Origin of Storms — Tim Niederriter

Infinitely high pillars define the universe. Planet-sized storms break against them. A holographic glimpse of a ghost from her past tears Yajain from everything else. She chases the renegade doctor, discovering more about aliens and humanity than ever before. Hidden within the swirling clouds lies the answer to more than her grudges. The beating heart of the tempest is the key to the truth or the final annihilation of humankind. Origin of Storms is the first novel in the Forces of Empire series, a thrilling journey through love and war. Welcome to the pillar universe!