Quick Thought Review: Shadow Warrior by Debbie Cassidy (@amoscassidy)

Sometimes I read a book where I just don't have a lot to say about it. Hence the name quick thought reviews. This will be short and sweet.

Shadow Warrior

Author: Debbie Cassidy

Release Date: November 21, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

The Nightwatch Academy Book #3

ASIN:  B07X9HP9BV

Genre: UF/RH

Review Copy Source: Author

Once upon a time there was a woman who looked out for number one. That woman is dead.

The L word can hurt, but it can also heal. It revives shriveled up hearts and makes you do crazy things. I guess it times to embrace it. I guess its times to go crazy.

The Vampire Academy meets Game of Thrones in this kick-ass, supernatural academy, Urban Fantasy with a slow burn Why Choose Romance.

Book three and still going strong.

Indigo continues to change and grow with each installment of The Nightwatch Academy series. Her harem is doing the same. It is very slow burn, but growing and evolving at a steady pace. 

The ending....uggh. Why did it have to end there? When will book 4 be out?

I gave it  4/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Review: Give up the Ghost by Debbie Cassidy (@amoscassidy)

Give up the Ghost

Author: Debbie Cassidy

Release Date: November 19, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

The Nightwatch Book #2

ASIN:  B07YCCBXHZ

Genre: Urban Fantasy

Review Copy Source: Author

They say not to judge a book by its cover. It's what's on the inside that counts. But what if what's on the inside could get you killed?

The secret is out. Welcome to the spot between a rock and a hard place.
A kick ass Urban Fantasy Adventure filled with fey, demons, vampires, gargoyles and golems.

The characters continue to make this series a hit. Each one brings something a little different to the story.

This is an urban fantasy, but there is some romance brewing. I was a little shocked with how things evolved between Kat and Henri, but I can't reveal more then that. I want to learn more about the formarian in the basement.

The world building is strong. The Nightwatch world is shared with The Nightwatch Academy series so there is crossover and knowing both stories is definitely a plus.

Get ready for a cliffhanger, but lucky for you, knowing Debbie Cassidy, you won't have to wait too long to find out what will happen next.

I gave it 4/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Review: Nevermore by J.C. McKenzie (@JC_McKenzie)

Nevermore

Author:J.C. McKenzie

Release Date: November 25, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

Raven Crawford Book #2

ASIN:  B07ZDGY88J

Genre: Urban Fantasy

Review Copy Source: Author

Rundown waitress, part-time private investigator, and half-fae shifter, Raven Crawford, always gets the opposite of what she wants most. She works two jobs but can’t pay the bills. Her confrontation with Queen Lloth has unexpected and unfortunate consequences, and her love life is a hot mess.

With failure and disappointment honed to painful perfection, Raven’s life is riddled with complications, including her troublesome attraction to the lethal Lord of Shadows. When her latest case leads to a group hell-bent on destruction, she must decide who to trust. Will she choose wisely, or will she fail once again and become the next casualty in a war between the Mortal Realm and the Underworld?

Raven's snarky dialog and couldn't care less attitude continue to shine in book two of the Raven Crawford series.

One of my favorite things about this series has been the characters. Not only do I enjoy Raven and Cole, but her family shines through the pages too. I enjoy the relationship they share and the way they interact.


The relationship between Raven and Cole continues to grow in NEVERMORE. There is still a lot of back and forth between the two, but when they finally get on the same page great things happen. I also enjoyed seeing Raven's brother with Cole's sister. It kinda cracks me up, but they seem to work well together.

I didn't feel like NEVERMORE had as much going for it as book one. There was more storyline about everyday things than there was kicking butt.  Of course, when it was time to kick butt, Raven didn't disappoint. I especially enjoyed seeing her ex get what he deserved.

Although I thought Raven was more hot-mess, than bad-ass in NEVERMORE, I still enjoyed it and look forward to reading more.

I gave it 3.5/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Quick Thought Review: A Ghost of a Chance by Debbie Cassidy (@amoscassidy)

A Ghost of Chance

Author: Debbie Cassidy

Release Date: October 22, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

The Nightwatch Book #1

ASIN:  B07W7XDTGM

Genre: Urban Fantasy

Review Copy Source: Author

They say the dead don’t speak. That’s a lie. They speak to Kat Justice, but most of the time, she chooses not to hear them.


I’m a Nightwatch agent, a nightblood charged with enforcing the supernatural laws. Humans can’t know the shit that goes bump in the night is real. It’s sweaty, tough work, with crappy pay, but I love it.

Things would be perfect if not for my secret.

Pureblood Nightbloods can’t see or hear the dead. The fact that I can exposes my mixed breeding. I’m not meant to exist, and if the council find out about my secret it’s the executioners block for me.

Keeping a lid on my ghost whisperer ability is a must.

So, when my gramps orders me to head to the arse end of nowhere, a nowhere that just happens to be the most haunted place on the bloody map, I’m a little confused.

This transfer doesn’t jive with trying to keep the ghost chat to a minimum.

But with my golem partner and gargoyle companion in tow, I’m sure I can figure out why I’ve been sent to this weird coastal town. I mean, they even have a ghost bar.

You’d think the local souls would be eager to chew my ear off, right? Wrong.

For the first time in forever, the dead aren’t talking.

Now I need to know why...

A kick ass Urban Fantasy Adventure filled with fey, demons, vampires, gargoyles and golems.

I enjoyed the characters, I enjoyed the world and I enjoyed the plot of A GHOST OF A CHANCE.

The characters are my favorite part of this series so far. I want to know more about each and every one of them.

The plot was mysterious and full of suspense. Everything happened at a great pace. There is so much more we need to know about the world and the team, but I am interested in learning all the secrets there are to reveal.

I look forward to GIVE UP THE GHOST.

I gave it 4/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Review: Conspiracy of Ravens by J.C. McKenzie (@JC_McKenzie)

Conspiracy of Ravens

Author: J.C. Mckenzie

Release Date: October 21, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

Raven Crawford Book #1

ASIN: 9780765328083

Genre: Urban Fantasy

Review Copy Source: Author

Raven Crawford knows better than to venture into the seductive world of the dark fae or agree to any of their salacious promises. She plans to pay off her debts so she can get on with her life and stay far away from the denizens of the Underworld.

Unfortunately, her numbskull twin steals from the most tempting and lethal fae of them all. Now, Raven must help the Lord of Shadows get back what her idiot brother stole. Her only weapons? Just a little ingenuity and a whole lot of snark. It’s suicide for sure, but she’ll do anything to protect her twin.

Raven is my kind of people. Half hot-mess, half bad-ass, all awesome.

Not only did I enjoy Raven, but I enjoyed her family. They have a great relationship and I loved getting to know them.

I loved the chemistry between Raven and Cole. I enjoyed the way they interacted and the way they worked together. There was a lot of fighting feelings on Raven's side. I loved the way Cole handled it and the overall progression.

I can't really get into the plot as it would give away spoilers. I will say that the story was had plenty of humor, action and mystery rolled up in a nice paced story.

I enjoyed the storyline and I enjoyed the characters. I will definitely be reading more.

I gave it 4/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Review: Shadow Weaver by Debbie Cassidy (@amoscassidy)

Shadow Weaver

Author: Debbie Cassidy

Release Date: October 10, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

The Nightwatch Academy Book #2

ASIN:  B07VK9WY19

Genre: Fantasy RH

Review Copy Source: Author

They say, there’s no rest for the wicked. In that case I must be pure evil.

When Hyde said the cadets would be getting Fast Tracked, he wasn’t joking.

It’s hard staying on top of the shadow cadet duties, but I’m not one to shy from a challenge. However, just when I think I’ve got a hold on my abilities and found my niche at the Academy, the principal throws a curveball my way.

Suddenly I’m drowning in painful revelations and more tasks. The one person I want to run to turns his back on me, and comfort comes from an unexpected source.

But the equilibrium is short lived because the silence of the mist is about to be shattered, and when it does, no one is safe.

It’s our job to protect the Academy grounds, but when danger rides the sky, who in the hell is going to save us?

The Vampire Academy meets Game of Thrones in this kick-ass, supernatural academy, Urban Fantasy with a slow burn Why Choose Romance.

Action, suspense, twists, turns and a little bit of romance are all part of the second book in The Nightwatch Academy series by Debbie Cassidy.

I continue to really enjoy the world that the series is set in.  Debbie has done a great job bringing it to life with her words and I look forward to seeing what she incorporates into the story next.

The romance is slow burn, but I am enjoying the development between Indigo and her men. Very interested in seeing who she adds to her harem next as I am not 100% sure who it will be.

I always enjoy the first book in a new series by Debbie Cassidy, but it has been a little bit since I have thought that the second book in the series lived up to the first. SHADOW WEAVER was just as exciting and enjoyable to me as SHADOW CASTER was and that gives me great hopes that the rest of the series will keep me entertained as well.

I gave it 4/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Review: Sharpest Sting by Jennifer Estep (@ Jennifer_Estep )

Sharpest Sting

Author: Jennifer Estep

Release Date: October 8, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

Elemental Assassin Book #18

ASIN:  B07VZ8L7F7  

Genre: Urban Fantasy

Review Copy Source: Author

The truth won’t set me free—but it will probably get me killed ...

As Gin Blanco, aka the assassin the Spider, I’m used to having a target on my back. But ever since I started investigating the secret society known as the Circle, that target seems bigger than ever.

Still, I’m trying to relax and enjoy the events leading up to my friends’ wedding when I learn that an old enemy has returned to Ashland. And that’s the just beginning of my latest nightmare. Soon, I have Circle goons watching my every move, but I have no choice but to continue searching for a key piece of evidence against the evil group.

The deeper I dig, the more horrifying secrets I uncover, and the more dangerous things become for me and my friends. Just when I think I finally have a handle on things, a shocking revelation shatters my heart and leaves me with an ugly realization—that betrayal is the sharpest sting of all ... 

Plenty of action and suspense. Lots of danger and deceit. I don't see myself ever getting sick of Gin Blanco.

It's getting really hard to review these books after 18 have come and gone. I don't want to give away any spoilers and I also don't want to continue to say the same things I have said in the past (ie: I love Gin, I love her friends, I love the world, etc).

SHARPEST STING continues the Circle storyline. We get some pretty big revelations and we finally get to meet the uncle. I knew he was evil because of the things that have been revealed in past books, but I was still really shocked by the level of evil that came out of him. A new character is introduced and he stirs some things up on multiple fronts. Some good, some bad.

I don't know why, but I still really want to see Gin and Owen get married and have babies and fight to keep them safe. I can't imagine getting sick of Gin and her friends. Bring me more.

I gave it 4/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Review: Survivor by Debbie Cassidy (@amoscassidy)

Survivor

Author: Debbie Cassidy

Release Date: November 19, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

Survivors Heart Book #3

ASIN:  B07VFCB1V5

Genre: RH Sci-Fi

Review Copy Source: Author

Freedom comes at a price. I just hope it isn’t too high.
We've run, but how long can we evade. Our pursuers aren't going to quit. The only option is to put distance between us and them. No easy task without a ship.

Stuck on a space port, the guys and I need to figure out a way to raise enough credits to buy a ride.

It’s only a matter of time before the Athion government or our Trad pursuers find us. And if they do, there will be nowhere to run.

Time to get creative.

Time to use the skills I was forced to cultivate.

Time to fight.

A Sci fi adventure with a Whychoose romance and part of the Planet Athion world.

I have very mixed feelings about this series.

On one hand, I really enjoy the plot line as a whole. I think it's unique, and I enjoy watching the characters get out of each situation they find themselves in. Then on the other hand, the books are too short and I always feel like situations needs more information to make them whole. It feels like we get the bare minimum and I WANT more information or story development to happen.

SURVIVOR had so much going for it. Lots of action, sexy time when it made sense, and a nice amount of danger. What it lacked was a well rounded ending. I felt like it was again the bare minimum to end out the series. I wanted more out of the major showdown to end Marick and his obsession with Rogue. I really like the pirate aspect of the storyline, but I don't feel like it was ended, I feel like Cassidy put a pin in it. Rogue and her men DID seem to get there HEA, but I really wanted more of the story that got them there.

I enjoyed the overall story of Rogue and her men. I would read it again, but I wish we had gotten more.

I gave it 3/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Quick Thought Review: Shadow Caster by Debbie Cassidy (@amoscassidy)

Sometimes I read a book where I just don't have a lot to say about it. Hence the name quick thought reviews. This will be short and sweet.

Shadow Caster

Author: Debbie Cassidy

Release Date: September 10, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

The Nightwatch Academy Book #1

ASIN: B07T2F6C64

Genre: Fantasy Reverse Harem

Review Copy Source: Author

Murdering humans is a huge no-no and comes with an off-with-your-head sentence. Doesn’t matter if you don’t remember doing the crime.

I killed a human, and no, it wasn’t on purpose, but that shit doesn’t matter to the council. I’m facing death. So, when I’m offered a deal to avoid execution, I’d be a fool not to take it, even if it means leaving the human world and urban life behind to enroll in the Nightwatch Academy – a gothic monstrosity hidden from human eyes, located way too close to the largest tear in the fabric of our reality.

It would be fun if I had any inclination of becoming a member of the Watch or supporting the shadow knights at keeping the Formorian threat at bay. But heck, the monsters beyond the mist aren’t my problem. I have personal demons to deal with.

Once I’m out, the Watch can shove it.But one sip from the ceremonial goblet and my plans to coast are out of the window as my powers spark to life.

I’m an anomaly, one the Watch won’t be letting walk any time soon.My only comfort is a man who prides himself on his ability to harness pain. Battle scarred and formidable, he’s my tutor, my mentor, and the object of some super saucy dreams. He’s completely off limits and my only hope of surviving my first test.

I’ll need to harness my powers fast.

There can be no distractions.But when my fellow cadets start going missing then returning with no memory of who they used to be and my best friend is taken, turning a blind eye is no longer an option.

Allies are limited when you’re a freak. Luckily, I don’t need a cheer squad to get shit done.  Whoever is responsible better watch out. I’m coming for them, and I’ll be bringing the pain.

The Vampire Academy meets Game of Thrones in this kick-ass, supernatural academy, Urban Fantasy Romance. 

Great plot, great world, great characters.

Indigo was kick-ass from the start so I wasn't surprised with how well she fit into her new role at Nightwatch Academy. Debbie is queen of the slow burn, slow reveal of her harem, so I am not positive on all those that will be included, but we do have some hints already with who will be Indigo's love interests. I enjoyed the world and the hints of what will come next.

There was a lot of action, some mystery and a smidgen of sexual tension involved in SHADOW CASTER.  I will definitely be reading more.

I gave it 4/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Quick Thought Review: Wishful Thinking by Helen Harper (@HarperFire)

Sometimes I read a book where I just don't have a lot to say about it. Hence the name quick thought reviews. This will be short and sweet.

Wishful Thinking

Author: Helen Harper

Release Date: August 26, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

How To Be The Best Damn Faery 

Godmother In The World
(Or Die Trying) 

Book #1

ASIN:  B07TKYBNDJ

Genre: Urban Fantasy

Review Copy Source: NetGalley

Muddled magic. Missing faeries. She’s having one spell of a day at work…

Saffron Sawyer aspires to rise from the magical world’s bottom rung. But when her wish to join the renowned Office of Faery Godmothers is granted, bullies make her first day on the job unbearable. And to add to her misery, she discovers that someone is abducting her coworkers one-by-one.

Desperate to prevent another kidnapping, she scrambles to piece together the clues. After teaming up with the handsome and powerful Devil’s Advocate, she uncovers a strange connection between the disappearances and her lowly former gig. But when Saffron learns her promotion was only a ploy, she vows to ruin the devious plan.

Can Saffron muster enough magic to trap the villain before she’s sacked or stolen?

Wishful Thinking is the first book in the refreshingly original How To Be The Best Damn Faery Godmother in the World (or Die Trying) urban fantasy series. If you like determined heroines, enchanting spins on old tales, and clever twists and turns, then you’ll love Helen Harper’s captivating story.

Buy Wishful Thinking to watch a spunky sprite strut her stuff!

I can't say that WISHFUL THINKING was an indepth, all encompassing story, but it was fun, fast paced, and had some mystery woven in.

I enjoyed getting to know Saffron. She's smart, a bit quirky, and has a strong sense of loyalty to others, even towards those that want to see her fail.

There isn't any romance in WISHFUL THINKING, but there is the start of a romance and I enjoyed witnessing the connection and partnership between Saffron and her love interest.

I was entertained with WISHFUL THINKING and will keep an eye out for future books.

I gave it 3.5/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Review: Rebel by Debbie Cassidy (@amoscassidy)

Rebel

Author: Debbie Cassidy

Release Date: Aug 13, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

Survivor's Heart Book #2,  

Planet Athion Book #14

ASIN:  B07SPTGKSQ

Genre: RH Sci Fi

Review Copy Source: Author

When death stalks the night, the only way to survive is to become the hunter...
Things aren’t what they seem with the guys. But when lies threaten to pull us apart, fate decides to test us...
Stranded on a strange planet on unfamiliar terrain, there’s no choice but to work together. No choice but to trust in one another. No choice but to give in to passion!
But we’re not alone, because something lurks in the dark. Something ancient and hungry...
The lights are about to go out...
Don’t make a sound...

A Sci fi adventure with a Why Choose Romance and part of the Planet Athion world.

I enjoyed REBEL a bit more than ROGUE. In Rogue, I felt like I was missing something as I had not read anything in the Planet Athion world and I felt like we could have used more information. REBEL felt like it was part of it's own world.

The characters are all interesting so far. They all have their issues and struggles which make them more likable to me. The harem gets some traction in REBEL. It seems this harem is moving along faster than some of Debbie's other series, so if you like a little bit of a faster burn you are in luck.

The books in the Survivor's Heart series are very short and move at a fast pace. Things happen quickly with not a whole lot of build up or detail. I didn't feel the lack of detail as much in REBEL which was nice, but I still feel like we would benefit from just a little bit more. I'm still enjoying the storyline and I will continue to read this series. 

I gave it 3.5/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Quick Thought Review: Dead End by Debbie Cassidy (@amoscassidy)

Sometimes I read a book where I just don't have a lot to say about it. Hence the name quick thought reviews. This will be short and sweet.

Dead End

Author: Debbie Cassidy

Release Date: August 6, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

Chronicles of Deadworld Book #4

ASIN:  B07SKCDHBS

Genre: Fantasy RH

Review Copy Source: Author

When death starts taking liberties, it’s time to fight back.

The council’s word means nothing to me. Their refusal to open their eyes no longer matters. I have a job to do and no one will get in my way.

Lie, cheat, deceive, I’ll do what it takes to save the people I love, and avenge the ones I’ve lost. I won’t be doing it alone. My guys are with me; by my side every step of the way.

No more excuses.

No more waiting.

We have a window to bring Genesis down. One shot. And I’m going to take it.

To heal a broken sword, you’ll have to forge it in fire. Bring on the flames.

A Post-Apocalyptic Urban Fantasy World with a slow blurn Whychoose Romance

Although short, each book in this series has been quickly paced and full of action.

I enjoyed the characters and storyline of this series. DEAD END ends things and leaves us content with the series ending. The harem is full of different men that work well together, but the romance isn't a main part of the storyline.

Why not a full 4 or 5 stars? There was something throughout the series that I had issues with and mentioned in previous reviews. It bothered me that it was never taken care of and I couldn't help think about it in each book when it wasn't resolved. DEAD END does address it a bit which was nice, but it still felt like an afterthought.

If you enjoy Cassidy's previous books, I would definitely give this series a shot.

I gave it 3.5/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Review: Dead Sea by Debbie Cassidy (@amoscassidy)

Dead Sea

Author: Debbie Cassidy

Release Date: July 2, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

Chronicles of Dead World Book #3

ASIN:  B07QDK9YXS

Genre: Reverse Harem

Paranormal

Review Copy Source: Author

When war knocks on the door, burying your head in the sand won’t make it leave.

Death called and I answered. Now Genesis is coming for us. But with the council making every excuse not to listen to my warnings, there’s no other option but to plot behind their backs.

Time is limited.

The sea kingdom awaits, and the sea king isn’t the kind of man to accept a rain check. It means the guys and I will need to hold fire on our plan to pinpoint Genesis’s location.

Let’s just hope that the shit stays away from the fan until my return… Let’s hope it doesn’t follow me.

A Post-Apocalyptic Urban fantasy world with a slow burn Whychoose Romance

DEAD SEA felt like it flew by. Everything happened at a fast pace with a lot of action.

As the hive continues it's downhill slide, Echo is sent to the sea kingdom. I really enjoyed the world development of the sea kingdom. I could visualize as the story progressed and it made it that much more enjoyable to read about it.

The harem seems to be moving along. As for the addition to the harem, I'm not sure about it yet. He seems like a nice guy, but I wish we could have learned more about him and got to know him better before he was thrown into the mix of men. The way he was added works in his favor though.

DEAD SEA wasn't my favorite of the series. Some of the events that took place didn't feel like they were leading anywhere. I am hoping book four clears that up for me.

I gave it 3/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Review: A Fierce Princess by S.E. Rose (@seroseauthor)

A Fierce Princess

Author: SE Rose

Release Date: May 24, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

The Poisoned Pawn Duet Book #1

ASIN:  B07R38RY6M  

Genre: Romance, Fantasy

Review Copy Source: NetGalley

One Princess. Two Lives. And a sinister secret that will change her world forever.

Princesses are supposed to be polite and poised. Princesses are supposed to put duty before self. Princesses are not supposed to live double lives.

Princess Susanna’s search to find her mother’s cherished crown that went missing the day she was killed is about to lead her on a quest to stop an assassin from killing a man. Only this isn’t any man, this man is a prince, a prince that has no idea that he’s royalty.

What happens when a princess attempts to save a prince? Can she keep him alive? Can she keep herself from falling for him?

I picked up A FIERCE PRINCESS on Netgalley because it sounded interesting and had the Sci Fi and Fantasy tag. I enjoyed it, but there wasn't any sci fi or fantasy to be seen.  It does read a little like a fairytale, so maybe that's it?

I honestly don't know what I feel about A FIERCE PRINCESS. I read it, and enjoyed it, but when I look back I can see that it was just one of those reads I read because it was on my review list. If I would have purchased it, I might have been disappointed.

So, what I liked:
- I loved that Susanna was a princess with a secret hacker side. She was likable and I had no problem being in her head.
- The author did a good job portraying the emotions behind the death of Susanna's mother.
- Susanna's brothers were a nice addition to the story.

What I didn't like:
- Susanna thought she was some secret agent that could save someone from an assassin with no information to back that up. I mean, if she was some bad-ass that fights crime in her free time instead of a hacker I could see it. It just seemed really weird that she thought she was going to save him on a whim.
- The insta-romance was just ok. I didn't feel like we got to know Logan and I didn't feel like there was any development to make it more real. It just was with no real lead up.
- We get a bit of a slow start, then lots of stuff happening at once. No in between.

A FIERCE PRINCESS ends quite abruptly with a cliffhanger. I would love to say that I HAVE to read the next book, but besides wanting to know a little about what happens next, It's not going to be a must read for me. 

I gave it 3/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Review: Rogue by Debbie Cassidy (@amoscassidy)

Rogue

Author: Debbie Cassidy

Release Date: July 8, 2019

Publisher: Self-Published

Survivors Heart Book #1
Planet Athion #?

ASIN:  B07QR7PYW7

Genre: Science Fiction

Reverse Harem

Review Copy Source: Author

Each Victory is another day I get to continue breathing.  Each Victory is a reprieve from Death.

Ever since I was betrayed and taken from my home planet, ever since they pumped me with poison and abandoned me on this asteroid to fight or die, I’ve been surviving.

But I’m not alone.

There are others with me, alien to me, just as I am to them. Separated into Houses we fight as a team on the blood-soaked sands while the elite watch.

Each day is about survival until him.

An outsider, he brings death, but he might also be our salvation.

There can be no us and them. There can be no prejudice. There can only be the team, because together we are stronger.

A Sci fi adventure with a Whychoose romance and part of the Planet Athion world.

I had no clue that ROGUE was part of an ongoing multi-author series before reading it and starting this review.  I'm not really sure how I missed this fact, but I feel like you can read this book without knowing the world and species that live in it.

I would have liked some more backstory. I didn't feel like we knew enough about the world or the characters and I didn't feel like we got enough information about the characters and species of the world while in the story. Then again. If I would have read the series from the beginning, I would know these things, so I won't fault the story for those points.

I DO feel like I would have benefited from knowing more about the characters in Debbie Cassidy's story. We do learn some things about them, but I think the length of the book really made it hard to get to know them. I didn't feel like I could totally connect with Rogue because I didn't feel like I got to know who she was. I know she's bad-ass, but that was about it.

I felt it ended way to soon. I was just getting really into the story when it ended. The ending felt abrupt and jolted me out of the flow of the story. Having said that, I was really into the story when it ended and want to know what will happen next after a few bombshells were revealed.

I gave it 3/5 stars

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review