Ava Jae is a Latinx tomboy who writes YA speculative fiction featuring marginalized characters grappling with identity. When they aren’t working on their next book, completing freelance editorial work, or buried under their TBR pile, you’ll likely find them on Twitter at @Ava_Jae, where they talk about the importance of representation and throw book recommendations at anyone who will listen. They are also the author of the upcoming Into the Black, the second book in the Beyond the Red trilogy. They reside in Boston, MA.
"Kora is the first female ruler of the Sepharon in generations, but
her ambitious twin brother, Dima, wants to rule in her stead. To
that end, he is willing to do anything, including framing Kora for
an assassination attempt on her fiancé, Serek. Meanwhile, Kora has
taken as bodyguard and confidant the half blood Eros, whose mixed
race makes him a pariah among both the nomadic human rebels of the
planet and the citydwelling alien Sepharon, a tall, strong humanoid
race with patterned skin, notched ears, and purple blood. In
alternating chapters narrated by Eros and Kora, Jae spins a
cinematic tale of forbidden love and Machiavellian politics. With
detailed history, architecture, customs, inventions, and landscape,
Jae creates a fascinating new world to explore. The breathless pace
of the plot, smoldering romance between Kora and Eros, and
inventive yet comfortably familiar world will engage science
fiction and romance readers alike. A true cliff-hanger ending
guarantees a sequel. Blogger and college student Jae has laid the
groundwork for an entertaining series." —Booklist
"Jae's debut novel introduces a unique alien world with a thrilling
plot full of twists that are bound to appeal to sci-fi fans,
particularly admirers of Avatar and Star Wars. The fast-paced and
intense plotlines introduce deep concepts including segregation,
homosexuality, and racism; however, the concepts and characters are
not fully developed. The author builds a beautifully conceived
world with unique details, such as language quirks, an alien
monarch ruling system, and special meaning for phrases such as
"golden eyes." The fun and engaging plot is predictable but
enjoyable. VERDICT: An engaging and amusing read for fans of sci-fi
romance." — School Library Journal
"Jae's smooth worldbuilding and solid pacing make this a highly
readable SF romance. Jae engages with the brutality of her setting
and doesn't spare the central characters, who suffer terrible
losses." —Publishers Weekly
"Ava Jae’s Beyond the Red is a sand-swept fantasy of court
politics, rebel attacks, and forbidden romance. While reading, I
had flashes of Star Wars—a new planet, a fascinating culture, a
fresh look on a ruler struggling to keep her power—and I had to
know what happened next. Dangerous, exciting, and fast-paced,
Beyond the Red is a story not to be missed.” —Francesca Zappia,
author of Made You Up
“Packed with political intrigue and smoldering romance, Beyond the
Red left me craving more of Kora’s and Eros’s story and the unique,
fascinating universe that Ava Jae has created.” —Sarah Harian,
author of The Wicked We Have Done
“Beyond the Red is a sweeping, compelling romance in a complicated
and gritty world. Intrigue and heart on every page—I couldn’t put
it down. I’ll be following Ava Jae to see what comes next!” —Kate
Brauning, author of How We Fall
“I loved this book! I couldn’t put it down! What a fantastic debut,
perfect for fans of Firefly and Star Wars. Ava Jae’s Beyond the Red
packs a punch, a total thrill ride that will keep readers turning
the pages. I stayed up all night reading it. From page one, I was
sucked in. Jae’s writing style is a perfect mix of stop and go, and
her world comes to life within the first few pages. The action was
power-packed, and the star-crossed romance had me begging for more
by the end.” —Lindsay Cummings, #1 New York Times bestselling
author of Zenith
“Ava Jae has built such an interesting world in Beyond the Red.
With forbidden romance, gritty action, and thrilling danger, this
debut is one to watch. And here’s hoping for a sequel!” —S. E.
Green, award-winning author of the Killer Instinct series
“I loved Beyond the Red! Ava Jae’s science fiction world-building
is a perfect blend of a fantastic, foreign alien civilization and
achingly human desires all packed into an explosive mix. I couldn’t
help but root for crafty Kora as she navigated court politics,
revolutions, and dangerous secrets. And Eros! His determination
balanced with a sense of humor about his fate made him such a
swoon-worthy love interest. The action started swiftly and didn’t
let up. I can’t wait to read more from Jae!” —Lindsay Smith, author
of Sekret and Dreamstrider
"A thrilling blend of science fiction and fantasy, Beyond the Red
sketches out an exciting new world full of romance and intrigue. I
can't wait for future installments!" —Kat Zhang, author of the
Hybrid Chronicles series
"Kora is the first female ruler of the Sepharon in generations, but
her ambitious twin brother, Dima, wants to rule in her stead. To
that end, he is willing to do anything, including framing Kora for
an assassination attempt on her fiancé, Serek. Meanwhile, Kora has
taken as bodyguard and confidant the half blood Eros, whose mixed
race makes him a pariah among both the nomadic human rebels of the
planet and the citydwelling alien Sepharon, a tall, strong humanoid
race with patterned skin, notched ears, and purple blood. In
alternating chapters narrated by Eros and Kora, Jae spins a
cinematic tale of forbidden love and Machiavellian politics. With
detailed history, architecture, customs, inventions, and landscape,
Jae creates a fascinating new world to explore. The breathless pace
of the plot, smoldering romance between Kora and Eros, and
inventive yet comfortably familiar world will engage science
fiction and romance readers alike. A true cliff-hanger ending
guarantees a sequel. Blogger and college student Jae has laid the
groundwork for an entertaining series." —Booklist
"Jae's debut novel introduces a unique alien world with a thrilling
plot full of twists that are bound to appeal to sci-fi fans,
particularly admirers of Avatar and Star Wars. The fast-paced and
intense plotlines introduce deep concepts including segregation,
homosexuality, and racism; however, the concepts and characters are
not fully developed. The author builds a beautifully conceived
world with unique details, such as language quirks, an alien
monarch ruling system, and special meaning for phrases such as
"golden eyes." The fun and engaging plot is predictable but
enjoyable. VERDICT: An engaging and amusing read for fans of sci-fi
romance." — School Library Journal
"Jae's smooth worldbuilding and solid pacing make this a highly
readable SF romance. Jae engages with the brutality of her setting
and doesn't spare the central characters, who suffer terrible
losses." —Publishers Weekly
"Ava Jae’s Beyond the Red is a sand-swept fantasy of court
politics, rebel attacks, and forbidden romance. While reading, I
had flashes of Star Wars—a new planet, a fascinating culture, a
fresh look on a ruler struggling to keep her power—and I had to
know what happened next. Dangerous, exciting, and fast-paced,
Beyond the Red is a story not to be missed.” —Francesca Zappia,
author of Made You Up
“Packed with political intrigue and smoldering romance, Beyond the
Red left me craving more of Kora’s and Eros’s story and the unique,
fascinating universe that Ava Jae has created.” —Sarah Harian,
author of The Wicked We Have Done
“Beyond the Red is a sweeping, compelling romance in a complicated
and gritty world. Intrigue and heart on every page—I couldn’t put
it down. I’ll be following Ava Jae to see what comes next!” —Kate
Brauning, author of How We Fall
“I loved this book! I couldn’t put it down! What a fantastic debut,
perfect for fans of Firefly and Star Wars. Ava Jae’s Beyond the Red
packs a punch, a total thrill ride that will keep readers turning
the pages. I stayed up all night reading it. From page one, I was
sucked in. Jae’s writing style is a perfect mix of stop and go, and
her world comes to life within the first few pages. The action was
power-packed, and the star-crossed romance had me begging for more
by the end.” —Lindsay Cummings, #1 New York Times bestselling
author of Zenith
“Ava Jae has built such an interesting world in Beyond the Red.
With forbidden romance, gritty action, and thrilling danger, this
debut is one to watch. And here’s hoping for a sequel!” —S. E.
Green, award-winning author of the Killer Instinct series
“I loved Beyond the Red! Ava Jae’s science fiction world-building
is a perfect blend of a fantastic, foreign alien civilization and
achingly human desires all packed into an explosive mix. I couldn’t
help but root for crafty Kora as she navigated court politics,
revolutions, and dangerous secrets. And Eros! His determination
balanced with a sense of humor about his fate made him such a
swoon-worthy love interest. The action started swiftly and didn’t
let up. I can’t wait to read more from Jae!” —Lindsay Smith, author
of Sekret and Dreamstrider
"A thrilling blend of science fiction and fantasy, Beyond the Red
sketches out an exciting new world full of romance and intrigue. I
can't wait for future installments!" —Kat Zhang, author of the
Hybrid Chronicles series
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