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A woman without love.
A man without answers.
An Oracle that could kill them both.
Raven thought her lonely life as a hardened transport pilot was good enough until she met Mikael, an archaeologist who'd never been off-planet before. After discovering an ancient Oracle left by a mysterious race, their lives become forfeit.
Now they are on the run, falling in love, and trying to unlock the secrets of the gods themselves. As they bounce from planet to planet, searching for answers, death is only one step behind and getting closer.
A man without answers.
An Oracle that could kill them both.
Raven thought her lonely life as a hardened transport pilot was good enough until she met Mikael, an archaeologist who'd never been off-planet before. After discovering an ancient Oracle left by a mysterious race, their lives become forfeit.
Now they are on the run, falling in love, and trying to unlock the secrets of the gods themselves. As they bounce from planet to planet, searching for answers, death is only one step behind and getting closer.
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First published November 30, 2011
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Laura Eno
34 books93 followersLaura Eno lives in Florida with three skulking cats and two absurdly happy dogs. After spending years immersed in college but never figuring out what she wanted to be when she grew up, she now writes novels late at night with the help of muses from the underworld. And, no, she still hasn't grown up but that's okay. Please visit her strange imagination at Laura Eno and follow her on Twitter at lauraeno
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March 6, 2013
One day space travel might be as simple as guiding a stranger across the plains in the days of wagon trains. Whole planets might guard themselves with secret faith. And a girl called Raven might agree to transport a scientist away from the land where an Oracle dwells.
There’s a wonderful robot, the glorious blackness of space, and a pleasingly authentic feel to Raven’s spaceship. But Raven’s been keeping her heart in check and friend Ben has longed for a plan to set her free.
Revelations, spiritual, natural and informational, come with perfect timing in Laura Eno’s short novella. New characters spring to life on the page. Action, adventure, suspicion, excitement and more make this look like the start of a series well worth following, with hints of Firefly in its distant future and dreams. Highly recommended.
Disclosure: I was lucky enough to find a free copy; sadly it took me a while to find free time to read it.
There’s a wonderful robot, the glorious blackness of space, and a pleasingly authentic feel to Raven’s spaceship. But Raven’s been keeping her heart in check and friend Ben has longed for a plan to set her free.
Revelations, spiritual, natural and informational, come with perfect timing in Laura Eno’s short novella. New characters spring to life on the page. Action, adventure, suspicion, excitement and more make this look like the start of a series well worth following, with hints of Firefly in its distant future and dreams. Highly recommended.
Disclosure: I was lucky enough to find a free copy; sadly it took me a while to find free time to read it.
January 27, 2013
As a romance, this is not my usual reading, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. In the main this was because of Eno's excellent characterization. Every character was extremely well written, each with their skeletons, history, fears and dreams. I really cared about them and their interactions.
The backdrop was well done, set upon a variety of planets, with an excellent archaeological mystery carrying the book forward. Just what is the Oracle and why are its artifacts found on several planets? I would have preferred more detail and tech aboard their transport spaceship, but what Eno describes is fine for the purpose of the book - it isn't about the ship. It all had a Firefly vibe to it, which was great for a Browncoat like me. :)
Clean writing, great characters, a plot that makes you read on and no dull moments. You can't go wrong with this book, especially if you want a sci-fi romance.
The backdrop was well done, set upon a variety of planets, with an excellent archaeological mystery carrying the book forward. Just what is the Oracle and why are its artifacts found on several planets? I would have preferred more detail and tech aboard their transport spaceship, but what Eno describes is fine for the purpose of the book - it isn't about the ship. It all had a Firefly vibe to it, which was great for a Browncoat like me. :)
Clean writing, great characters, a plot that makes you read on and no dull moments. You can't go wrong with this book, especially if you want a sci-fi romance.
June 20, 2012
I enjoy reading and commenting upon Laura Eno’s blog. So when she announced that on June 27, 2012, she’d launch Wraith, the second book in her series “The Carriena Oracles,” I decided I’d read the first book, Raven.
Because it’s billed as a “romantic space opera,” I’d ordinarily reject it out of hand. Still, why be so narrow? And if Laura wrote it, why shouldn’t I give it a chance?
So I did—and I’m damned glad I did.
Three thousand years in the future, Raven owns and pilots a spaceship, with the able assistance of her co-pilot Ben, an android she’s bought. How she came to own a spaceship and an expensive android is part of a heart-breaking back-story I won’t reveal in this review. In any event, she and Ben, perhaps the most intriguing character in this series, are mostly alone in space.
Then she picks up a paying customer, Mikael, from an archaic world, Algora. This is his first time in space. He’s looking for stone Oracles like the one on Algora. Many Algorans consider their Oracle a god. But if, as it seems, there are other Oracles on other worlds, what then? Mikael’s quest is to discover what Oracles are. That would be mine, as well.
Mikael is also physically attractive. Ah, perfection—brains and brawn in the same man. What’s Raven, the smart and commanding loner guiding her spaceship with Ben, to do? Hah, what would I do?
I fell in love with Raven, Mikael, Ben, and the other three quirky passengers they pick up along the way. This is a story with sympathetic characters willing to fight to death to know the truth in their universe.
Laura, you took me in. You seduced me.
I anticipate Wraith with open arms and mind.
Because it’s billed as a “romantic space opera,” I’d ordinarily reject it out of hand. Still, why be so narrow? And if Laura wrote it, why shouldn’t I give it a chance?
So I did—and I’m damned glad I did.
Three thousand years in the future, Raven owns and pilots a spaceship, with the able assistance of her co-pilot Ben, an android she’s bought. How she came to own a spaceship and an expensive android is part of a heart-breaking back-story I won’t reveal in this review. In any event, she and Ben, perhaps the most intriguing character in this series, are mostly alone in space.
Then she picks up a paying customer, Mikael, from an archaic world, Algora. This is his first time in space. He’s looking for stone Oracles like the one on Algora. Many Algorans consider their Oracle a god. But if, as it seems, there are other Oracles on other worlds, what then? Mikael’s quest is to discover what Oracles are. That would be mine, as well.
Mikael is also physically attractive. Ah, perfection—brains and brawn in the same man. What’s Raven, the smart and commanding loner guiding her spaceship with Ben, to do? Hah, what would I do?
I fell in love with Raven, Mikael, Ben, and the other three quirky passengers they pick up along the way. This is a story with sympathetic characters willing to fight to death to know the truth in their universe.
Laura, you took me in. You seduced me.
I anticipate Wraith with open arms and mind.
February 5, 2012
Raven by Laura Eno is a sci-fi book (or, as Eno calls it on her blog – a Sci/Fi Space Opera). (I’m reading more and more science fiction lately – and liking it.) Raven is the captain of her own spaceship. She even has an implant that hooks her up to the ship’s navigational system. Other than her co-pilot, Ben, she’s pretty much a loner. That’s about to change though. She’s picking up a client, Mikael, for transport. She thinks it’ll be an easy job. But Mikael comes with a bit of baggage, and I don’t mean suitcases. ‘Course, Raven has her own past – at 19 she was sold at auction to be a breeder.
The three of them join forces to find the Oracles. They’re not the only ones looking, though.
Eno keeps the action going with enough pauses to let you catch your breath and for Raven and Mikael to develop their relationship.
All three of these main characters are interesting. I liked Raven because she’s something of a loner who realizes she needs to connect with someone. And she’s a strong person. Mikael is the person through whose eyes you get to see the ship and the empty space they travel through. Ben is interesting because he’s not human and may be the key to finding the Oracles.
The story moves quickly with action and questions. Raven and Mikael are attracted to each other, so there’s a bit of a love story included.
This is not the first book I’ve read by Laura Eno – and she hasn’t let me down yet.
I give Raven a rating of Hel-of-a-Story.
The three of them join forces to find the Oracles. They’re not the only ones looking, though.
Eno keeps the action going with enough pauses to let you catch your breath and for Raven and Mikael to develop their relationship.
All three of these main characters are interesting. I liked Raven because she’s something of a loner who realizes she needs to connect with someone. And she’s a strong person. Mikael is the person through whose eyes you get to see the ship and the empty space they travel through. Ben is interesting because he’s not human and may be the key to finding the Oracles.
The story moves quickly with action and questions. Raven and Mikael are attracted to each other, so there’s a bit of a love story included.
This is not the first book I’ve read by Laura Eno – and she hasn’t let me down yet.
I give Raven a rating of Hel-of-a-Story.
March 8, 2012
I don't have complaints really about this book. It was a nice, fast read that I enjoyed. I did think the romance was a little rushed, or maybe under detailed a bit, but I still was rooting for Mikael and Raven throughout the story. Oh, and I absolutely fell in love with Ben - an android. He is definitely one of my favorites.
The idea of the Oracles, reminded me of the Stargate TV show (one of my favorites). Mrs. Eno has an interesting twist making her story unique - and very interesting for sure. I can't wait to read more of the series to learn more about them and their purpose.
A fast story with tension and action but not overwhelmed by it to keep me so wired up after that I can't sleep. There were nice pauses to let the reader catch their breath and calm their breathing before moving on to the next tension filled scene.
I haven't read a romance book in a little while and was glad I got the chance to read this one. I don't know how else to say it - I just really enjoyed the story and can't wait for the next book to come out. It was a great way to spend my evening, no doubt. It put a smile on face for sure.
The idea of the Oracles, reminded me of the Stargate TV show (one of my favorites). Mrs. Eno has an interesting twist making her story unique - and very interesting for sure. I can't wait to read more of the series to learn more about them and their purpose.
A fast story with tension and action but not overwhelmed by it to keep me so wired up after that I can't sleep. There were nice pauses to let the reader catch their breath and calm their breathing before moving on to the next tension filled scene.
I haven't read a romance book in a little while and was glad I got the chance to read this one. I don't know how else to say it - I just really enjoyed the story and can't wait for the next book to come out. It was a great way to spend my evening, no doubt. It put a smile on face for sure.
April 29, 2012
This is a sweet SFR with an emotionally scarred young woman who manages to open her heart to a caring man. While she has been the victim of some traumatic events, she is pretty self-aware, and has an android confidante and friend. He is more idealistic, but is also nonjudgmental, as well as patient and kind. There is a mystery that develops, which is not resolved in this book. Yet, the characters are quite likable, for the most part, and they come together well. The only scene that really rubbed me the wrong way was when Raven sniffs the water on a strange planet and determines it must be safe. Otherwise, the sci-fi nature of the book is more in the fact that there is space travel, different planets with different cultures and laws, intelligent androids, and ancient civilizations. The author was wise not to go too deeply into the scientific nature of the world she created, glossing over details so they don't draw the reader out of the story.
September 17, 2012
Raven ‒ Book One of the Carriena Oracles
Raven plies her trade, ferrying cargo, people, whatever between the stars. She captains her own ship, and there are snatches of how she came to own it skillfully woven throughout the story.
Her partner is an android, Ben, to whom we (and Raven) discover there is far more than meets the eye.
On what should have been a simple fetch and carry job, Raven finds herself on the run, transported across space without benefit of a ship and acquires the makings of a family as this part of the story plays out.
And along the way Raven and Mikael develop a deep attraction to one another and enough mysteries to fill several books in this series.
Laura Eno deftly paints in the world behind these characters. One I expect to continue exploring in the second book, Wraith.
Raven plies her trade, ferrying cargo, people, whatever between the stars. She captains her own ship, and there are snatches of how she came to own it skillfully woven throughout the story.
Her partner is an android, Ben, to whom we (and Raven) discover there is far more than meets the eye.
On what should have been a simple fetch and carry job, Raven finds herself on the run, transported across space without benefit of a ship and acquires the makings of a family as this part of the story plays out.
And along the way Raven and Mikael develop a deep attraction to one another and enough mysteries to fill several books in this series.
Laura Eno deftly paints in the world behind these characters. One I expect to continue exploring in the second book, Wraith.
August 15, 2012
This is really about 3.5 stars for me, so I rounded up.
I enjoy Laura Eno's writing. Her stories are imaginative and fresh. Raven and Mikael are enjoyable characters who are finding their way in universe. They both have good hearts and try to do what's right.
The romance between Raven and Mikael is light and sweet and the mystery of the oracles puts a little tension in the storyline.
Overall, a good book and I'll definitely read the others in the series as they become available.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
I enjoy Laura Eno's writing. Her stories are imaginative and fresh. Raven and Mikael are enjoyable characters who are finding their way in universe. They both have good hearts and try to do what's right.
The romance between Raven and Mikael is light and sweet and the mystery of the oracles puts a little tension in the storyline.
Overall, a good book and I'll definitely read the others in the series as they become available.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
November 8, 2013
Laura Eno sure can write and she proves it yet again with Raven, the first book in her terrific Carriena Oracles series. She takes romance and sci fi and mixes it with a good dose of excellent, fast-paced writing and comes up with a genuine page-turner. I flew through this book in a single afternoon. Raven isn't a perfect woman, not by any stretch, which makes her more appealing than most heroines. Her side-kick is a hoot and her love interest has real sex appeal. The action is hot and the plot sizzles. All in all, this one's a keeper.
June 28, 2012
i loved it. captivating right from the start.
the ending wasd a bit bla but it must be like that to give the second one an attachment to thefirst.
can't wait to read Wraith!
the ending wasd a bit bla but it must be like that to give the second one an attachment to thefirst.
can't wait to read Wraith!
December 4, 2012
I'm curious to see where this series goes. Lots of intrigue and action in outer space. A very fun read.
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