The Stardust Grail: A Novel By Yume Kitasei

Maya Hoshimoto, once the galaxy's premier art thief, seeks a quiet life as an anthropology student but is haunted by unsettling visions of the future. When an old friend offers her a job to find a powerful object crucial to saving an alien species, Maya is thrust back into her old life.

The quest takes her through a universe brimming with strange life and ancient ruins, but danger lurks as others are also hunting for the artifact. Maya's team of friends, both old and new, join her, but her visions cast a shadow over their journey. She grapples with the fear of betrayal and the weight of her choices, knowing that saving one species could jeopardize humanity and Earth.

As Maya delves deeper into her mission, the stakes escalate, and the lines between friend and foe blur. Every step brings her closer to the truth about the artifact and the dark forces vying for its power.

With thrilling action and intricate world-building, Maya's journey is a pulse-pounding race against time and treachery. As she navigates the complexities of loyalty and sacrifice, she must confront her own inner demons while facing external threats that could reshape the fate of the universe. In this gripping sci-fi adventure, Maya Hoshimoto's quest for redemption becomes a battle for survival, where the choices she makes will determine the destiny of worlds. 📚❤️