Windhaven by George R. R. Martin

In a world where islands are scattered across vast oceans, the ability to fly using winged harnesses is a rare and revered skill, passed down through generations of families. The story follows Maris, a girl born without the right to fly, who challenges the rigid traditions of her society to pursue her dream of soaring through the skies. As she fights for her place among the flyers, Maris confronts issues of class, privilege, and the true meaning of freedom, ultimately reshaping the destiny of her world and inspiring others to question the status quo.

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