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Star Tracers #3
Tracing The Stars
In book 3, join the Star Tracers as the search for Orynn continues, and the depth of Jarren’s destructive obsessions come to light. Four lives collide and will be forever changed. Sometimes love has been there all along, waiting for you to have the courage to reach for it. Other times, love hits you out of the blue like an asteroid, and can uplift your entire life, if you can survive the impact.
Hankarron Eros has loved Tara since she had pigtails, but his fear of losing their friendship leads him to keep his heart, and his hands, to himself. When the truth about his family is exposed and leaves him grasping to hold onto his ship, his crew and his sanity, words are spoken that can't be taken back, and the presence he had grown so used to having at a convenient reach is gone.
Tara Flint has never denied her heart's attraction to the floppy-haired, brown-eyed Hankarron, even if he can be a stupid limik sometimes. Her strong will falters as she is forced to decide between a promise she made to her father, a boy she has loved since she had pigtails, and the possibility of finding out what her life might be like without the presence of Hankarron always by her side.
They say that the stories of our time will one day be traced into the stars to help guide others home. Fate strings intertwine with skipping stones across the universe, pulling the story forward, and igniting the embers of change to shine brightly through the darkness.
Hankarron Eros has loved Tara since she had pigtails, but his fear of losing their friendship leads him to keep his heart, and his hands, to himself. When the truth about his family is exposed and leaves him grasping to hold onto his ship, his crew and his sanity, words are spoken that can't be taken back, and the presence he had grown so used to having at a convenient reach is gone.
Tara Flint has never denied her heart's attraction to the floppy-haired, brown-eyed Hankarron, even if he can be a stupid limik sometimes. Her strong will falters as she is forced to decide between a promise she made to her father, a boy she has loved since she had pigtails, and the possibility of finding out what her life might be like without the presence of Hankarron always by her side.
They say that the stories of our time will one day be traced into the stars to help guide others home. Fate strings intertwine with skipping stones across the universe, pulling the story forward, and igniting the embers of change to shine brightly through the darkness.
406 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 20, 2013
About the author
C.E. Kilgore
51 books188 followersHello reader. I am an independent storyteller, optimist, and champion overthinker. I am autistic, and live with my amazingly supportive husband, who also happens to be my best friend. Writing is a hyperfixation for me; a compulsion. If I don’t write, I get anxious. Sometimes it consumes me, but it is also one of my greatest joys. So is sharing my stories with others.
I began this journey of publishing all the stories I write in 2012. There have been ups and downs, and I have certainly made my share of mistakes as an independent author trying to do everything myself. I enjoy learning all the processes, and I learn something new everyday. I’ve had wonderful help along the way from friends, and from readers who became friends.
I write under two names—C.E. Kilgore for my contemporary romance of various flavors, and Corinne Kilgore for my science fiction romance and explorations into fantasy. I primarily write character-driven romances, both hot and mild. I don’t follow many genre norms, and I know my writing style and stories aren’t for everyone.
I am a firm believer that all stories should be shared, and I offer enthusiastic encouragement to anyone who is thinking about diving into this great adventure of self-publishing. Your story may not win awards, or be a bestseller, but it may become someone’s favorite story, touch their emotions, or simply provide a few needed moments of escape.
For more stories, many of them free, visit CorinneKilgore.com.
I began this journey of publishing all the stories I write in 2012. There have been ups and downs, and I have certainly made my share of mistakes as an independent author trying to do everything myself. I enjoy learning all the processes, and I learn something new everyday. I’ve had wonderful help along the way from friends, and from readers who became friends.
I write under two names—C.E. Kilgore for my contemporary romance of various flavors, and Corinne Kilgore for my science fiction romance and explorations into fantasy. I primarily write character-driven romances, both hot and mild. I don’t follow many genre norms, and I know my writing style and stories aren’t for everyone.
I am a firm believer that all stories should be shared, and I offer enthusiastic encouragement to anyone who is thinking about diving into this great adventure of self-publishing. Your story may not win awards, or be a bestseller, but it may become someone’s favorite story, touch their emotions, or simply provide a few needed moments of escape.
For more stories, many of them free, visit CorinneKilgore.com.
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April 30, 2022
3.5 stars. Engaging sci fi soap opera
Honestly, I would have awarded four stars but for the consistent and irritating errors. Poor grammar, incorrect words, mixed tense. You think of it and you will likely find the error in the book.
I have enjoyed the series, despite the errors, and intend to continue with it, but three books in and it's worse than ever.
The characterisation is good, enough to draw you in and keep you turning the pages.
The plotline is a continuation from the previous books and I won't go into detail because of plot spoilers.
However, I thought it a bit overworked in places and repetitive in others.
I will say it again, all of the books so far are in dire need of a decent proof reader and . (new suite of clothes was the one that made me want to give up on the series)
I think the author has tried too hard to instil a sense of melancholy with Orynn and Asha, I just want to give them a good shake.
There is some swearing and a couple of sex scenes lightly written.
If you are a fan of the genre I have no problem recommending the series.
Honestly, I would have awarded four stars but for the consistent and irritating errors. Poor grammar, incorrect words, mixed tense. You think of it and you will likely find the error in the book.
I have enjoyed the series, despite the errors, and intend to continue with it, but three books in and it's worse than ever.
The characterisation is good, enough to draw you in and keep you turning the pages.
The plotline is a continuation from the previous books and I won't go into detail because of plot spoilers.
However, I thought it a bit overworked in places and repetitive in others.
I will say it again, all of the books so far are in dire need of a decent proof reader and . (new suite of clothes was the one that made me want to give up on the series)
I think the author has tried too hard to instil a sense of melancholy with Orynn and Asha, I just want to give them a good shake.
There is some swearing and a couple of sex scenes lightly written.
If you are a fan of the genre I have no problem recommending the series.
September 11, 2017
Wild and Wonderful Adult Space Opera Epic
Kilgore's imaginative universe of strange cousins of humanity and mechanical androids continues to roil with secret struggles and liberation from oppression of all sorts. The unsung heroes and heroines of the Corwint Central Agency are some darn unlikely protagonists, but they DO enjoy life.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AS BOTH AN INDIVIDUAL BOOK AND AS A SERIES!
Kilgore's imaginative universe of strange cousins of humanity and mechanical androids continues to roil with secret struggles and liberation from oppression of all sorts. The unsung heroes and heroines of the Corwint Central Agency are some darn unlikely protagonists, but they DO enjoy life.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AS BOTH AN INDIVIDUAL BOOK AND AS A SERIES!
May 9, 2017
book 3 of Corwint Central Agent Files; space opera; excellent read
August 25, 2017
I have really enjoyed this series.
October 22, 2018
Awww
Nooooooo!!!! More people and love stories but far strayed from the first. Also getting shorter which bums me out. Curious to read the last two but not for the cost.
Nooooooo!!!! More people and love stories but far strayed from the first. Also getting shorter which bums me out. Curious to read the last two but not for the cost.
May 30, 2019
Wow
Series is so gripping and engrossing. It sucks you in like all the great sci-fi books do.
Downloaded all the books and can’t wait to read all of them.
Series is so gripping and engrossing. It sucks you in like all the great sci-fi books do.
Downloaded all the books and can’t wait to read all of them.
February 2, 2023
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August 15, 2015
Actual rating: 3.5*
What I liked:
The plot thickens and the tension and intrigue continue to rise. This one, perhaps more than the previous two, starts to hint that there's much more going on than anyone realized, and way more at stake than just Orynn's safety and freedom. The depth of the world building and differing cultures, plus more behind the existence of both the Vesparians, Trexens, and the Mechatronic Automatons, grows ever more complex. The situation between Asha and Merik is becoming increasingly tense. The secondary romance was more satisfying than the main romance.
What I didn't like:
The main focus of this book is the first romantic couple listed in the blurb, and to my mind it is the least satisfying and most overly drawn out 'will-they/won't they' romance of the series. Painfully so. It made me flinch rather than ramping up the tension, and it was more a case of 'hurrah, that's over' rather than them getting their HEA.
In conclusion:
In terms of the main story arc - the two skipping stones or Vestrasa Jarren and Orynn - and the developing conflict on a cosmic scale, this was an improvement on book two. There's much more of the search for Orynn, more revelation on Jarren's scheming coming together and the realization that he has manoeuvred so many people while keeping his hand well hidden. In terms of the primary romance, it really fell flat to me (and I will admit to skipping ahead because I wanted more Merik and Asha). I actually preferred the fiery secondary romance between Trip and Jennahdri despite it happening too fast. However, the bigger storyline that started in book one is certainly building up tension and impetus, so I would say I rate book three more for that than the romance (though it is still most definitely a romance). Again, the very many POVs made it harder to follow. I will mention, however, that I have an older version of this book so some of it may have been tightened up since (as I know the author has updated them), and the few typos/errors I spotted have probably been remedied. This is not my favourite of the series so far. I also skipped the side stories so as to focus on the main books in the series, and I found that made it less confusing moving from book two to book three.
What I liked:
The plot thickens and the tension and intrigue continue to rise. This one, perhaps more than the previous two, starts to hint that there's much more going on than anyone realized, and way more at stake than just Orynn's safety and freedom. The depth of the world building and differing cultures, plus more behind the existence of both the Vesparians, Trexens, and the Mechatronic Automatons, grows ever more complex. The situation between Asha and Merik is becoming increasingly tense. The secondary romance was more satisfying than the main romance.
What I didn't like:
The main focus of this book is the first romantic couple listed in the blurb, and to my mind it is the least satisfying and most overly drawn out 'will-they/won't they' romance of the series. Painfully so. It made me flinch rather than ramping up the tension, and it was more a case of 'hurrah, that's over' rather than them getting their HEA.
In conclusion:
In terms of the main story arc - the two skipping stones or Vestrasa Jarren and Orynn - and the developing conflict on a cosmic scale, this was an improvement on book two. There's much more of the search for Orynn, more revelation on Jarren's scheming coming together and the realization that he has manoeuvred so many people while keeping his hand well hidden. In terms of the primary romance, it really fell flat to me (and I will admit to skipping ahead because I wanted more Merik and Asha). I actually preferred the fiery secondary romance between Trip and Jennahdri despite it happening too fast. However, the bigger storyline that started in book one is certainly building up tension and impetus, so I would say I rate book three more for that than the romance (though it is still most definitely a romance). Again, the very many POVs made it harder to follow. I will mention, however, that I have an older version of this book so some of it may have been tightened up since (as I know the author has updated them), and the few typos/errors I spotted have probably been remedied. This is not my favourite of the series so far. I also skipped the side stories so as to focus on the main books in the series, and I found that made it less confusing moving from book two to book three.
October 7, 2013
The first book was good. The second book was average and I almost didn't buy the third but it was as good or better than the first now I can't wait for the next instalment.
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