Wraith and the Revolution
2026 Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Awards (BBNYA) Semi-Finalist
Synopsis:
Kye Verex is trapped.
Due to a fluke of genetics, the decisions of the galaxy’s elite, and a lack of finances, he’s stuck on his polluted and noxious home world indefinitely. And it’s slowly killing him.
Then his more fortunate sister returns one day, bringing the promise of salvation. Kelsey has always hoped to find the means to pull him out of his desperate cycle of survival, but it has taken years. Now, she has a plan, one that will cure his genetic condition and clear him for interstellar travel.
The catch?
He has to sign over his very existence – and a portion of his humanity – to Zylar Inc., the galaxy’s most prominent and notorious corporation, in exchange for the necessary treatment. Is his cure worth the cost?
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Editorial Reviews:
“[R]eal characters with depth who are then thrown in at the deep end into, well it says it in the title, into a revolution. But one at which they are at the crux and the action, intrigue and energy, take you on a roller-coaster ride of sci-fi promised by the title and that stunning cover.” — Nick Snape, author of Weapons of Choice and The Wrecking Squad
“Wraith and the Revolution has an electric energy, surrounding its unassuming protagonist with a charismatic, colourful cast. It’s a rollicking adventure with great humour, some sobering moments and a steady stream of action.” — C.B. Lansdell, author of Far Removed
“The book asks huge questions while also providing lots of action and deep worldbuilding…and tells a thrilling story along the way.” — Darby Harn, author of Ever the Hero
“[The] worldbuilding is on point… But as good as the worldbuilding is, the character work far exceeds it. Calvin is a master craftsman of the character.” — Cat Bowser, author of Mirrors & Ashes
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