MEET THE AUTHOR
A creative mind
beyond the page.
In Sabre de Pleiades, Bernadette Y. Quander launches an expansive and thought-provoking
science fantasy saga that spans galaxies, millennia, and dimensions of existence. Book One
of The Ledger of Lemuel introduces readers to the richly imagined world of Moreipa in the
Pleiades star system—an ancient, spiritually infused society where humans and ethereal
beings coexist in complex, often volatile relationships. At the center of this tale is
Sabre, the son of a human woman and a spirit king, whose journey reveals deep themes of
identity, destiny, loyalty, and the struggle between good and evil.
What sets Sabre de Pleiades apart is the way it blends science fiction, spiritual allegory,
and family drama. This is not just a space adventure—it’s a tale of heritage, betrayal,
moral ambiguity, and the power of prophecy. Quander’s worldbuilding is layered and original.
Moreipa is a place of elegance and danger, shaped by ancient codes, prophetic books, and
evolving technologies. Readers are introduced to a cast of intriguing characters—Kenturah
Red-Feather, the loyal friend; the mysterious stranger who seeks Sabre’s downfall; and the
Earthling Morton, caught in a transformation he doesn’t fully understand.
The prose is vivid and poetic, with metaphysical and symbolic depth. Quander gives care to
language, infusing it with a mythic quality that suits the saga’s spiritual undercurrents.
The shifts between Moreipa and Earth are handled smoothly, offering contrast between the
mystical and the mundane.
Bernadette Y. Quander
Author of Sabre de Pleiades
