Empaths

In "Empaths," Captain Jessie Cinders grapples with a perilous dilemma when he encounters Aurelia Garmenti, a teenager accused of murdering the governor’s nephew. Despite lacking the traits of a hardened criminal, Aurelia possesses mysterious empathic powers that could threaten the century-old agreement between topsiders and downsiders. As Jessie contemplates protecting her to uncover the truth, he faces the wrath of the commandant and political turmoil, with powerful factions vying for control over Aurelia and her potential secrets. This gripping sci-fi debut from S. H. Jucha sets the stage for an epic struggle on the orbital station of Pyre.