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Astra Black #3
A City Dreaming
The third and final book in a trilogy where the futuristic technology of Black Panther meets the scale of The Expanse and the intricate political maneuverings of Game of Thrones.
“Not to be missed.”―Washington Post on Sweep of Stars
Maurice Broaddus returns with A City Dreaming, the third book in his Astra Black trilogy, which explores the struggles of an empire. Epic in scope and intimate in voice, it follows members of the Muungano Empire―a far-reaching coalition of city-states that stretches from Earth to Titan and beyond―as it faces renewed threats to its progress.
We received a signal. Everything has changed.
The Interstellar Alliance are coming.
A new empire approaches and the Muungano, already facing foes much closer to home, will have to contend with what it means for their future. Across the solar system, from Earth to Mars and Titan, beyond the Orun Gate, and across time and space itself a battle will rage.
Their soldiers, scientists, diplomats and leaders will all have a role to play if their empire is to live on.
“Not to be missed.”―Washington Post on Sweep of Stars
Maurice Broaddus returns with A City Dreaming, the third book in his Astra Black trilogy, which explores the struggles of an empire. Epic in scope and intimate in voice, it follows members of the Muungano Empire―a far-reaching coalition of city-states that stretches from Earth to Titan and beyond―as it faces renewed threats to its progress.
We received a signal. Everything has changed.
The Interstellar Alliance are coming.
A new empire approaches and the Muungano, already facing foes much closer to home, will have to contend with what it means for their future. Across the solar system, from Earth to Mars and Titan, beyond the Orun Gate, and across time and space itself a battle will rage.
Their soldiers, scientists, diplomats and leaders will all have a role to play if their empire is to live on.
- GenresScience Fiction
336 pages, Hardcover
Published June 30, 2026
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August 22, 2026
A City Dreaming brings the Astra Black trilogy to an ambitious and expansive conclusion, combining futuristic technology, interstellar politics, military conflict, and the human consequences of an empire under pressure. Maurice Broaddus takes the story beyond a single world, following the Muungano Empire across Earth, Mars, Titan, and the vast reaches beyond the Orun Gate as a new interstellar power threatens everything the coalition has built.
What makes the premise particularly compelling is the scale of the conflict alongside the range of people caught within it. Soldiers, scientists, diplomats, and political leaders all have different roles to play as the Muungano confronts threats both within its own borders and from an approaching Interstellar Alliance. The story promises the kind of sweeping political and technological stakes that make space opera so engaging, while maintaining an intimate focus on the people responsible for carrying an entire civilization forward.
Readers who enjoy expansive science fiction, space opera, futuristic societies, political intrigue, interstellar conflict, military science fiction, and large-scale world-building should find A City Dreaming especially appealing. As the final installment of the Astra Black trilogy, it offers a significant culmination to the series' exploration of empire, progress, identity, and the challenges of building a future across worlds. Its combination of ambitious scope and character-driven storytelling gives the trilogy a fittingly grand finale.
What makes the premise particularly compelling is the scale of the conflict alongside the range of people caught within it. Soldiers, scientists, diplomats, and political leaders all have different roles to play as the Muungano confronts threats both within its own borders and from an approaching Interstellar Alliance. The story promises the kind of sweeping political and technological stakes that make space opera so engaging, while maintaining an intimate focus on the people responsible for carrying an entire civilization forward.
Readers who enjoy expansive science fiction, space opera, futuristic societies, political intrigue, interstellar conflict, military science fiction, and large-scale world-building should find A City Dreaming especially appealing. As the final installment of the Astra Black trilogy, it offers a significant culmination to the series' exploration of empire, progress, identity, and the challenges of building a future across worlds. Its combination of ambitious scope and character-driven storytelling gives the trilogy a fittingly grand finale.
September 27, 2026
I had no idea what was going on! I felt this was all a big muddle and really struggled to follow. I really enjoyed the first book, the second was okay but I was really disappointed with this unfortunately. Not for me.
November 4, 2026
What a towering achievement. Epic is an understatement; this afrofuturist trilogy feels like a hybrid of The Expanse and Game of Thrones. The battles are intense but so are the meetings and discussions. All three books are must reads but this one sticks the landing. Full review and podcast coming.
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