Maya Sloan's writing delves into themes of faith and young adulthood through the lens of unconventional characters and settings. Her style is precise and incisive, often plunging into the psychological depths of individuals striving to find their place in the world. Sloan explores the boundaries between devotion and obsession, with her stories marked by a strong sense of detail and authenticity. Her work offers readers a fresh perspective on the search for identity and meaning in contemporary life.
The narrative explores the poignant and often humorous experiences of high school life, focusing on the challenges of growing up and the struggles of lovable outcasts. Through its engaging storytelling, the debut novel resonates with readers of all ages, highlighting the complexities of adolescence and the emotional journey of self-discovery.
Lex grew up in the orphanage, alone, and now is training to be a Special Op so she can finally destroy the rebels with her own hands. She needs no one. Livia lives miles above everything on a floating island in the city of Indra. She is training too, but for a life that she doesn't want. She wants to be free, to finally leave her floating island, and to run with her beloved horse until she can't run any longer. And then there's Kane--Lex's only friend. When she finds that Kane is in danger, she doesn't hesitate to leave her post and blast her way to the top of Indra to save him. She just needs to get one stubborn, unexpectedly clever airgirl to tell her where he is first.
Based on the blog 'Rich Kids of Instagram' this is a hilarious novel about the intersecting lives of the world's most extravagant teenagers