Description

Welcome to 2048. Every graduate of the B.E.S.T. Program can receive a bionic enhancement as a rite of passage in this inclusive tween series. For Ace Wells, it is just the beginning of his epic augmentation journey in book one of this near-future sci-fi trilogy.

Eleven-year-old Ace Wells’s dream has finally come true: he is a new cadet in the B.E.S.T. (Biological Enhancement Systems Technology) Program. Until now, he’s been living in the shadow of his superstar brother, Finn—but not for long.

This is new Ace! He knows he can make his mark on the world with SuperSoar wings, but on day one, nothing goes as planned. The antagonistic elevator AI Otis wants to eat his belongings, the physical feats set by his tough-nut coach are impossible, and his celebrity roommates are far from welcoming.

It becomes crystal clear that Ace is not prepared to fly—in any sense of the word.

As tensions build, Ace has a sinking suspicion that there's something more going on at B.E.S.T. than meets the eye. Will he ever make it to graduation and get the aug of his dreams? Join Ace and find out as he tests his strength and grit in this page-turning middle grade adventure!

A Found Family Adventure: Ace is stuck with celebrity roommates who want nothing to do with him, but uncovering B.E.S.T.’s secrets might be the one thing that turns these rivals into allies. High-Tech Bionic Enhancements: From SuperSoar wings to TurboLegs, every cadet at the Tower of Power is fighting for the perfect "aug" in a high-stakes, futuristic world. Dealing with Bullies: Between his superstar older brother Finn and a mysterious new rival, Ace has to learn that standing up for yourself is the first step to becoming a hero. Positive Disability Representation: Featuring a diverse cast of characters, including Leo, a star athlete who uses a wheelchair and proves that strength comes in many forms.