I hadn't read the earlier book in this series but I felt there was enough context given that I could easily follow the plot and understand the setting. It feels like a YA book but was pretty well done, also there's discussion of a genetic cure for sickle cell disease and one of those is just now being tested in real life human subjects. It did take me several chapters to get interested in the book and I put it down and picked it up a few times (that may have been due to me not reading the previous one though.)

S.B. Divya does it again in the Alloy Era series, it had everything that I was looking for and enjoyed about the first book. The characters were wonderfully done and enjoyed the way they worked in this universe. It was written perfectly and left me wanting to read more from S.B. Divya.

I grabbed a copy at NetGalley at random and I was not disappointed! Very distant future wholesome solarpunk young adult adventure vibes.

After starting to read, I learned that this book is second one in series, but let me assure you this is quite nice stand alone work. Even though there are mentions of first books events it does not impact reading experience. Loved the world building. Some characters seemed a bit flat, but it's always nice to see a book where romantic aspects even though present are not most important. The journey is the important part. Coming in terms with yourself, the world and your place in it (versus what parents want) is the main theme. Very young adult (but in a good way).

Akshaya and Somya go on an adventure to travel around parts of Earth know as Loka and along the way witness the majesties of the planet. They meet friend and foe along the way which comes as no surprise. I think this book is good for readers who are looking for an adventure type book with self-discovery but in a space like environment.

This book is entertaining to read, but did feel a bit YA to me. For me it was an ok read but unfortunately was a bit forgettable in my opinion.

Thank you to NetGalley, 47North and SB Divya for access to the ARC in exchange for an honest review.