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mom2three's review
5.0
This is the second book in the IHPZ, and it picks up right where book one ends and should be read in order.
I'm a huge fan of sci-fi romance, and I read a lot of them, and this story is unlike anything I've read before. It's original and exciting. There is a ton of heat, moment of humor, and a sweet love story. There is also a lot of action and the plot is fast-paced and kept me glued to the pages. I can't wait for the next book!
I'm a huge fan of sci-fi romance, and I read a lot of them, and this story is unlike anything I've read before. It's original and exciting. There is a ton of heat, moment of humor, and a sweet love story. There is also a lot of action and the plot is fast-paced and kept me glued to the pages. I can't wait for the next book!
kelly_reads_books's review
5.0
In true Loki fashion she takes the most unusual topic and turns it into an epic story.
42 does not know who she is and where she has come from when Takran rescues her. But she does not trust anyone. Even though he is 10 feet tall and covered in blades she challenges and provokes him.
The story takes many twists and turns and then...just read it for yourself.
42 does not know who she is and where she has come from when Takran rescues her. But she does not trust anyone. Even though he is 10 feet tall and covered in blades she challenges and provokes him.
The story takes many twists and turns and then...just read it for yourself.
inniebin's review
3.0
It had its ups and downs.
Sadly I felt this book left a little to be desired.
Some parts were very good but other parts I felt had too much filler and I simply had to s skim through it.
Annoying as I felt the book had so much potential.
This is also the second book in the series, but I had no waukesha of knowing that as the book isn't numbered. None of the ones in this series are, and that is confusing.
I liked the descriptions of the aliens in the world and the sex was OK, but I felt it could be better.
2,5 to 3 *.
Sadly I felt this book left a little to be desired.
Some parts were very good but other parts I felt had too much filler and I simply had to s skim through it.
Annoying as I felt the book had so much potential.
This is also the second book in the series, but I had no waukesha of knowing that as the book isn't numbered. None of the ones in this series are, and that is confusing.
I liked the descriptions of the aliens in the world and the sex was OK, but I felt it could be better.
2,5 to 3 *.
quicklittrash's review
5.0
Really enjoyed this one in the series.
To be honest, the first book was okay, but I saw potential and kept going in the series and I’m glad. This second in the series was actually very moving, spicy, plus it had substance to make me want to read the next in the series. The FMC is so broken with trauma, but the behavior and dialogue feel genuine. Like, I don’t normally dig “brats” but I get it in this book. I’ll definitely keep reading the series.
To be honest, the first book was okay, but I saw potential and kept going in the series and I’m glad. This second in the series was actually very moving, spicy, plus it had substance to make me want to read the next in the series. The FMC is so broken with trauma, but the behavior and dialogue feel genuine. Like, I don’t normally dig “brats” but I get it in this book. I’ll definitely keep reading the series.
solaana's review
So you took the asshole from the first book and gave him the woman he deserves. Cool cool cool cool cool.
raven168's review
2.0
I really couldn't get all that into this book because I absolutely hated the female mc. She was just so goddamn stupid and annoying. Like other reviewers, I hate when a character blindly going off on some idiotic self important tangent is touted as them being brave. It's really not. Especially when they have considered exactly zero of the repercussions from their actions.
This picks up right where the last one ends, with One finding another human. Reaper sends Tarkan to find and free them, and as soon as he sees 42, Tarkan knows she is his. Bloodshed ensues and this group makes their escape. 42 was part of a zoo and because she refused to cooperate she was made to suffer a lot. So when she is rescued, she finds it near impossible to trust Tarkan and is constantly waiting for the next round of hurt to befall her. Tarkan sees her trauma clear as day and knows he has to be careful with how he deals with her...despite what Reaper says. And on one hand, I agree with him. But JFC did Tarkan coddle 42 way too much. He lets her destroy things and attack people without even trying to make her see she's done wrong. At some point, I stopped caring about what she went thru because her thoughts and actions were just starting to grate on me. And I hated how she would say that there's no point in fighting one moment, and the next act like some rabid animal.
So 42 has absolutely no memories before waking up in chains and the only clue about where 42 came from is a tattoo of a star pattern on her arm, which eventually the computer actually locates. So off they go. When they get there, it's not what any of them were expecting to find. Things only get worse when they go down to the planet. And really, what were any of them expecting when they took 42 with them? This chick has an attitude problem the size of the galaxy and not enough brains to even have basic common sense. Needless to say, things only get worse and worse. Tarkan is there to more or less save 42 from herself and they go back to the ship. But by this point we all know what's going on on that planet with probably the only humans left alive, and 42 all of a sudden thinks herself some sort of radical savior because she can't stand to know that humans are living like that. Her plan here was just so goddamn stupid. Seriously. I cannot, for the life of me, figure out how anyone would think this was a good idea that would actually change anything. I know this is fiction, but when characters are written this dumb, I want them to suffer. Too bad it's Tarkan that suffers because of her stupidity. Again. And also again, 42 gets off with barely a slap on the wrist despite all the lives she probably caused to be taken, and all the suffering she put Reaper and Tarkan thru.
Hopefully the next one will be better.
This picks up right where the last one ends, with One finding another human. Reaper sends Tarkan to find and free them, and as soon as he sees 42, Tarkan knows she is his. Bloodshed ensues and this group makes their escape. 42 was part of a zoo and because she refused to cooperate she was made to suffer a lot. So when she is rescued, she finds it near impossible to trust Tarkan and is constantly waiting for the next round of hurt to befall her. Tarkan sees her trauma clear as day and knows he has to be careful with how he deals with her...despite what Reaper says. And on one hand, I agree with him. But JFC did Tarkan coddle 42 way too much. He lets her destroy things and attack people without even trying to make her see she's done wrong. At some point, I stopped caring about what she went thru because her thoughts and actions were just starting to grate on me. And I hated how she would say that there's no point in fighting one moment, and the next act like some rabid animal.
So 42 has absolutely no memories before waking up in chains and the only clue about where 42 came from is a tattoo of a star pattern on her arm, which eventually the computer actually locates. So off they go. When they get there, it's not what any of them were expecting to find. Things only get worse when they go down to the planet. And really, what were any of them expecting when they took 42 with them? This chick has an attitude problem the size of the galaxy and not enough brains to even have basic common sense. Needless to say, things only get worse and worse. Tarkan is there to more or less save 42 from herself and they go back to the ship. But by this point we all know what's going on on that planet with probably the only humans left alive, and 42 all of a sudden thinks herself some sort of radical savior because she can't stand to know that humans are living like that. Her plan here was just so goddamn stupid. Seriously. I cannot, for the life of me, figure out how anyone would think this was a good idea that would actually change anything. I know this is fiction, but when characters are written this dumb, I want them to suffer. Too bad it's Tarkan that suffers because of her stupidity. Again. And also again, 42 gets off with barely a slap on the wrist despite all the lives she probably caused to be taken, and all the suffering she put Reaper and Tarkan thru.
Hopefully the next one will be better.
mx_manda's review
4.0
Hooboy. This book. How to rate it?
The first 25% was...disappointing, honestly, because it felt a lot like this:
Just round and round and round with no forward momentum. And the usual LR commentary and humor was mostly missing in that portion of the book.
But.
Once 42 starts emerging from her shell a bit and a plot point finally emerges, it's pretty smooth sailing from there. LR's observational humor comes back full-force, including a little winking at us as we have to suffer enraged, TSTL over-grown Brat 42's constant drama llamaing and poor decision making:
“I’m not acting spoiled! I’m acting brave!”
“There’s nothing brave about shrieking at the man trying to keep you safe from yourself.”
Mistaking loud shrieking and poor decisions for bravery is such a common pitfall in all of the romance genres. UGH. It's such a cheap substitute.
Anywho, I have a lot of this text highlighted for anyone curious about the gems LR dropped in this installment of the Possessive Aliens series. There are so many just ripe for discussion, including what true freedom is and how most humans do not truly want it. We think we do, but we really don't. Most want just enough freedom to be comfortable to live their lives without having to think too hard or work constantly or take responsibility for their 100% keeping.
In order to not be lost about plot and characters, definitely read the first installment in this series, Mine. Otherwise, you might not enjoy this one as much. In the end I really liked this one, especially the final third of the book when things take a more philosophical bent. However, I miss the Tarkan/Reaper bickering and antics that were so enjoyable in Mine, which may be partially responsible for the less shiny quality of this book. I really liked the first story more.
This story got lost in the woods for a time while establishing just how patient and sympathetic Tarkan can actually be, but it does find itself in the end with a set up for the next installment.
The first 25% was...disappointing, honestly, because it felt a lot like this:
Just round and round and round with no forward momentum. And the usual LR commentary and humor was mostly missing in that portion of the book.
But.
Once 42 starts emerging from her shell a bit and a plot point finally emerges, it's pretty smooth sailing from there. LR's observational humor comes back full-force, including a little winking at us as we have to suffer enraged, TSTL over-grown Brat 42's constant drama llamaing and poor decision making:
“I’m not acting spoiled! I’m acting brave!”
“There’s nothing brave about shrieking at the man trying to keep you safe from yourself.”
Mistaking loud shrieking and poor decisions for bravery is such a common pitfall in all of the romance genres. UGH. It's such a cheap substitute.
Anywho, I have a lot of this text highlighted for anyone curious about the gems LR dropped in this installment of the Possessive Aliens series. There are so many just ripe for discussion, including what true freedom is and how most humans do not truly want it. We think we do, but we really don't. Most want just enough freedom to be comfortable to live their lives without having to think too hard or work constantly or take responsibility for their 100% keeping.
In order to not be lost about plot and characters, definitely read the first installment in this series, Mine. Otherwise, you might not enjoy this one as much. In the end I really liked this one, especially the final third of the book when things take a more philosophical bent. However, I miss the Tarkan/Reaper bickering and antics that were so enjoyable in Mine, which may be partially responsible for the less shiny quality of this book. I really liked the first story more.
Spoiler
And LR never does explain what's up with 42's knee-jerk hatred and violence towards One. I would have liked to see them come to a place of mutual tolerance, at least. Poor One put herself out there and tried at least; 42 just...ugh. Did not. And was a snarly nasty beast about it.This story got lost in the woods for a time while establishing just how patient and sympathetic Tarkan can actually be, but it does find itself in the end with a set up for the next installment.
afestivalaparade's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
leisurelyreading's review
1.0
*sigh* hindsight is 20/20. I should have known better. There were some humorous parts and interesting concepts, so I will give it a little credit, but overall yup nope. At least this didn’t take up too much of my time and was from kindle unlimited.
amanda_p's review
4.0
Hooboy. This book. How to rate it?
The first 25% was...disappointing, honestly, because it felt a lot like this:
Just round and round and round with no forward momentum. And the usual LR commentary and humor was mostly missing in that portion of the book.
But.
Once 42 starts emerging from her shell a bit and a plot point finally emerges, it's pretty smooth sailing from there. LR's observational humor comes back full-force, including a little winking at us as we have to suffer enraged, TSTL over-grown Brat 42's constant drama llamaing and poor decision making:
“I’m not acting spoiled! I’m acting brave!”
“There’s nothing brave about shrieking at the man trying to keep you safe from yourself.”
Mistaking loud shrieking and poor decisions for bravery is such a common pitfall in all of the romance genres. UGH. It's such a cheap substitute.
Anywho, I have a lot of this text highlighted for anyone curious about the gems LR dropped in this installment of the Possessive Aliens series. There are so many just ripe for discussion, including what true freedom is and how most humans do not truly want it. We think we do, but we really don't. Most want just enough freedom to be comfortable to live their lives without having to think too hard or work constantly or take responsibility for their 100% keeping.
In order to not be lost about plot and characters, definitely read the first installment in this series, Mine. Otherwise, you might not enjoy this one as much. In the end I really liked this one, especially the final third of the book when things take a more philosophical bent. However, I miss the Tarkan/Reaper bickering and antics that were so enjoyable in Mine, which may be partially responsible for the less shiny quality of this book. I really liked the first story more.And LR never does explain what's up with 42's knee-jerk hatred and violence towards One. I would have liked to see them come to a place of mutual tolerance, at least. Poor One put herself out there and tried at least; 42 just...ugh. Did not. And was a snarly nasty beast about it.
This story got lost in the woods for a time while establishing just how patient and sympathetic Tarkan can actually be, but it does find itself in the end with a set up for the next installment.
The first 25% was...disappointing, honestly, because it felt a lot like this:
Just round and round and round with no forward momentum. And the usual LR commentary and humor was mostly missing in that portion of the book.
But.
Once 42 starts emerging from her shell a bit and a plot point finally emerges, it's pretty smooth sailing from there. LR's observational humor comes back full-force, including a little winking at us as we have to suffer enraged, TSTL over-grown Brat 42's constant drama llamaing and poor decision making:
“I’m not acting spoiled! I’m acting brave!”
“There’s nothing brave about shrieking at the man trying to keep you safe from yourself.”
Mistaking loud shrieking and poor decisions for bravery is such a common pitfall in all of the romance genres. UGH. It's such a cheap substitute.
Anywho, I have a lot of this text highlighted for anyone curious about the gems LR dropped in this installment of the Possessive Aliens series. There are so many just ripe for discussion, including what true freedom is and how most humans do not truly want it. We think we do, but we really don't. Most want just enough freedom to be comfortable to live their lives without having to think too hard or work constantly or take responsibility for their 100% keeping.
In order to not be lost about plot and characters, definitely read the first installment in this series, Mine. Otherwise, you might not enjoy this one as much. In the end I really liked this one, especially the final third of the book when things take a more philosophical bent. However, I miss the Tarkan/Reaper bickering and antics that were so enjoyable in Mine, which may be partially responsible for the less shiny quality of this book. I really liked the first story more.
This story got lost in the woods for a time while establishing just how patient and sympathetic Tarkan can actually be, but it does find itself in the end with a set up for the next installment.