An Unbreakable World - by Ren Hutchings (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

A petty thief is kidnapped to take part in the heist of a lifetime in this space opera from the author of Under Fortunate Stars.

If something seems too good to be real, you've got to get out of there.

That's the rule that Page Found has always followed. She's a petty thief with no memory of her past, scrounging to survive on a backwater outpost - until she's kidnapped by one of her marks.

Her kidnappers - the cruel, self-serving Zhak and the tough maverick Maelle - plan to pass Page off as a monk from an ancient, isolated planet to help them capture a treasure-filled ship. If Page is willing to play along, they all stand to become richer than they can imagine.

Everyone is keeping secrets, and Maelle finds her loyalties conflicted as she gets closer to their captive. Page can't remember the last time she counted on anyone. But to navigate this deception, she and Maelle will have to trust each other to survive.

Review Quotes

"A fantastic and far-reaching tale about friendship and fate, this book is a must-read for all fans of clever sci-fi with heart and soul." --Kate Murray, author of We Who Hunt the Hollow

"Against a classic backdrop of sociopolitical standoffs and alien threat, An Unbreakable World brings us to intimate human moments of meaning, identity, and trust, told with Hutchings' signature wit and warmth." --Essa Hansen, author of Nophek Gloss

"In An Unbreakable World, the complex, engrossing universe we first encountered in Under Fortunate Stars is somehow deeper, darker, and more immense, full of fresh mysteries and glimpses of the familiar. Hutchings is a bright light in space opera, and her sophomore novel shouldn't be missed." --Bethany Jacobs, author of These Burning Stars

"With an instantly engaging premise and unforgettable characters, An Unbreakable World showcases the range of Ren Hutchings' skill as a writer as well as the scope and imaginative possibility of the universe that Hutchings introduced in Under Fortunate Stars. While it's a delight to discover wildly different worlds and points of view across the vast galaxy, one thing remains constant: in Hutchings' writing, there's no such thing as a person that doesn't matter or a story that can't be changed." --Rebecca Fraimow, author of Lady Eve's Last Con

"A richly imagined science-fictional world forms the backdrop for a compelling story of politics, religion - and longing for family, identity, and connection. Ren Hutchings' second novel exceeds expectations." --Una McCormack

"Unmissable. Ren Hutchings is on my must-read list." --Gareth L. Powell, award-winning author of the Embers of War series

"Beautiful hopepunk at its best. Ren Hutchings's An Unbreakable World is an amazing story about finding yourself, and about how the smallest things are the most important. A much needed space opera for our time." --K. B. Wagers, author of A Pale Light in the Black

"An Unbreakable World interweaves the past and present in an exciting story about faith, revenge, and the redemptive nature of curiosity. Hutchings has written a rich, textured universe full of secrets - and the unraveling of those secrets keeps the suspense going until the very last word!" --Taran Hunt, author of The Immortality Thief and The Unkillable Princess

"This tale of memory, identity, and vengeance is rich with lore, deep worldbuilding, and deft character work, a Hutchings hallmark. Political intrigue, shady smugglers, and friendships lost and found add up to a compelling read." --Khan Wong, author of The Circus Infinite and Down in the Sea of Angels

About the Author

Ren Hutchings is a speculative fiction writer, writing mentor, editor, and lifelong SFF fan. She loves pop science, unexplained mysteries, 90s music, collecting outdated electronics, and pondering about alternate universes. Ren is the author of twisty sci-fi books including Under Fortunate Stars and An Unbreakable World (Solaris Books) and The Legend Liminal (Stars and Sabers), as well as short fiction. You can find Ren online at renhutchings.com, and on social media as @voidcricket.