknown to us. For me, it only makes the protagonist more interesting, you start analyzing her actions and words, trying to grasp her motives and background, which played an important role in molding of her character. Being independent and strong, Rei chiefly counts upon herself. She gets away from her captors, steals a starship, becomes its captain and gathers a team of cast-offs which now sails the galaxy and robs anyone who comes across them. Although Rei found new family among these people, still, she’s always in search for answers, and that’s what made me empathize with her so much. All in all, it was a good story. Yet, I hope the author will think about moving to the next weight category and expand the volume of the next book.
