In Book 3 of the series The Two Moons of Rehnor, Senya and Katie have settled into a somewhat normal life. It does not last long though as Senya is plagued by a strange and debilitating blood condition brought on by the task he has been sent to Rozari to complete. In a moment of weakness, he is captured by his nemesis and uncle, Prince Akan. Commander Katie and the crew of the Starship Discovery fight to save him, eliminating Akan as a threat, and leaving Senya’s path to the throne clear. Now Katie must learn to live within the restricted rules of the Rehnorian Court or escape back to the stars for her last chance of freedom. There is other evil in the galaxy though and for their own safety, neither Senya nor Katie may have a choice.
Naomi lives in the north Olympic Peninsula and is mom to 3 and a Pomeranian. She has always been a fan of historical fiction, fantasy and science fiction and is known for having waited in line for seven hours for the opening of both the original Star Wars and Star Trek films.
Having been an accountant for more than twenty-five years, Naomi is now turning her attention full time to continuing The Two Moons of Rehnor series and the Time Tripping Adventure series as dreaming of fictional people is far more interesting than reconciling ledgers.
This is one of the most compelling series I have ever read. Interestingly written from each characters own perspective. Sci-fi mixed with romance and a massive amount of action. Something for absolutely everyone!
Senya still can't catch a break but at least this time he's fighting back. Katie has misunderstood him yet again but Senya is coming through, fighting back and going to win his woman. (We hope!)
I am now desperate for him to leap up and kick butt big time. All that power held in check cannot possibly be good for him!
I love this series! I have the box set of the first three parts but wanted to review this one separately.
Senya is such a fascinating yet sad character, always misunderstood with so many people wanting to hurt him. He is intriguing and mysterious, and it's fascinating to see him evolve.
Katie is a mess, but a strong and independent woman - the only one suitable for Senya. Some great dialogue between them...add Thad and Berken to the mix and it's so funny.
The rest of the cast play their parts perfectly so that the story develops through many eyes.
Extremely well written (despite the typos) and certainly one of the best and compelling sagas I have ever read. Unique and different - brilliant!
Of course, I have #4, though it would have been good to have further box sets.
I became hooked on J. Naomi Ay’s epic fantasy series after reading Thad’s Mistake, and she never disappoints. In Of Blood and Angels, we find our hero, Senya, both literally and figuratively, fighting demons. Senya’s godlike qualities, which he only began to understand in My Enemy’s Son, have manifested, and his understanding of how to use those powers has blossomed, like the nuclear wasted planet Rozari, which he fertilizes with his own blood. Senya’s blood brings life, and unless he spills it repeatedly and often, he suffers physical symptoms that threaten not only his life, but the lives of those around him.
We saw Senya marry Katie Golden in My Enemy’s Son, and witnesses the strain Senya’s royal heritage brought to the marriage. Now, somewhat reconciled to the fact of Senya’s imperial obligations, Katie becomes pregnant. During her pregnancy, fears of their child’s possible ascension to the throne and Senya’s increasing indifference, causes Katie to run away from Rozari. She is offered a promotion to Captain of a starship and stays on the ship until her child is born, thus preventing them from ever being a monarch of Rehnor.
Of Blood and Angels is a fitting continuation of a great series. We learn more about whom Senya is and why he must do what he must do. I have recommended this series before, but after reading Of Blood and Angels, I say go get The Boy who Lit up the Sky today and get started on this truly larger-than-life series.
Review: This book wasn't as fast-paced as the last (by which I mean I was actually able to put it down, haha), but had a lot more action and conflict. And frenetic build-up! There was also a lot more explanation on the "how" (and maybe why) of Senya.
I think my comment for this book would be that the Spaceforce military is a lot less formal than the military is in the present-day timeline! Also, I don't remember Jerry being so exhausting the last read-through, but I am holding out because I vaguely recall where he ends up and he's not really a bad guy. Good intentions and all that.
Sidenote: If for whatever reason you had downloaded these a year or so ago from Amazon, go back and push the updates through. My biggest issue with the series was the typos, and they're pretty much gone. No distractions, which means you can focus entirely on the story without breaking the immersion. :)
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First Read: 20 Feb 2013 Rating: 4/5
Review: Typos are getting a bit worse, but still mostly ignorable.
This book catches up on the sense of adventure once again however I really feel sorry for both senya and Katie, senya seems to be unable to act in certain ways either to protect Katie or cause of his obligations but on the other hand the way he acts, so aloof from Katie particularly whilst she is pregnant is really hurtful!! coming into his own as king of all the planets is taking its toll on his health and also on their relationship!!