She clawed her way out of a soul-crushing depression, stepped fully into her role as captain, and beheaded the man who killed her husband, only to get captured by alien crocodiles.
Trapped on an enemy ship with Pia, they’re in a race against the clock to get back to The Reveler before it sails on to brighter stars — but escaping is easier said than done. Their teamwork is tested when her late husband’s biggest secret comes to light, and Kyra must reconcile his past with her future.
Assuming she'll live long enough to have one.
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Cowboy Bebop meets Frieren and Star Trek: Discovery in this Black space opera about a grieving widow who becomes the captain of her late husband’s spaceship in order to avenge his murder.
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Please note:
1. All sales are final.
2. This is the SECOND book in a linear series. It is recommended to read DEATH AMONG THE STARS first.
3. This is a signed hardback book that comes with a sticker (while supplies last).
4. This book will be shipped to the address you provide upon checkout after the release date. International shipping is available. If you have any issues, please feel free to contact Written in Melanin.
5. This is a novella and the first book in an adult space opera series. Everyone is Black unless otherwise stated. There are content warnings for grief, death, and violence.
Release Date: May 26, 2026
She clawed her way out of a soul-crushing depression, stepped fully into her role as captain, and beheaded the man who killed her husband, only to get captured by alien crocodiles.
Trapped on an enemy ship with Pia, they’re in a race against the clock to get back to The Reveler before it sails on to brighter stars — but escaping is easier said than done. Their teamwork is tested when her late husband’s biggest secret comes to light, and Kyra must reconcile his past with her future.
Assuming she'll live long enough to have one.
-
Cowboy Bebop meets Frieren and Star Trek: Discovery in this Black space opera about a grieving widow who becomes the captain of her late husband’s spaceship in order to avenge his murder.
-
Please note:
1. All sales are final.
2. This is the SECOND book in a linear series. It is recommended to read DEATH AMONG THE STARS first.
3. This is a signed hardback book that comes with a sticker (while supplies last).
4. This book will be shipped to the address you provide upon checkout after the release date. International shipping is available. If you have any issues, please feel free to contact Written in Melanin.
5. This is a novella and the first book in an adult space opera series. Everyone is Black unless otherwise stated. There are content warnings for grief, death, and violence.
Release Date: May 26, 2026
