* I got this book for review from the publisher*
I thought this was soild comanion book set in the same world dragon peral. i really loved the ease of the Lbgq was a delight it was a super fun space adventure. I also really liked how this book did dive more into tiget spirts and still connected back to fox spirts. I also thought it was fun read, I want to read more set in this world in the future. ( )

* I got this book for review from the publisher*
I thought this was soild comanion book set in the same world dragon peral. i really loved the ease of the Lbgq was a delight it was a super fun space adventure. I also really liked how this book did dive more into tiget spirts and still connected back to fox spirts. I also thought it was fun read, I want to read more set in this world in the future. ( )

From the book jacket: Sebin is a young tiger spirit from the Juhwang Clan who wants nothing more than to join the Thousand Worlds Space Forces and, like their uncle Hwan, captain a battle cruiser someday. But when Sebin’s acceptance letter finally arrives, it’s accompanied by the shocking news that Hwan has been declared a traitor. Apparently, the captain abandoned his duty, and his whereabouts are still unknown. Sebin hopes to help clear their hero’s name and restore honor to the clan. Nothing goes according to plan, however.

My Reactions
This is a fast-paced space opera adventure tale. It’s the kind of book my nephew would have loved when he was about 10-12 years old.

Lee has built a fantasy world that includes various shape-shifters, interplanetary travel, military jargon, and various magical elements. Not all the “good guys” are good; not all the “bad guys” are bad. Sebin struggles with conflicting loyalties as he tries to outwit far more experienced adults. He may be a new cadet (and not even sworn in when the battle begins), but he has trained at home for a long time to take his place in the Space Forces. He is a keen observer and frequently thinks several steps ahead. Though relatively inexperienced, he manages to gather a small group of loyal friends to help him. He’s a born leader, and not afraid to bow to another team member’s particular expertise

I haven’t read the first book in the series, so was a little lost in terms of the world-building. I felt I didn’t fully understand the Thousand Worlds setting. Still, it held my attention and I was intrigued enough that I’ll probably read more from this author. ( )

I really like this author and I think these are cute middle grade books. Nephew approved. ( )

A Thousand Worlds Novel.

Takes place in the same universe as Dragon Pearl. Very close to being a direct sequel.