kfriend's review against another edition
4.0
Alinthia just keeps getting more captivating and more complex. What I’m loving most about this series though is Tori’s journey- not only her challenges as she continues to try to figure out who she is and what she can do with her own powers, but how Siobhan is painting that part of herself as a metaphor for some of her own maturing- getting over her own holdbacks, trying to figure out her connection with Copper, Maddox, Beck, and Dane- trying to work through how they fit, how to work together, motivations and allegiances.
So beautifully balanced with our relational journeys are the threats and action that kept me on my toes. Enemies are plenty- and no one is safe. The only path forward is for Tori to figure out how to leverage her strengths, and for this harem to find a way to work together and lean on each other. We have much yet to discover and answer, but we also get some truthbombs here- one I saw coming but was still flabbergasted nonetheless. The danger, the relational tension just make for such anticipation, and I’m so thirsty for all these feelings to become unfurled. These characters are so delightfully unique and thrilling- more!
randomly_kait's review against another edition
4.0
I was super stoked when I was able to get my hands on a copy of this book, especially with the way that the last one ended. Like, I've been really anxious to find out what was going to happen next!
And I just...
Umm...
I think I'm still processing my feelings!
I read through this one at lightning speed, because that's how excited I was to be able to read this.
This book starts up literally right after where the second one left off, and Tori is feeling sorry for herself, and blaming herself for what happened to you know who. And right away, I just wanted to shake her and say "GET A HOLD OF YOURSELF!!" which she did, eventually.
There was so much world building and character building in this book, which I absolutely love. I like getting to see book characters grow up and progress from being unsure and insecure about who they are, to kick @$$ characters who won't take crap from anyone.
I loved getting to see Tori spend more time with her guys, and seeing their relationships grow closer, it totally made me smile. I love all the guys, but my favorite is still Beckett (because I usually go for the cute nerdy ones, lol)
There were surprises in this book, some that I expected and others that I absolutely did not.
This was a fantastic continuation to the Alinthia series, and I'm very very very much looking forward to the next book, especially since this one ended with a cliffhanger *SIGHS* authors are trying to kill me with cliffhangers, I swear.
If you've read and enjoyed the first one, then you should definitely continue on with the series. Or if you love a good SciFi book packed with action, romance, and mystery, then this is the series for you!
*I am voluntarily reviewing complimentary Advance Readers Copy of this book. All of the thoughts and opinions that are expressed above are completely and totally %100 percent mine, and I have not been compensated in any way for this review.
And I just...
Umm...
I think I'm still processing my feelings!
I read through this one at lightning speed, because that's how excited I was to be able to read this.
This book starts up literally right after where the second one left off, and Tori is feeling sorry for herself, and blaming herself for what happened to you know who. And right away, I just wanted to shake her and say "GET A HOLD OF YOURSELF!!" which she did, eventually.
There was so much world building and character building in this book, which I absolutely love. I like getting to see book characters grow up and progress from being unsure and insecure about who they are, to kick @$$ characters who won't take crap from anyone.
I loved getting to see Tori spend more time with her guys, and seeing their relationships grow closer, it totally made me smile. I love all the guys, but my favorite is still Beckett (because I usually go for the cute nerdy ones, lol)
There were surprises in this book, some that I expected and others that I absolutely did not.
This was a fantastic continuation to the Alinthia series, and I'm very very very much looking forward to the next book, especially since this one ended with a cliffhanger *SIGHS* authors are trying to kill me with cliffhangers, I swear.
If you've read and enjoyed the first one, then you should definitely continue on with the series. Or if you love a good SciFi book packed with action, romance, and mystery, then this is the series for you!
*I am voluntarily reviewing complimentary Advance Readers Copy of this book. All of the thoughts and opinions that are expressed above are completely and totally %100 percent mine, and I have not been compensated in any way for this review.
iamnotanemochick's review against another edition
5.0
Loved the emotions in this story. We really get to know Alinthia and experience her relationships develop with her protectors. Totally invested in this series and can't wait for more!
kodom251999's review against another edition
4.0
I am late to this read so if you haven’t read it, and don’t want to be spoiled DONT READ MY REVIEW. It’s one of the few times I can be a little freer with my review.
I love this series! I can’t wait to see what happens next. I was not surprised to find Zorc was in with Arantu. I knew something was up with that. I never saw what happened with Kylie though. I hope we get to see Daniel figure out that he’s has been talking to aliens.
I love this series! I can’t wait to see what happens next. I was not surprised to find Zorc was in with Arantu. I knew something was up with that. I never saw what happened with Kylie though. I hope we get to see Daniel figure out that he’s has been talking to aliens.
doodlewinger's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this book but there were parts I skimmed through because it was moving a little slow. I feel even worse for Jensen in this book. He really gets used and abused. Also there is a part with coop that I am not happy with. I think it takes away from what he has with alinthia. I'm not sure I can get past it for future books. Overall the plot was good but I needed a but more from alinthia. Will still read the rest of the series
casseyt's review against another edition
4.0
Thanks goodness the world building, and base character work is done...because this is why I'm a fan of Siobhan Davis' fantasy work.
In this book of the series we learn more about Tori and the guys..their relationship and what is coming in terms of the prophecy. We go to space, there's some kicking ass and steamy moments. I love the way in which everyone is settling into the relationship, and starting to work on how to have it work for all of them.
The hints of trouble to come, hit in unexpected ways. My only grip is this Tori/Alinthia thing - she's been Tori her whole life, so I'm not sure why she would go with the change at all. That said if the guys could do so, then so could she.
Also, Team Dane ftw!
*I'm a lucky fish and on the author's ARC team.*
In this book of the series we learn more about Tori and the guys..their relationship and what is coming in terms of the prophecy. We go to space, there's some kicking ass and steamy moments. I love the way in which everyone is settling into the relationship, and starting to work on how to have it work for all of them.
The hints of trouble to come, hit in unexpected ways. My only grip is this Tori/Alinthia thing - she's been Tori her whole life, so I'm not sure why she would go with the change at all. That said if the guys could do so, then so could she.
Also, Team Dane ftw!
*I'm a lucky fish and on the author's ARC team.*
momwithareadingproblem's review against another edition
5.0
I received an eARC of this book via the author. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of this review.
Another whirlwind read from Siobhan Davis! The Secret Heir is the second book in her Alinthia series and picks up a few weeks after the end of [b:The Lost Savior|36481095|The Lost Savior (Alinthia #1)|Siobhan Davis|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1511730251s/36481095.jpg|58191685]. If you haven’t read that book yet, read ahead with caution as there may be spoilers from the first book in this review (though I’ll try my best to not have any). Book one ended on a pretty awful cliffhanger, not as bad as some of Davis’s previous books but still bad. I was left reeling and SO happy there was only a couple of months wait between the two. I don’t think I would’ve been able to handle more of a wait!
Tori has come so far from the girl she was at the beginning of the series. She now knows who she is, where she comes from, and what she is destined to do. She’s embraced it all with grace and little hesitation. The problem is she is now harboring a big secret from the guys who she just agreed to move in with. The thing with secrets is they fester like a war wound, and the longer you wait to share it, the harsher the outcome. I was seriously yelling at her (you know, in my mind) to come clean. Aside from this, Tori really proves herself to the guys following Dane’s training schedule and pouring all of her energy into learning how to harness her powers and the prophecy. Like the previous book, this one is told mainly from her POV, and I was fully engaged, experiencing things with her.
The guys *swoon* So I’ll admit when I first heard that Siobhan Davis was writing a reverse harem series that I was hesitant and a little skeptical. I’m a firm believer in monogamy so the idea of multiple love interests was a red flag for me. However Davis pulls this off beautifully without it feeling dirty or cheap (does that make sense?). Each of the guys in this story are fully fleshed out, with their own unique personalities and character flaws, yet they work together as one unit. I found myself attracted to each of the guys in different ways and could see how Tori would love them each equally. Maddox is still my favorite though. He’s the tough guy, the muscle of the group, but seems to understand Tori the best. He knows when to push her, when to back off, and intuitively understands what she needs when she needs it whether that be a run in the woods or a simply hug.
The plot of this book moves quickly. A new character appears and wreaks havoc in Tori’s life, causes doubt between her and the guys, and calls into question the validity of the prophecy. This in addition to the secret Tori is keeping really weighs on her and causes tension between her and Dane (who has the ability to sense the course of action and when someone isn’t being truthful). All of this builds throughout the story until in the end as the reader you don’t know who to trust anymore. There are several plot twists and questions that arise as the story progresses that culminate in the big reveal at the end of the book.
Overall I loved The Secret Heir! It’s the perfect compliment to the first book and doesn’t suffer from second-book syndrome like many do. If anything, I enjoyed this one more than the first. The author takes us off world for a little bit, and we get to meet more aliens. So I’d call that a win in the scifi category. The romance aspect is really starting to rev its engines (so to speak) with some very hot, steamy make out scenes 😉 If you enjoyed the first book, you will want to grab a copy of this one ASAP. If you haven’t read the first book yet, I strongly suggest you do, otherwise you will be lost in reading this one. I highly recommend this series for anyone that enjoys science fiction, paranormal romance, and reverse harems.
Another whirlwind read from Siobhan Davis! The Secret Heir is the second book in her Alinthia series and picks up a few weeks after the end of [b:The Lost Savior|36481095|The Lost Savior (Alinthia #1)|Siobhan Davis|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1511730251s/36481095.jpg|58191685]. If you haven’t read that book yet, read ahead with caution as there may be spoilers from the first book in this review (though I’ll try my best to not have any). Book one ended on a pretty awful cliffhanger, not as bad as some of Davis’s previous books but still bad. I was left reeling and SO happy there was only a couple of months wait between the two. I don’t think I would’ve been able to handle more of a wait!
Tori has come so far from the girl she was at the beginning of the series. She now knows who she is, where she comes from, and what she is destined to do. She’s embraced it all with grace and little hesitation. The problem is she is now harboring a big secret from the guys who she just agreed to move in with. The thing with secrets is they fester like a war wound, and the longer you wait to share it, the harsher the outcome. I was seriously yelling at her (you know, in my mind) to come clean. Aside from this, Tori really proves herself to the guys following Dane’s training schedule and pouring all of her energy into learning how to harness her powers and the prophecy. Like the previous book, this one is told mainly from her POV, and I was fully engaged, experiencing things with her.
The guys *swoon* So I’ll admit when I first heard that Siobhan Davis was writing a reverse harem series that I was hesitant and a little skeptical. I’m a firm believer in monogamy so the idea of multiple love interests was a red flag for me. However Davis pulls this off beautifully without it feeling dirty or cheap (does that make sense?). Each of the guys in this story are fully fleshed out, with their own unique personalities and character flaws, yet they work together as one unit. I found myself attracted to each of the guys in different ways and could see how Tori would love them each equally. Maddox is still my favorite though. He’s the tough guy, the muscle of the group, but seems to understand Tori the best. He knows when to push her, when to back off, and intuitively understands what she needs when she needs it whether that be a run in the woods or a simply hug.
The plot of this book moves quickly. A new character appears and wreaks havoc in Tori’s life, causes doubt between her and the guys, and calls into question the validity of the prophecy. This in addition to the secret Tori is keeping really weighs on her and causes tension between her and Dane (who has the ability to sense the course of action and when someone isn’t being truthful). All of this builds throughout the story until in the end as the reader you don’t know who to trust anymore. There are several plot twists and questions that arise as the story progresses that culminate in the big reveal at the end of the book.
Overall I loved The Secret Heir! It’s the perfect compliment to the first book and doesn’t suffer from second-book syndrome like many do. If anything, I enjoyed this one more than the first. The author takes us off world for a little bit, and we get to meet more aliens. So I’d call that a win in the scifi category. The romance aspect is really starting to rev its engines (so to speak) with some very hot, steamy make out scenes 😉 If you enjoyed the first book, you will want to grab a copy of this one ASAP. If you haven’t read the first book yet, I strongly suggest you do, otherwise you will be lost in reading this one. I highly recommend this series for anyone that enjoys science fiction, paranormal romance, and reverse harems.
potaytaspages's review
4.0
(Mild spoilers)
Well what a little twist and turn of events that was. I gave this four stars because some of it was a little obvious but it was still a rather entertaining book.
Dane and Tori’s relationship is so confusing to me. I know it’s hot and cold but it’s almost like scorching and frostbite like it’s so different it’s almost not believable.
However I am so very excited to continue with this series and I am dying to figure out what happens next! Especially after that cliffhanger!
I voluntarily reviewed an advance, complimentary copy of this book.
Well what a little twist and turn of events that was. I gave this four stars because some of it was a little obvious but it was still a rather entertaining book.
Dane and Tori’s relationship is so confusing to me. I know it’s hot and cold but it’s almost like scorching and frostbite like it’s so different it’s almost not believable.
However I am so very excited to continue with this series and I am dying to figure out what happens next! Especially after that cliffhanger!
I voluntarily reviewed an advance, complimentary copy of this book.
bookly68's review
5.0
This book has basically left me breathless...
How do I write my review? I feel like I’m an emotional wreck!
Don’t mistaken my anxiousness. I LOVED the book. I actually want to pick it up and read it again. Even with all its emotion and angst. Oh, I thought I was going to turn inside out at times. But I love these characters. That’s the thing!! I ADORE THEM!!! So when they’re dealing with so much, I’m falling apart!!
This second installment of the Alinthia series really brought Tori (Alinthia) closer to each one of her protectors individually. It was so nice to see each one of their personalities, and how they opened up to her. But, of course there are complications and they cause a lot of worry and angst for Tori (Alinthia) and the guys, and therefore we as the reader feel it along with them. I’m not going to say too much about what happens, because you need to read it to find out. But I will say that Siobhan Davis can write a book that you become so invested in while reading it, that it gets under your skin. And my skin is jumpy today! I need the next book ASAP!!! No pressure or anything Siobhan!! Lol!
How do I write my review? I feel like I’m an emotional wreck!
Don’t mistaken my anxiousness. I LOVED the book. I actually want to pick it up and read it again. Even with all its emotion and angst. Oh, I thought I was going to turn inside out at times. But I love these characters. That’s the thing!! I ADORE THEM!!! So when they’re dealing with so much, I’m falling apart!!
This second installment of the Alinthia series really brought Tori (Alinthia) closer to each one of her protectors individually. It was so nice to see each one of their personalities, and how they opened up to her. But, of course there are complications and they cause a lot of worry and angst for Tori (Alinthia) and the guys, and therefore we as the reader feel it along with them. I’m not going to say too much about what happens, because you need to read it to find out. But I will say that Siobhan Davis can write a book that you become so invested in while reading it, that it gets under your skin. And my skin is jumpy today! I need the next book ASAP!!! No pressure or anything Siobhan!! Lol!
bookly68's review against another edition
5.0
I’m flying high right now from finishing up this Audible and figured it’s the perfect time to get my thoughts down. This story had/still has my skin turning inside out (sort of speak). The action, the angst, the emotion, the twists & turns...I was feeling all Tori/Alinthia’s emotions and they were all over the place, poor thing didn’t know what to think, who to trust (including herself at times), she doubted her abilities, she became mad, jealous, possessive, depressed, insecure, constantly confused...being inside her head made me anxious, made my skin begin to itch, and I started to feel the need to pace back and forth, I kept wishing I had the ability to be able to hear the boys thoughts. Is there a reason that Tori/Alinthia hasn’t mastered that yet?
But, in this book Tori/Alinthia was brought closer to each one of her protectors individually. It was so nice to see each one of their personalities, and how they opened up to her, and at times they didn’t. But, of course there are complications and they cause a lot of worry and angst for Tori/Alinthia and the guys, and therefore we as the reader feel it along with them. I want to say more about this whole subject, but I can’t really, not without saying too much.
But I will say that there are some pretty intense scene! A lot of excitement! And Siobhan gives us more world building when Tori/Alinthia, along with her boys, goes on a trip! It’s a very exciting book, that goes by very fast. The romance aspect is taken up a notch in a way, and Tori becomes closer to her protectors.
Once again, as I said in my review of The Lost Savior, the narration is outstanding!! They really draw you into the story and make it come alive! I have enjoyed the audible of the two books immensely, and I was disappointed when they ended. I look forward to book three coming out, and eventually being produced on Audible. I hope they can get the same narrators!!!
But, in this book Tori/Alinthia was brought closer to each one of her protectors individually. It was so nice to see each one of their personalities, and how they opened up to her, and at times they didn’t. But, of course there are complications and they cause a lot of worry and angst for Tori/Alinthia and the guys, and therefore we as the reader feel it along with them. I want to say more about this whole subject, but I can’t really, not without saying too much.
But I will say that there are some pretty intense scene! A lot of excitement! And Siobhan gives us more world building when Tori/Alinthia, along with her boys, goes on a trip! It’s a very exciting book, that goes by very fast. The romance aspect is taken up a notch in a way, and Tori becomes closer to her protectors.
Once again, as I said in my review of The Lost Savior, the narration is outstanding!! They really draw you into the story and make it come alive! I have enjoyed the audible of the two books immensely, and I was disappointed when they ended. I look forward to book three coming out, and eventually being produced on Audible. I hope they can get the same narrators!!!