Shattered Gravity
Poisoned Stars #1
by Jina S. Bazzar
Published: August 30, 2026
Publisher: Jina S. Bazzar
Genre: Aliens, Fiction, Science Fiction, Space, Space Opera, Teen, Young Adult
Blurb:
A
captain in the Vald Military Space Force, Dara has never disobeyed an
order. Until now.
Convinced
the peace talks are a trap disguised as diplomacy, she risks
everything to expose the betrayal. But when her mission backfires,
she’s forced into an uneasy alliance with Tarin—a Dratos soldier
she was raised to hate.
Now,
Dara and Tarin are running out of time. Stranded on a hostile planet,
they’re hunted by something far deadlier than anything in the war,
and it belongs to neither side.
As
enemy lines begin to blur, Dara must decide what matters more:
loyalty to her people… or trusting the one man she was trained to
destroy.
My Review:
Shattered Gravity establishes a spectacular foundation for Jina S. Bazzar’s Poisoned Stars universe. The narrative is an incredibly engaging, action-packed thrill ride from start to finish
Dara, a captain in the Vald military space force known for her strict discipline, has devoted her life to following orders. However, everything shifts when she discovers evidence that challenges her beliefs, leading her to go rogue in pursuit of the truth.
With no other options, she reluctantly teams up with Tarin—a Dratos soldier she was raised to loathe—to fight against a lethal, mysterious force. Stranded on a harsh and unforgiving planet, Dara and Tarin must collaborate to face the challenges that lie ahead.
The entity is completely unconnected to the Vald military or the opposing Dratos forces. Its total detachment from the central galactic conflict highlights that the universe harbors far more perilous and ancient threats than mere human political disputes. It maneuvers through a planet that is already hostile, transforming their mission into a frantic race against time.
Shattered Gravity is an excellent choice for those who appreciate thrilling military sci-fi intertwined with deep character development and a strong survival horror aspect.
Readers will be captivated by the stark contrast between polished, bureaucratic military powers and the unpredictable cosmic frontier, laying an exciting groundwork for the sequel.
Ideal for fans of monumental space battles, rich world-building, and stories of adversaries turning into allies. If you enjoy character-focused tales set in vast, complex worlds where past foes unite to face daunting challenges, then Shattered Gravity is just right for you.
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