The Resisters #2: Sterling Squadron

The Resisters #2: Sterling Squadron by Eric Nylund is published by Random House Children’s Books and was released on April 10, 2012. This edition features 320 pages and is presented in English. The story continues the action-packed journey of twelve-year-old Ethan Blackwood, who is training to be a pilot for the Resisters while grappling with the reality of a world overtaken by the Ch’zar, an alien force that has enslaved adults through mind control.

In this installment, Ethan faces the growing threat of the Ch’zar’s mechanical bug armies and the urgent need for more pilots who can think independently. As he devises a plan to infiltrate Sterling Reform School, where the Ch’zar send rebellious children, readers will find a narrative rich in themes of resistance and courage. The book combines elements of juvenile fiction and science fiction, featuring robots and monsters, and continues to engage young audiences with its thrilling plot and relatable protagonist.