Sola

by Luca DalCanto

In a distant star cluster where language has replaced technology and linguists are the architects of thought, Miles Transon dreams of a life beyond his backwater planet. A mute teenager with ambitions to be an accomplished language engineer, Miles has always longed to be heard. But his silence is both a gift and a curse—even as he struggles to make connections, the seeds of a new language are taking hold in him which may have the power to change the very way we understand reality.

When an enormous generation ship hailing from Earth emerges from the depths of legend, carrying a society steeped in ancient technology and alien traditions, Miles is thrown into a cosmic odyssey that will take him to places he never imagined. This new enemy has declared its dominion over the star cluster, but the worlds Miles calls home are far from united in their position. Drawn into the heart of the conflict, Miles must wield his silent genius to bridge divides, uncover secrets, and discover his voice. Will he prove that silence can speak louder than words, or will he be enveloped by the entropy of colliding civilizations?

Sola is a genre-defying exploration of language, identity, time, and the breathtaking power of connection in times of crisis.

361 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 26, 2024