Book details
The Prism Effect: Book One of The Skylight Series
Description
Orbiting beyond Earth's atmosphere, Skylight University accepts only the brightest students. Jet Stroud is shocked by his acceptance letter. Who would want a kid with glowing eyes and a deadly disease called 'The Youthful Death'? With his condition, ephebus mortem, Jet is avoided. Learning he might die before twenty-four, Jet's excitement is crushed. Determined to find answers, he teams up with Cutter Jade and three others with the same disease. Despite their differences, they form a shaky friendship and seek a cure. Skylight University hides secrets; shadows lurk in hallways, and Jet's dreams are haunted by serpents and prisms. Reading an obituary of a former student with ephebus mortem, Jet finds clues in old paintings. Their quest turns dangerous with strange voices, ghostly apparitions, and bizarre events. As the semester ends and tensions rise, Jet fears they may not survive to crack the code. Will they find the cure in time? In the end, Jet discovers something life-changing
Age
13-18
Text complexity
proficient
Length
368 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Reason 1: Engaging Storyline - The book offers an intriguing plot that keeps readers hooked from the first page to the last.
- Reason 2: Unique World-Building - The author creates a vivid and original universe that readers can immerse themselves in.
- Reason 3: Complex Characters - The characters in the book are well-developed, with relatable strengths and flaws that make them memorable.
- Reason 4: Themes and Messages - The book explores thought-provoking themes that resonate with readers and provide valuable insights.