Maanuv Thiara

A shared tragedy in the sky bonds two families forever, leading a mother to make a radical choice for her children. Emilia and her Black adoptive brother, Teo, are raised as equals in an era when America is torn apart by racial prejudice. Their mothers were stunt pilots, but after a deadly crash claims Teo's mother, Emilia's mother fulfills a promise to raise the boy free from discrimination. Seeking a sanctuary, they leave everything behind and move to Ethiopia in the 1930s. You will join Em and Teo as they fall in love with the vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes of their new home. But their peaceful existence is shattered when the threat of war with Italy looms on the horizon. Caught in a conflict that is not their own, the teenagers must decide where their true loyalties lie. This sweeping historical novel explores the profound impact of racism, the fierce bonds of chosen family, and the heavy price of defending the place you call home.