Mikuta, Zoe Hana - Gearbreakers

In a dystopian future where a tyrannical regime known as Godolia rules with an iron fist, Eris Shindanai, a young Gearbreaker, fights for freedom against oppressive Windups, giant mechanized weapons controlled by Godolia's soldiers. When Eris's mission goes awry, she finds herself imprisoned by Godolia, where she encounters Sona Steelcrest, a cybernetically enhanced Windup pilot. Despite their opposing roles in the war, Eris and Sona form an unlikely alliance, united by their desire to overthrow Godolia's oppressive rule. As they work together to expose the regime's dark secrets and ignite a revolution, Eris and Sona must confront their own inner demons and discover the true meaning of freedom.

Blurb:

In a world teetering on the brink of destruction, a rebellion is brewing. Eris Shindanai, a fierce and defiant Gearbreaker, has spent her life fighting against the oppressive Godolia regime, determined to dismantle the Windups, the towering mechanized weapons that enforce Godolia's ruthless control. When Eris's daring heist goes awry, she finds herself captured and imprisoned, facing a grim future until a chance encounter with Sona Steelcrest, a cybernetically enhanced Windup pilot, changes the course of her destiny.

Eris and Sona, two individuals from opposing sides of the conflict, must forge an alliance to escape their captors and uncover the secrets that could bring down Godolia. Their journey will take them across the ravaged landscape, from the bustling rebellion headquarters to the heart of Godolia's stronghold, where they will face formidable foes and confront the depths of their own convictions. Along the way, they will discover an undeniable connection that transcends their differences, a bond that could reshape the future of their world.

LGBT Themes:

• Same-sex relationship
• Coming-of-age
• Self-acceptance
• Rebellion
• Oppression

Relevant Tags:

• Science fiction, Young adult, Action, Adventure, Gearbreakers, Eris Shindanai, Sona Steelcrest, Godolia, Windups

Awards & Recognition:

• Kirkus Reviews Starred Review
• School Library Journal Starred Review
• Booklist Editor's Choice

Gearbreakers, Zoe Hana Mikuta, St. Martin's Press, Science Fiction, Young Adult, Action, Adventure, Gearbreakers, Eris Shindanai, Sona Steelcrest, Godolia, Windups

Additional Notes:

• Gearbreakers has been praised for its diverse cast of characters, its fast-paced action, and its exploration of complex themes.
• The book has been optioned for a film adaptation by Amblin Partners and Universal Pictures.

Title: Gearbreakers

Author: Zoe Hana Mikuta 

Genre: Science fiction, Young adult, Action, Adventure

Pages: 432 pages

Publisher: St. Martin's Press

Release Date: June 2022

Dimensions: 5.9 inches x 1.4 inches x 8.3 inches

Weight: 620 grams

Size: 152 x 36 x 211 mm