Skyward Flight

I absolutely loved these three “short” stories set in the Skyward series world, told from the perspectives of FM, Jorgen, and Alanik. Seeing the story unfold from their viewpoints was a real treat, and these tales significantly propel the overall narrative. They provide essential background on events happening outside of Spensa's main storyline, making them feel almost necessary to the plot. I highly recommend including them in your read of the Skyward series.
In fact, I found these stories more impactful than the third book, Cytonic, and I certainly enjoyed them more. I read the first two before Cytonic and the last one, Evershore, afterward, and this order felt seamless in terms of the main series' timeline. It didn't spoil anything and made sense in relation to Spensa's journey.
These stories deepened my love for the characters, especially FM and Jorgen, and the Taynix, propelling them even higher in my esteem. Each story stands out on its own, emotionally engaging and immensely enjoyable. I highly, highly recommend adding these to your Skyward series read—they are well worth it.