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Wingscape Chronicles
Under A Caged Sky
"it is 3:30 am and i have been reading since 1pm the previous day... and holy. crap. this book sky rocketed to my #1 favorite book of all time. i already want to re read it because i read it SO FAST and my mind is mush." - Goodreads reader Chelsea
“You have three hours to tell us where she is, or else we kill him.”
That’s the choice the Coalition gives me: betray my best friend or have my partner killed. And this after they locked us under a caged sky and mutated us, giving us all wings with random-as-crap powers. Mine are sparkly pink ones whose favorite pastime is flirting and healing people and… worse.
But I was learning to live with it—the wings, the fact that my best friend had become a fugitive, the fact that I was falling in love with a guy with wings of ice, a heart of gold, and secrets he wasn't telling… but the Coalition used him again and again to force me to stoop to their demands—and I did. I bowed, I bent—I would not break—
But I will only go so far for love.
“WOW!!! So blown away by the story. Writing was incredible.. Found myself waiting to get back to read what was happening with the characters,” says one reviewer.
According to another, “Every time I thought I figured it out, there was a twist. Putting it down was torture. Very engaging, and engrossing.”
*** contains adult language ***
This book is meant to be a standalone because there is no sequel that tells of events after this story ends.
“You have three hours to tell us where she is, or else we kill him.”
That’s the choice the Coalition gives me: betray my best friend or have my partner killed. And this after they locked us under a caged sky and mutated us, giving us all wings with random-as-crap powers. Mine are sparkly pink ones whose favorite pastime is flirting and healing people and… worse.
But I was learning to live with it—the wings, the fact that my best friend had become a fugitive, the fact that I was falling in love with a guy with wings of ice, a heart of gold, and secrets he wasn't telling… but the Coalition used him again and again to force me to stoop to their demands—and I did. I bowed, I bent—I would not break—
But I will only go so far for love.
“WOW!!! So blown away by the story. Writing was incredible.. Found myself waiting to get back to read what was happening with the characters,” says one reviewer.
According to another, “Every time I thought I figured it out, there was a twist. Putting it down was torture. Very engaging, and engrossing.”
*** contains adult language ***
This book is meant to be a standalone because there is no sequel that tells of events after this story ends.
- GenresFantasy
633 pages, ebook
Published December 16, 2015
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January 2, 2016
This is Sonya Lano's best work yet.
Under a Caged Sky is a twisting, turning tale of hardcore dystopian government, underground mutants, and painfully beautiful love. I'm not big on romance, but it was done well in this book. There was no bullshit about it - it was very clear between the two lovers what was between them, and it blossomed in a wonderfully believeable way.
The book is told in Depositions - the main character is being held in prison, and as such we're treated to interesting viewpoints at the beginning of the book (the prison cameras, the readout from her wristband, the security drones etc). I'm a fan of different formats in books, and I loved reading those sections especially.
Nothing is straight forward about Under a Caged Sky. This book was so unpredictable I stopped even trying to guess where it was going in the end. The author is a MASSIVE troll at one point, which is good, because I was getting ready to cry, yell and generally be upset about a certain scene. I won't say anymore on this subject.
This book has been meticulously gone over. Every paragraph is polished and gorgeous, and some of the writing is so gosh-darn beautiful that I used the highlight function on my Kindle for the first time:
"It feels like I'm standing on the edge of an abyss, arms widespread, head up to the stormy sky, the wind whipping my back and egging me on. I'm about to jump, but nothing's below me. No safety net. No bottom. And there's no guarentee that I'll fly. I fling myself off, anyway, my words escaping on a breath. "I love you.""
"Like two young girls in a fairy tale left alone in a deep, dark forest, enemies all around in the shadowed corners, under the stones at our feet, in the bony branches over out heads. But strength resides in the slender arm around my waist, healing resides in the wings curled around my back, and fire flashes in the heat of hers, ready to lash out at any foe. But most of all, it's her love that bolsters my faith and upholds any real vision of a future. That she will let nothing break us."
"It may be that with each step, our burden grows, but so does our strength. Our strength, Anza. Inside, we are cores of steel over stupid mushy hearts, but those hearts are what make that steel so strong, because it's forged in the lava of the fiercest emotion of all, the only one that can never break down when it runs as pure as it does in our veins. We love, Anza. That makes us stronger than any disunited hatred that tries to divide us."
This book is so gorgeous and so epic. I think there's another one in the series (there had better be) and I'm eagerly awaiting it. I highly recommend this read.
Beware though - this book is a heartbreaker.
Under a Caged Sky is a twisting, turning tale of hardcore dystopian government, underground mutants, and painfully beautiful love. I'm not big on romance, but it was done well in this book. There was no bullshit about it - it was very clear between the two lovers what was between them, and it blossomed in a wonderfully believeable way.
The book is told in Depositions - the main character is being held in prison, and as such we're treated to interesting viewpoints at the beginning of the book (the prison cameras, the readout from her wristband, the security drones etc). I'm a fan of different formats in books, and I loved reading those sections especially.
Nothing is straight forward about Under a Caged Sky. This book was so unpredictable I stopped even trying to guess where it was going in the end. The author is a MASSIVE troll at one point, which is good, because I was getting ready to cry, yell and generally be upset about a certain scene. I won't say anymore on this subject.
This book has been meticulously gone over. Every paragraph is polished and gorgeous, and some of the writing is so gosh-darn beautiful that I used the highlight function on my Kindle for the first time:
"It feels like I'm standing on the edge of an abyss, arms widespread, head up to the stormy sky, the wind whipping my back and egging me on. I'm about to jump, but nothing's below me. No safety net. No bottom. And there's no guarentee that I'll fly. I fling myself off, anyway, my words escaping on a breath. "I love you.""
"Like two young girls in a fairy tale left alone in a deep, dark forest, enemies all around in the shadowed corners, under the stones at our feet, in the bony branches over out heads. But strength resides in the slender arm around my waist, healing resides in the wings curled around my back, and fire flashes in the heat of hers, ready to lash out at any foe. But most of all, it's her love that bolsters my faith and upholds any real vision of a future. That she will let nothing break us."
"It may be that with each step, our burden grows, but so does our strength. Our strength, Anza. Inside, we are cores of steel over stupid mushy hearts, but those hearts are what make that steel so strong, because it's forged in the lava of the fiercest emotion of all, the only one that can never break down when it runs as pure as it does in our veins. We love, Anza. That makes us stronger than any disunited hatred that tries to divide us."
This book is so gorgeous and so epic. I think there's another one in the series (there had better be) and I'm eagerly awaiting it. I highly recommend this read.
Beware though - this book is a heartbreaker.
April 16, 2016
Holy wow! I'm in love!
This book was... Wow! It blew my mind and it was so hard to take a break from! I love it and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys reading fantasy/sci-fi. It was so well written - so descriptive. The world, the setting, was wonderfully constructed. The different elements of it really captured and held my attention and interest. And the characters were fantastic! I fell in love with them. The entire book just pulled me in and held me happily captive with each word and page. I'll definitely be reading it again, and more than once!
This book was... Wow! It blew my mind and it was so hard to take a break from! I love it and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys reading fantasy/sci-fi. It was so well written - so descriptive. The world, the setting, was wonderfully constructed. The different elements of it really captured and held my attention and interest. And the characters were fantastic! I fell in love with them. The entire book just pulled me in and held me happily captive with each word and page. I'll definitely be reading it again, and more than once!
April 26, 2016
Absolutely Amazing
This story is unique compared to everything I have ever read. The storyline and characters pulled me in and had me living the drama of this changed earth. Sonya Lano has a way with descriptions that intrigues the mind. I will be reading this book again and reading more from Ms. Lano!
This story is unique compared to everything I have ever read. The storyline and characters pulled me in and had me living the drama of this changed earth. Sonya Lano has a way with descriptions that intrigues the mind. I will be reading this book again and reading more from Ms. Lano!
April 22, 2016
I love this book. Lots of twists and turns. I was able to guess a few of the twists but there was so much more that I didn't see coming. The concept was wonderful and different. I do wish Sonya wouldn't have used the f- bomb, there had to have been over a hundred times. I don't think it was necessary, it didn't add to the story at all. Having said that, I will read the next book about Cascade. Now I need to know what happens to her!
January 9, 2017
it is 3:30 am and i have been reading since 1pm the previous day... and holy. crap. this book sky rocketed to my #1 favorite book of all time. i already want to re read it because i read it SO FAST and my mind is mush.
Sonya, you are a genius and i am forever grateful for this story! ♡
Sonya, you are a genius and i am forever grateful for this story! ♡
May 11, 2019
What a big story! So many twists with the characters. These characters were so much fun. They were quirky and interesting. The story was unique and kept me reading. I hope there is another one to follow up the hang ons!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 20, 2019
Effervesce by Sonya Lano is a wonderful story that I have read and really enjoyed a lot. This is a wonderful story to read writen by a brand new author for me to read. I highly recommend this story to everyon who loves reading about fantasy, Sci-Fi and paranormal romances and their stories.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 21, 2017
It is a great book to read
January 23, 2017
A gritty touching science fiction
I had a hard time putting this book down because it really spoke to me. There is so much content here though that I eventually had to succumb to sleep. It's too long to stay up reading in just one night, but that's okay because there's more to enjoy the next day. I usually prefer fantasy as a first choice and a science fiction as second, but this science fiction book took an exception and made it into an all time favorite. This book is for the mature, having some swear words and sex scenes. Usually I don't like that kind of thing, but here I did. Instead of making the tale a bitter one, it just added to the reality of human nature. Plus there was enough more light hearted stuff to set it off. Such as Bright pink wings and "dorkdom". There were excellent insights to human nature and a romance to make it touching. I guess it's kind of sappy, but I like that sort of thing, just like the main character does though finds it hard to admit. Speaking of characters, they were great and relatable which is a sting indicative to any great writing. This book is an intense read with dirty language and light hearted movements. You have to follow closely for this tale to make sense, but that's part of the fun. If you like to read things that make you feel and think, read this.
I had a hard time putting this book down because it really spoke to me. There is so much content here though that I eventually had to succumb to sleep. It's too long to stay up reading in just one night, but that's okay because there's more to enjoy the next day. I usually prefer fantasy as a first choice and a science fiction as second, but this science fiction book took an exception and made it into an all time favorite. This book is for the mature, having some swear words and sex scenes. Usually I don't like that kind of thing, but here I did. Instead of making the tale a bitter one, it just added to the reality of human nature. Plus there was enough more light hearted stuff to set it off. Such as Bright pink wings and "dorkdom". There were excellent insights to human nature and a romance to make it touching. I guess it's kind of sappy, but I like that sort of thing, just like the main character does though finds it hard to admit. Speaking of characters, they were great and relatable which is a sting indicative to any great writing. This book is an intense read with dirty language and light hearted movements. You have to follow closely for this tale to make sense, but that's part of the fun. If you like to read things that make you feel and think, read this.
September 8, 2021
It's been a while since the last time I've read a new story, that captivates me as much as this one did. Just when you think, you have figured out what's happening, along comes a new twist and you realize that you don't know anything. And to find out what's REALLY happening, you just have to continue reading.
But about Estreia and Anil's story... I must admit that I only skimmed across it. Maybe next time I read this book (because I definitely will) I will pay more attention to it. I think that having a side story, along with so twisted main one, was an overkill. I'm not saying that their story isn't worth telling, but maybe it deserves it's own book?
Overall this book was a mix of all the other books I've previously read and loved with something special that makes it unique.
But about Estreia and Anil's story... I must admit that I only skimmed across it. Maybe next time I read this book (because I definitely will) I will pay more attention to it. I think that having a side story, along with so twisted main one, was an overkill. I'm not saying that their story isn't worth telling, but maybe it deserves it's own book?
Overall this book was a mix of all the other books I've previously read and loved with something special that makes it unique.
December 29, 2016
I received a copy of this for free through Goodreads First Reads
This was such an original story, and it was very hard not to love the characters even when the story tried to make you hate them. The only reason I gave this book 4 stars instead of 5 is, is that the book was so long, I had a hard time staying invested. I realize that it needed to be that long though, nothing in the book could have been left out. Overall I greatly enjoyed this book and would really like to read Cascades story.
This was such an original story, and it was very hard not to love the characters even when the story tried to make you hate them. The only reason I gave this book 4 stars instead of 5 is, is that the book was so long, I had a hard time staying invested. I realize that it needed to be that long though, nothing in the book could have been left out. Overall I greatly enjoyed this book and would really like to read Cascades story.
January 14, 2017
Utterly enjoyed this read. Seeing growth, change and depth in characters that could become annoying is always a win.
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