Hijacked dreams and a high-stakes gamble. Can a young woman secure suitors while trying to soar among the stars? Skylar Kawabata has her future mapped out. Frustrated by years of misuse from her family, she’s got her Class Three pilot license firmly in hand and plans to take over her mother’s interstellar shipping business. But when she discovers it’s been sold right out from under her to a handsome but infuriating man, the outraged ex-heiress vows to make him pay. Already struggling to feel worthy enough to attract top-notch men to build her relationship network, Skylar’s fight for her inheritance turns into a heart-stopping power play. But she’s up against long odds from a love-match setup with an old crush, an impulsive bet with the man controlling her legacy, and one of her many dads becoming a dangerous threat… Can Skylar navigate to the destiny she desires, or will she get knocked off-course? An Unexpected Debt is the first book in The Amagi science fiction romance series. If you like mouthy heroines, an array of delicious men, and amazing world-building, then you’ll adore S. J. Pajonas’ action-packed adventure.

A ship hijacked. An arrogant and handsome classmate. A relentless desert. Skylar Kawabata is so close to earning her Class Three pilot’s license, she can almost taste it. After years of intense study and isolation, she's determined to ace her final exam and reclaim her freedom. Nothing is going to stop her now—not even Kalvin, the class pretty boy high flyer who never misses a chance to call her “Princess.” Skylar’s fierce determination clashes with Kalvin’s cocky self-assurance, creating sparks that are impossible to ignore. She’s going to kill him if he calls her that one more time… But when their class ship is hijacked during the final exam, Skylar and Kalvin find themselves marooned in the heart of an unforgiving desert. With limited supplies and no way to call for help, they must rely on each other to survive. Skylar’s resourcefulness and Kalvin’s surprising resilience are put to the ultimate test as they navigate treacherous sandstorms, tricky quicksand, and the looming threat of deadly predators. As the days stretch into a grueling ordeal, their animosity begins to transform into a reluctant partnership—and maybe something more. Will Skylar and Kalvin make it out of the relentless desert in one piece? Or will their fiery tempers lead them to destroy each other before the desert claims them? An Unforgiving Desert is the first book in the Amagi science fiction romance series. If you like talented heroines, cocky, self-assured men, and a hot desert gamble, then you’ll devour S. J. Pajonas’s gutsy action-adventure. Be sure to read An Unexpected Debt after! July 2024 Update – This book was originally a prequel novella. It has been updated and expanded to make it the first book of the series.

A sought-after getaway. A mother’s relentless vengeance. A desperate pursuit to unveil buried secrets... Skylar Kawabata longs for a peaceful retreat at the lavish Lee villa on Laguna, seeking sun, surf, delicious food, and friendly company to escape her woes. But when she crosses paths with an old flame during an impromptu celebration, their reunion forces her to reevaluate her connections—particularly as Takemo enters the scene once again. Once an adversary, Takemo has since evolved into a kind-hearted, resourceful, and charismatic man who captures Skylar’s attention even though he infuriates her. Yet Skylar’s supposed haven is far from serene. A vengeful lawsuit from her own mother sends her life into a tailspin, and she must act fast to salvage her reputation or risk losing everything. Teaming up with her new head of security—a former foe turned ally—Skylar embarks on a crucial mission to retrieve backup drives that hold evidence of her troubled childhood. As lethal foes close in, Skylar is confronted with her darkest memories while striving to shield all she holds dear. Can she outwit her relentless pursuers and obtain the crucial proof, or will she lose everything in a high-risk game of cat and mouse? A Surprise Favor is the thrilling third entry in The Amagi sci-fi romance series. Fans of heart-pounding adventures, intricate relationships, and nail-biting action won’t want to miss S. J. Pajonas’s captivating narrative. Please THIS SERIES MUST BE READ IN ORDER. It is a true series and plot elements carry through every book, from beginning to end. You will miss too much by reading this series out of order or skipping around. This is also a slow-burn romance series that contains profanity and sexual situations.

An impending lawsuit. A dangerous job. A love from her past... Life is starting to make sense for Skylar Kawabata. She can finally see a path forward with her ship, her crew, her family, and her new suitors. Walking that path, though, is the hard part. Skylar's mother is threatening to sue her for the ownership of the Amagi, and it leaves Skylar teetering on the edge of a cliff. She must get all her evidence in order and keep her mother's consort from harassing her crew or worse. Funds are tight, so it's a blessing she's been offered a new job in the jungles of Rio. It will be lucrative... only if she can arrive there in one piece. When her previous flame, Kalvin, shows up out of the blue, the tenuous balance in her network disintegrates. Kalvin is a high-flying rogue pilot and his presence, while exciting, throws a wrench in Skylar's carefully crafted plans. And now that they're in the jungle together, she'll need to figure out how Kalvin will fit into her life. Will he brave both the terrifying creatures of Rio and Skylar's broken past, or will he disappear just like he did when they first met? The pressure of holding everything together is too great, and when Skylar cracks, her confidence in her own memories is at stake. Can she hold her new job and network together long enough to fight for the Amagi? Or will she lose everything she has, including her life, to the jungles of Rio? A Fortunate Accident is the third book in The Amagi science fiction romance series. If you like capable heroines, insanely hot men, and thrilling world-building, then you’ll go crazy for S. J. Pajonas’s daring action-adventure.