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The mission was supposed to be go to Xeiryn, complete the objective, and leave—before it’s too late.
Of course, that's where everything fell apart.
Kade, an underworld operative, fights for survival on Xeiryn—a planet on the edge of the galaxy where crime syndicates control the only antidote to the deadly atmosphere. With no other choice as a human, he is caught serving the syndicates under his protector, a woman called Ash. However, when her secret against the syndicates is revealed, their world is torn apart.
After a devastating separation, Kade is forced into a struggle for survival in a new galaxy. Working with a crew of mercenaries, he has only one
Find his way back to Ash.
When a powerful client offers the crew a secretive mission to Xeiryn, Kade can’t resist the opportunity that could lead him back to Ash. But the mission quickly becomes the least of his worries when Kade and his sharpshooter comrade Xiara suspect their assignment isn’t at all what it seems.
Now, torn between his past and his future, Kade has to face the bitter reality of what it will take to find Ash and if she is truly everything he once believed.
Of course, that's where everything fell apart.
Kade, an underworld operative, fights for survival on Xeiryn—a planet on the edge of the galaxy where crime syndicates control the only antidote to the deadly atmosphere. With no other choice as a human, he is caught serving the syndicates under his protector, a woman called Ash. However, when her secret against the syndicates is revealed, their world is torn apart.
After a devastating separation, Kade is forced into a struggle for survival in a new galaxy. Working with a crew of mercenaries, he has only one
Find his way back to Ash.
When a powerful client offers the crew a secretive mission to Xeiryn, Kade can’t resist the opportunity that could lead him back to Ash. But the mission quickly becomes the least of his worries when Kade and his sharpshooter comrade Xiara suspect their assignment isn’t at all what it seems.
Now, torn between his past and his future, Kade has to face the bitter reality of what it will take to find Ash and if she is truly everything he once believed.
314 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 28, 2024
About the author
Grace Walker
12 books14 followersGrace Walker is a young indie author specializing in YA dystopian sci-fi, known for crafting immersive worlds filled with fast-paced action, heartfelt romance, and deeply character-driven stories. She debuted at fourteen with her first sci-fi fantasy novel for teens and quickly followed up with her breakout novel, ASH.
A passionate storyteller, Grace draws inspiration from the sci-fi, action, and romance genres to write her novels. When she's not writing or reading, she enjoys book design, art, stargazing, and connecting with fellow readers and writers. She is active on X/Twitter @gwalkerauthor, where she shares updates on her projects, continuing to captivate audiences with her blend of high-stakes adventure and emotional depth in faraway dystopian galaxies.
A passionate storyteller, Grace draws inspiration from the sci-fi, action, and romance genres to write her novels. When she's not writing or reading, she enjoys book design, art, stargazing, and connecting with fellow readers and writers. She is active on X/Twitter @gwalkerauthor, where she shares updates on her projects, continuing to captivate audiences with her blend of high-stakes adventure and emotional depth in faraway dystopian galaxies.
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November 11, 2024
This a well written story following the adventures of Kade and Ash. Kade is a young mercenary and Ash is his protector, wife and love of his life. After a disaster on his dystopian home world they are separated. Read this wonderful novel to see if they are ever reunited!
April 1, 2025
Great start!
This is such a great start to a potential series! This book ends on a pretty big cliffhanger so be prepared to also get book 2. I just ordered Ash 2.0 and will start it very soon. Good character development and intriguing plot that keeps moving. There’s so much more I can’t wait to get into in book 2.
This is such a great start to a potential series! This book ends on a pretty big cliffhanger so be prepared to also get book 2. I just ordered Ash 2.0 and will start it very soon. Good character development and intriguing plot that keeps moving. There’s so much more I can’t wait to get into in book 2.
February 28, 2025
Great sci-fi story - grabbing the second
I really enjoyed ASH. Great pacing, good amount of sci-fi, and relatable characters that kept me engaged. Picking up ASH 2.0 next.
I really enjoyed ASH. Great pacing, good amount of sci-fi, and relatable characters that kept me engaged. Picking up ASH 2.0 next.
March 23, 2025
Whoa! That was a gritty, emotional sci-fi action adventure. Ends with a reality-searing bang, and now I have to read the next book to find out what happens.
May 6, 2025
A sci-fi novel with so much angst that it was a little unbelievable for the character to feel so distraught. I did enjoy the world and the plot. It was a little slow in the middle, but quickly pick back up. I do want to read book 2 to find out what happens next.
January 24, 2025
These eyes, are crying
These eyes have seen a lot of love,
But they're never gonna see another one like I had with you
These eyes have seen a lot of love,
But they're never gonna see another one like I had with you
April 4, 2025
I was drawn in by the concept of Ash, and you can tell the author has a passion for storytelling. The worldbuilding showed some very interesting ideas, but the pacing dragged at times, and I was hoping for more action based on the premise. Kade’s role as an underworld operative didn’t fully land for me, he felt more like a kid around his parents and sibling than a tough character, and the ending left things hanging.
This book definitely sets things up I'm sure for the second book, but I would have really liked to have had some more resolutions by the end of this book. If you pick up this book, be prepared to pick up the next as well, as you won't be satisfied with this one alone.
This book definitely sets things up I'm sure for the second book, but I would have really liked to have had some more resolutions by the end of this book. If you pick up this book, be prepared to pick up the next as well, as you won't be satisfied with this one alone.
February 25, 2025
A fun read with compelling characters and an original story. It takes a little while to develop, but is well worth the wait. Without giving anything away, I was a big fan of the ending. Looking forward to the next one.
February 23, 2026
I WAS HOOKED. An absolute page-turner right from the start, opening with a chase scene and never relenting. High stakes and high pace throughout, what an ending too! I cannot wait to sink into the sequel.
October 22, 2026
I really like the dynamic between the huge girl and the wee tiny guy. And the cover? Chef's kiss. One of the prettiest covers I've seen all year. I bought the book just because I wanted the cover on my shelf.
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