Skyward - Brandon Sanderson

On a planet where humanity struggles to survive relentless alien attacks, teenage Spensa dreams of becoming a pilot like her fallen father. When she discovers a wrecked starship with an unusual, almost living intelligence, she seizes the chance to chase her dream. To succeed, she must repair the ship, endure the trials of flight school, and prove herself against the odds—while uncovering truths that could change humanity’s fate.