SAGE Evolution, Book 2 By S A Huchton

Sage is book two in the Evolution series by S.A. Huchton, and this review is for the audible edition.

Summary:
Devastated by her choices, Candace Bristol is on the brink of losing it all: her mind, her hope, everything she thought she was.

But from the ruins rises new purpose. An enemy has emerged and it will take everything to combat this new threat. Broken as she is, picking up the pieces and carrying on might be the hardest battle to win, but it's either fight or lose what little she has left.

Amongst the wreckage, hope still burns. The flicker of a flame kindles something within her she thought was dead.

Love can break you.

So, too, can it bring you back to life.

My Review:
Book two in this series definitely did not disappoint and was every bit as interesting as the previous one. It starts out with Candace deep in depression over having killed the boy she loved. She battles with the realization of how dangerous she really is and seeing people scared of her does not help any. However, Jackson in his rude Jackass ways gets to start living again.


I rate this an Obsession - Once you start you can’t stop. I recommend setting an alarm to let you know when to put it down
Rated: 5/5 Stars

Audio Version:

ANGEL The Evolution Series, Book 1 By Starla Huchton

Angel is Book One in the Evolution series by S.A. Huchton. This review will be for the audible edition.

Summary:
Candace Bristol has always been obsessed with comic books, but in a world where the nightly news often mirrors these inked stories, her dreams of becoming a real superhero could actually come true. After being rescued by members of the government’s AdvaNced Genetic EvoLution (ANGEL) Project four years ago, getting recruited for this elite team is all she's wanted.

Now 18, she's finally reached her goal after years of study and physical training, but little could have prepared her for life as a genetic experiment. As though coming to terms with her new ability to manipulate water isn't tough enough, she never expected to be swept off her feet by one of her fellow recruits.

With genetic alteration, the threat of physical and mental instability hangs over every superhero like a shadow. When one of their own tumbles over the edge of madness, Candace will have to choose between protecting the world, and saving the one who holds her heart.

My Review:
First, let me start by saying the audio edition of this book is excellent. I love how the beginning and the end all seem like a recording from an archive. There are even parts throughout that have special audio tricks to make it seem like you are actually hearing a P.A. System and this is not even discussing the actual story.

This is one of the best books I have 'listened' to this year. While this story is by no mean a new release as at least three books of this series is already published, it is one of those that was not widely publicized. Which in my opinion is a travesty, the storyline in this series is new and exciting. I enjoyed every minute of it. I would recommend this series to even those that do not normally like science fiction or paranormal stories.

If you have not already read this story, you should!

I rate this story an Obsession - Once you start you can’t stop. I recommend setting an alarm to let you know when to put it down
I Rate this a 5/5 Stars!

Audio Edition:

Blood Magic (Ariel Kimber #3) by Mary Martel

Blood Magic is book 3 in the Ariel Kimber Series.

Ariel Kimber isn’t your average seventeen-year-old girl. She’s recently discovered she’s a witch with magic and is looking to find her place in a brand-new world. Her place in this new world is in a coven with seven guys.

After all of the horrible things she’s been forced to endure, Ariel was looking forward to building her new life with the family she’s found herself a part of and focusing on healing with Dash after what Chucky did to the both of them. After the blood that had been spilled, they all struggle to put those memories and the incident behind them. It’s easier said than done, though.

Quinton is plagued with guilt and the rest of them struggle with the fact that they almost lost one of their brothers and Ariel is left with a permanent reminder of the incident.

New bonds are forged, and just as things are starting to settle down again for Ariel and her coven, the Council of Elders makes its first appearance in Ariel’s life. And they don’t plan on going anywhere any time soon.

** This is a reverse harem series. **

This series is pretty much about a girl who finds out that she is a witch. Ariel up until recently had to deal with an abusive mother and a lonely life. She never thought that she was anything special, but now that she learns that she is indeed special; she's not sure that she likes it. On top of having to deal with the death of her 'mother', Dash being stabbed, and the seemingly endless guilt of Quinton Ariel also has to deal with the Council of Elders. All Ariel really wants is to find her father and she will do everything within her power to do it.


What I liked about the story: I loved how this installment gave us a more in-depth look at Julian and even introduced us more to Damien.


What I thought could have been better: There was a lot of inner dialogue but none of it helped us to understand Ariel's state of mind. She seemed to have glossed over a lot of issues that normally a person would have dwelt upon. For a 200+ book, it did not give us a lot of information, and I did not like how the installment ended where it did. No warning, no idea on how she even knew what she was doing, she went straight to blood magic.

I would give this an Attraction Rating – A promising story, but nothing life-changing. You would read the sequel as more of a backup story when you run out.Rated: 3/5 Stars

Audio Version:

Ristéard’s Unwilling Empress Lords of Kassis, Book 4 By S.E. Smith

Ristéard’s Unwilling Empress is book 4 in the Lord of Kassis series by S.E. Smith. This novel has adult concepts so be warned.

This story begins 24 years before River's Run with the abandonment of baby Ricky-Rose Bailey by her biological father. It is shown that he abandons her for her own safety. Fast forward 24 years, she and her parents decide to leave Earth for the planet Kassis. Soon Ricky comes to the attention of Risteard Roald, a powerful and deadly ruler of the Elpidios, a planet that is slowly dying without the bloodstones needed to absorb the radiation gradually destroying its stratosphere.

I enjoyed the thought that went into this book, it is very hard to find a story in the Alien/Human Woman genre that is more than just sex, sex, and more sex. This series actually has a story! One I actually understood and enjoyed. Ms. Smith is excellent at bringing us a world filled with suspense, some mystery, action, romance, and sometimes even comedy.

Cudos to you S.E. Smith!

I rate this Light Reading - you can finish this book in one sitting.
Rated 4/5

Jo's Journey Lords of Kassis, Book 3 By S.E. Smith

Jo's Journey is book 3 in the Lord of Kassis series by S.E. Smith. This story also has adult content. This is also the last story of the three sisters. Jo's well-ordered life changes when she and her sisters are kidnapped. Now her life is filled with Aliens, warships, and dangerous battles.

Manota Ja Kel Coradon is the second son of the ruling House of Kassis. He is known as the dark brother, who likes to be in control of all aspects of his life. However, once he meets Jo his well-ordered life is thrown into chaos and now it feels like nothing is in his command. 

Ms. Smith did it again and brought us another exciting adventure filled with Alien intrigue, dangerous battles, HOTT Alpha Males, (yes that's right, two T's), drama, suspense, comedy, and romance.

Another well thought out addition to the Kassis series that put me in the shoes of Jo.  This story was just as wonderful as the last two and I am in no way disappointed. 

Well Done S.E. Smith!

I rate this story Light Reading - You can finish this story in one sitting.

Rated 4/5 Stars

Star’s Storm Lords of Kassis, Book 2 By S.E. Smith

Star's Storm is book 2 in the Lord of Kassis series written by the lovely S.E. Smith. This book does include Adult content, so be warned. This book starts us off with the arrival of Storm and her sister's to the Kassis planet.

Jazin Ja Kel Coradon is the third son of the ruling House of Kassis and the story's love interest. I found him as a character to be less annoying then the first books love interest. The plot was well well thought out and well written I enjoyed this book greatly.

Alien abduction + Love and circus performers + Sex = A great story!

I rate this Light Reading - Can be finished in one sitting.

Rated: 4/5 Stars

Trickery Curse of the Gods, Book 1 By Jaymin Eve, Jane Washington

Trickery (Curse of the Gods #1) is an Alternate Reality about a young woman named Willa Knight. Willa is considered a dirt dweller, a non-magical being. In Minatsol, being a dweller means that you are literally no better than dirt. The other type of person in Minatsol is a Sol, as descendants of the creator, they have magical abilities. They also have the chance to one day become gods themselves. 

The only thing a dirt dweller can hope for is to be chosen to work for Sols at Blesswood Academy. Willa and her best friend are chosen to work at Blesswood, where Willa meets the Abcurse brothers.

By circumstances far beyond her control, Willa is targeted by the Gods. Together she and the Abcurses have to work together for survival. 

** This series is a Reverse Harem ** This series also has adult content, but not erotica. **

The Curse of the God series is one of my favorites and is now one of my top 5 favorites. It is a tale unlike any I have ever read. I could not stop laughing. it is rare that a book has equal drama, humor, and sexual intrigue throughout and be completely balanced. As of now, there are only 3 books released with the 4th coming soon. This series is expected to have 5 books in total. 

I would recommend this to everyone that likes Supernatural romances, and even to those that usually don't. - it was that enjoyable!

I rate this book: Obsession - Once you start you can’t stop. I recommend setting an alarm to let you know when to put it down.

Rated: 5/5 Stars