Ascension: Blood of my Blood: 2

The Ascension Series is a captivating science fiction saga centered around the Stedham family. Follow their journey through space, uncovering secrets that threaten the galaxy and their own destiny. Each book explores themes of family, resilience, and exploration.After Earth's sudden rise into a vast galactic empire, Duke Chase Stedham must learn what it truly means to rule-and who he must become to keep his world alive.Surrounded by loyal Outriders, political vipers, and mysteries older than the stars, Chase must balance the burden of leadership with the ache of personal loss. When corruption festers at home, enemies gather in the shadows of the Empire, and an ancient, secretive species reveals intentions that could reshape the galaxy, Chase's choices ignite consequences far beyond Earth.With Earth on the brink of war, unlikely alliances must be forged-including a secret partnership with the enigmatic and terrifyingly advanced Xinyi.The battlefield is no longer just planetary.