The Flight of the Arconaut by Sophia Khan - Paperback

Short Description 
Dystopian adventure in post-apocalyptic Atlantis empire.
Steampunk heroine battles intrigue, class divides, war.

Product Description 
The Flight of the Arconaut transports readers 3,300 years post-comet impact to Atlantis, where elite Bulls and Brides rule over nomadic Barbarics. Nyx Cormorant, a brilliant aeronaut, navigates underground labs by day and races arcboards by night. As global war looms, she uncovers secrets threatening her stratified world, blending high-stakes adventure with sociopolitical depth.

Sophia Khan, shortlisted for Shakti Bhatt and Karachi Literature prizes, crafts a non-Western post-apocalyptic vision rich in diverse mythologies. This steampunk saga explores class, identity, gender, and fertility decline through Nyx's rebellious journey against a mysterious brigadier. Perfect for mature teens aged 13+ seeking thoughtful speculative fiction.

Immersive gaslit avenues and futuristic tech create a vividly original setting. Ideal for school discussions on dystopian themes and social structures, offering premium world-building that challenges conventions while delivering pulse-racing narrative.

Key Features 

• Steampunk dystopia 3300 years after comet apocalypse

• Strong heroine Nyx in Atlantis vs Barbarics conflict

• Explores class, gender, identity in intricate world

• Acclaimed author shortlisted for major literary prizes

• Fast-paced intrigue with political counter-plots

Ideal For 

• Teens 13+ loving dystopian sci-fi adventures

• Readers of steampunk and social commentary fiction

• Book clubs discussing futuristic societal issues

• Fans of strong female leads in speculative worlds

Specifications 

• Format: Paperback

• Pages: 440

• Weight: 464g

• Dimensions: 15.2 x 23.4 cm

• Language: English

• Genre: Romance (Dystopian Sci-Fi)

• Publisher: Red Panda

• Reading Level: 13 years and up

• Published: January 13, 2020