150 years into a 300-year journey, humanity's future depends on a ship... and a woman who can hear what the plants are saying.Aboard the generation ship Meridian, Elara Chen lives a life of meticulous order. As a Senior Hydroponics Specialist, her hands nurture the crops that sustain ten thousand lives across seven diverse biomes. But Elara possesses a secret gift: plant synesthesia, an ability to perceive the health of the ship's living systems as shimmering colors, vital textures, and resonant sounds.At the journey's halfway point, the Meridian is failing. Critical systems are breaking down in unexpected ways, threatening the mission to Kepler-438b. Elara's unique connection to the ship's biological heart makes her crucial, forcing her to bridge the gap between warring departments and clashing philosophies.She finds herself caught between two men who represent humanity's diverging paths forward: Kaiden Reed, the pragmatic Chief Engineer burdened by the weight of keeping the aging vessel functioning through sheer will and tradition; and Mateo Reyes, the visionary Director of Genetic Preservation, who believes radical biological adaptation, even forbidden technology, is the only way to survive.As Elara's synesthetic sense deepens, revealing the ship's hidden distress, her heart is pulled in opposing directions. Reliability or vision? Tradition or transformation? Elara must navigate a crisis that threatens to doom humanity, while choosing a path for herself, and perhaps, for the future of their world between the stars."Between Two Stars" is a captivating Science Fiction Romance novella, blending intricate world-building, a unique magical ability, and a compelling love triangle where personal choice holds the key to humanity's future.Perfect for readers who love: Science Fiction Romance set aboard generation ships.Love triangles with deep thematic relevance.Unique magical abilities like synesthesia tied to the plot.Character-driven narratives with high stakes.Intriguing world-building focusing on ecological and engineering challenges.Board the Meridian and embark on a journey where science, heart, and destiny collide.