Publisher's Synopsis
The debut novel of the Chrysalis Kaleidoscope universe, "Between Sky and Surface," explores the lives of two individuals bound by destiny yet separated by worlds. Tiriaq, a transfer to the serene Sky Island, has lived among the clouds all his life, basking in the peace that fills the skies. But his world is turned upside down during the Bonding Ceremony, an event meant to solidify his place among his people when he unexpectedly bonds with the Shadow Lion, a creature of myth and an omen of dark times ahead. Deemed a harbinger of an ancient prophecy predicting the end of the island's tranquility, Tiriaq is exiled to the surface-a world he knows only through tales of peril and hardship.
Guided by mere whispers of family friends who dwell on the ground below, Tiriaq's exile marks the beginning of a journey of survival, self-discovery, and the unraveling of mysteries that bind the sky to the surface. Meanwhile, Ayuka, the daughter of Sky Island's leader, bonded with the Golden Lion and embodied the future of their people. Her path seems clear, and she is tasked with upholding her responsibilities and leading her people into tomorrow. Yet, the exile of Tiriaq, a decision shrouded in secrecy and unanswered questions, haunts her. The absence of justification for Tiriaq's banishment compels Ayuka to question the foundations of her society and her role within it. Driven by a need for answers and a heart yearning for truth, she follows Tiriaq into exile, venturing to the unknown lands below. As Tiriaq and Ayuka navigate their paths on the surface, they uncover truths that challenge their perceptions of their world and themselves. The prophecy that once seemed to foretell doom reveals layers of meaning that neither the Sky Islanders nor the surface dwellers could have anticipated. Supernatural forces, long dormant, begin to stir, signaling the convergence of destinies that could either bridge the gap between sky and surface or lead to their mutual destruction. "Between Sky and Surface" weaves a tale of adventure, prophecy, and the quest for understanding. It's a story about breaking the bonds of fate, the power of friendship, the search for identity, and the courage to seek a more profound truth. Join Tiriaq and Ayuka as they embark on a journey that will not only redefine their futures but could also alter the fate of their worlds forever.
