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Agamemnon Frost #2
Agamemnon Frost and the Hollow Ships
Book two of Agamemnon FrostEdgar Mason is ready to embark upon his new life at Agamemnon Frost's side. But all is not perfect. His Martian overlord, Pandarus, has implanted a dark voice in his mind, a voice that urges betrayal. And though Mason can keep close to Frost, there's little room for romance under the watchful gaze of the engineers from Station X.That changes when Mason and Frost reopen their investigation into their old enemy's whereabouts. Posing as double agents and investigating cryptic rumors of "hollow ships," they find him impersonating a London banker and worm their way into his confidence.But their success brings them trouble in spades. Pandarus takes them into the belly of his ships, where he plans to transfigure them into mindless automata. And with Earth on the brink of invasion, Frost's old flame Theodora reappearing and Pandarus's brainwashing growing more effective, Mason and Frost will find their bond tested as never before.See how it all began in Agamemnon Frost and the House of Death. 28,000 wordsSteampunk male/male romance
78 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2013
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October 1, 2013
Another odd, interesting installment in the Agamemnon Frost series.
I think alien steampunk is just too cool for me. I read these books in a bit of a daze, thinking, "I must be missing something here because everyone else LOVES these little novellas." I liked it, to be sure, but it feels a bit unattainable for me. I can't quite get an attachment to these characters.
What I enjoy about these books are the fast pace and the crazy, unique world that Kim Knox created. I'm still guessing as to the exact nature of the relationship between Frost and Mason, but I think that is kind of the point. This installment felt like a middle book in the series with a lot of anticipation about what is yet to come. I know I'm excited. Here's to hoping that the third book is the one that makes me fall in love. I'm waiting for my "ah ha" moment for this series.
**Copy provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review**
I think alien steampunk is just too cool for me. I read these books in a bit of a daze, thinking, "I must be missing something here because everyone else LOVES these little novellas." I liked it, to be sure, but it feels a bit unattainable for me. I can't quite get an attachment to these characters.
What I enjoy about these books are the fast pace and the crazy, unique world that Kim Knox created. I'm still guessing as to the exact nature of the relationship between Frost and Mason, but I think that is kind of the point. This installment felt like a middle book in the series with a lot of anticipation about what is yet to come. I know I'm excited. Here's to hoping that the third book is the one that makes me fall in love. I'm waiting for my "ah ha" moment for this series.
**Copy provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review**
October 13, 2013
I've come to the conclusion that science fiction just might not be the genre for me.
So, Mason is still trying to adapt to his "changes" and is working as Frost's valet, but now they are stuck at Station X and really can't explore any of that unresolved sexual tension that's been building up between them. Mason is also still struggling with the whispers in his mind that keep telling him that Frost is a traitor and urging him to report that to his master. Nestor decides that Mason and Frost need to go check out the "hollow ships" and see if they can find Pandarus. And that's where things begin to fall apart...
I didn't think it was possible, but this story was even more difficult for me to follow than the first one. I couldn't picture ANYTHING that was happening to the characters or the setting around them. There were chambers, and spikes and ships made out of human skin...I think. It was all over the place! Mason kept thinking he was dying and then he would wake up and I would be even more lost. Then, I think there may have been some kind of time travel to an earth made of living skin...or was it dead skin? I have no idea because then it was gone...I think.
The sexual tension/romance was much more lacking here than in the first book. Previously, Frost was all ready to fuck Mason, and then when he finally has a chance, he turns him down! But not before giving Mason a hand job that I couldn't even see in my head. And Mason keeps going on and on about how Frost needs to be with his former fiancée, Theodora, even though Frost has told him over and over that he wants Mason and not her.
I struggled reading this from the first page to the last, but I'm still going to read the third book to see how this mess ends.
Reviewed for The Blog of Sid Love
So, Mason is still trying to adapt to his "changes" and is working as Frost's valet, but now they are stuck at Station X and really can't explore any of that unresolved sexual tension that's been building up between them. Mason is also still struggling with the whispers in his mind that keep telling him that Frost is a traitor and urging him to report that to his master. Nestor decides that Mason and Frost need to go check out the "hollow ships" and see if they can find Pandarus. And that's where things begin to fall apart...
I didn't think it was possible, but this story was even more difficult for me to follow than the first one. I couldn't picture ANYTHING that was happening to the characters or the setting around them. There were chambers, and spikes and ships made out of human skin...I think. It was all over the place! Mason kept thinking he was dying and then he would wake up and I would be even more lost. Then, I think there may have been some kind of time travel to an earth made of living skin...or was it dead skin? I have no idea because then it was gone...I think.
The sexual tension/romance was much more lacking here than in the first book. Previously, Frost was all ready to fuck Mason, and then when he finally has a chance, he turns him down! But not before giving Mason a hand job that I couldn't even see in my head. And Mason keeps going on and on about how Frost needs to be with his former fiancée, Theodora, even though Frost has told him over and over that he wants Mason and not her.
I struggled reading this from the first page to the last, but I'm still going to read the third book to see how this mess ends.
Reviewed for The Blog of Sid Love
November 3, 2013
3,5 stars
My interest for the steampunk background and the spy plot moved up a notch while my patience for the romance thinned and my lustful hopes crashed; which leaves me after a few ups and down at a 3,5 stars rating.
Frost and Mason are still partners, intelligence and instinct teaming up to save the world from the villain’s clutches. The author unwinds the threads she introduced in the first book, and once my eyebrows were firmly back in place, I enjoyed the action and the whole man versus machine topic a lot.
The imagery is all leather and skin, copper and flesh, glass and blood, opposition and fusion. It reflects Mason’s torment and the story thrived on his darkness, his doubts and struggles while he is fighting harder yet so afraid of betraying Frost, falling harder yet so afraid of never getting what he wants.
In the end, the weak spot for me is Frost. Which takes the cake since he is the top of the bill!
He’s still the game master, still manoeuvring his pawn, still playing “a game within the game”, but despite a few glimpses behind the masks (yes, plural), we don’t have much to get our teeth into, and his evasiveness is dangerously close to flatness sometimes. So are his interactions with Mason; the whole need-want-frustration arc became too repetitive, only interrupted by a climax I’m still feeling bitter about.
I hope that the third instalment will give us a dishevelled Agamemnon!
My interest for the steampunk background and the spy plot moved up a notch while my patience for the romance thinned and my lustful hopes crashed; which leaves me after a few ups and down at a 3,5 stars rating.
Frost and Mason are still partners, intelligence and instinct teaming up to save the world from the villain’s clutches. The author unwinds the threads she introduced in the first book, and once my eyebrows were firmly back in place, I enjoyed the action and the whole man versus machine topic a lot.
The imagery is all leather and skin, copper and flesh, glass and blood, opposition and fusion. It reflects Mason’s torment and the story thrived on his darkness, his doubts and struggles while he is fighting harder yet so afraid of betraying Frost, falling harder yet so afraid of never getting what he wants.
In the end, the weak spot for me is Frost. Which takes the cake since he is the top of the bill!
He’s still the game master, still manoeuvring his pawn, still playing “a game within the game”, but despite a few glimpses behind the masks (yes, plural), we don’t have much to get our teeth into, and his evasiveness is dangerously close to flatness sometimes. So are his interactions with Mason; the whole need-want-frustration arc became too repetitive, only interrupted by a climax I’m still feeling bitter about.
I hope that the third instalment will give us a dishevelled Agamemnon!
September 19, 2013
I received this book as an ARC through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Another enjoyable installment in a fun new series. Unlike many second books the plot in this story continues to move forward, and it didn’t feel like a filler book. The story was fast paced, and an entertaining read. It did feel like Mason did spend a bit too much time angsting over Frost, and their relationship, but at least there are reasons for Mason’s dependence on Frost in the plot. Mason has had every bit of humanity stripped from him, and Frost is the only one who can keep the voice in his head at bay. A bit more character development might have helped me feel a bit more invested in these books, but the love story is only a very small part of this book, and I was glad to see that the alien plot is still the driving force of this story. A fast paced and entertaining read I’m looking forward to seeing how events play out in the next book.
Another enjoyable installment in a fun new series. Unlike many second books the plot in this story continues to move forward, and it didn’t feel like a filler book. The story was fast paced, and an entertaining read. It did feel like Mason did spend a bit too much time angsting over Frost, and their relationship, but at least there are reasons for Mason’s dependence on Frost in the plot. Mason has had every bit of humanity stripped from him, and Frost is the only one who can keep the voice in his head at bay. A bit more character development might have helped me feel a bit more invested in these books, but the love story is only a very small part of this book, and I was glad to see that the alien plot is still the driving force of this story. A fast paced and entertaining read I’m looking forward to seeing how events play out in the next book.
July 24, 2014
The second Frost Novella sees Mason and Frost acting as double agents hoping to smoke out the aliens. Frost's fiancee, Theadora, may still be alive and Mason isn't quite sure how to handle that situation considering his growing attachment to Frost. There's also the worry that once again Mason may betray Frost to the insistent voices in his head.
In this book, we get more much needed development between Mason and Frost. The noble is still playing it very cool - with Mason not knowing where he stands. There are several hints that Frost isn't as unaffected by mason as he seems - and has a valid reason for keeping his former servant at a distance.
Plot wise, we learn a bit more about the aliens and the group organized to fight them. There are a lot of foreign terms used this time and I admit I did get lost in the somewhat labyrinthine plot at some points. But what I liked most is that Knox was able to use this book to get past the world building and give us more Mason-Frost interaction while still blowing lots of things up.
In all, I am looking forward to the next book!
Merged review:
The second Frost Novella sees Mason and Frost acting as double agents hoping to smoke out the aliens. Frost's fiancee, Theadora, may still be alive and Mason isn't quite sure how to handle that situation considering his growing attachment to Frost. There's also the worry that once again Mason may betray Frost to the insistent voices in his head.
In this book, we get more much needed development between Mason and Frost. The noble is still playing it very cool - with Mason not knowing where he stands. There are several hints that Frost isn't as unaffected by mason as he seems - and has a valid reason for keeping his former servant at a distance.
Plot wise, we learn a bit more about the aliens and the group organized to fight them. There are a lot of foreign terms used this time and I admit I did get lost in the somewhat labyrinthine plot at some points. But what I liked most is that Knox was able to use this book to get past the world building and give us more Mason-Frost interaction while still blowing lots of things up.
In all, I am looking forward to the next book!
In this book, we get more much needed development between Mason and Frost. The noble is still playing it very cool - with Mason not knowing where he stands. There are several hints that Frost isn't as unaffected by mason as he seems - and has a valid reason for keeping his former servant at a distance.
Plot wise, we learn a bit more about the aliens and the group organized to fight them. There are a lot of foreign terms used this time and I admit I did get lost in the somewhat labyrinthine plot at some points. But what I liked most is that Knox was able to use this book to get past the world building and give us more Mason-Frost interaction while still blowing lots of things up.
In all, I am looking forward to the next book!
Merged review:
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The second Frost Novella sees Mason and Frost acting as double agents hoping to smoke out the aliens. Frost's fiancee, Theadora, may still be alive and Mason isn't quite sure how to handle that situation considering his growing attachment to Frost. There's also the worry that once again Mason may betray Frost to the insistent voices in his head.
In this book, we get more much needed development between Mason and Frost. The noble is still playing it very cool - with Mason not knowing where he stands. There are several hints that Frost isn't as unaffected by mason as he seems - and has a valid reason for keeping his former servant at a distance.
Plot wise, we learn a bit more about the aliens and the group organized to fight them. There are a lot of foreign terms used this time and I admit I did get lost in the somewhat labyrinthine plot at some points. But what I liked most is that Knox was able to use this book to get past the world building and give us more Mason-Frost interaction while still blowing lots of things up.
In all, I am looking forward to the next book!
November 8, 2013
I LOVE this Frelling Book!
First of all, I just have to say that Frost reminded me soooooooo much of Captain Jack Harkness, it wasn't even funny! The way he's able to capture the attention of everyone in the room with his sexually charismatic charm - he came off the page sooooo well! So...for the pleasure of everyone in the room...
So pretty! LOL!
I probably should have read book 1 on this one. I'm usually able to just pick up and run after starting in the middle. There were enough re-caps that I was able to get the main gist of the story itself, but where I struggled was in terminology. Usually, I'm GREAT at picking that up quick. Why? Because my geeky little brain devours that like it's candy. Not so much with this one. I realize that I should have been able to "get it". I really should have. I don't know. I just couldn't. I SHOULD dock a smile/star for that . . . but I just can't. I can't.
This book was amazing!!
The writing was a little slow. I had to remind myself that this is A.) Steampunk and B.) Fantasy so having a more relaxed pace was perfectly acceptable. As soon as I released the inner tension, stress and over-caffination, I was able to relax and enjoy. The Voice of the book really helped to build this world. The characters came off the page really well.
And this WORLD!!! *hops in chair like a child on too much sugar* It's so COOL!! My inner geek was on a holiday! I kid you not! There was just so much going on! The book and the storytelling had so many delicious layers! It was beautiful! Epic-ally beautiful!
Should you read it? Ohhhhhh my word! YES! I was half-way through it and bought the first book to read later AND I was lucky enough to score the third book! I've been excited about books before, but it's been a long time since I've been this excited about a series! Great, GREAT job! Awesome!
First of all, I just have to say that Frost reminded me soooooooo much of Captain Jack Harkness, it wasn't even funny! The way he's able to capture the attention of everyone in the room with his sexually charismatic charm - he came off the page sooooo well! So...for the pleasure of everyone in the room...
So pretty! LOL!
I probably should have read book 1 on this one. I'm usually able to just pick up and run after starting in the middle. There were enough re-caps that I was able to get the main gist of the story itself, but where I struggled was in terminology. Usually, I'm GREAT at picking that up quick. Why? Because my geeky little brain devours that like it's candy. Not so much with this one. I realize that I should have been able to "get it". I really should have. I don't know. I just couldn't. I SHOULD dock a smile/star for that . . . but I just can't. I can't.
This book was amazing!!
The writing was a little slow. I had to remind myself that this is A.) Steampunk and B.) Fantasy so having a more relaxed pace was perfectly acceptable. As soon as I released the inner tension, stress and over-caffination, I was able to relax and enjoy. The Voice of the book really helped to build this world. The characters came off the page really well.
And this WORLD!!! *hops in chair like a child on too much sugar* It's so COOL!! My inner geek was on a holiday! I kid you not! There was just so much going on! The book and the storytelling had so many delicious layers! It was beautiful! Epic-ally beautiful!
Should you read it? Ohhhhhh my word! YES! I was half-way through it and bought the first book to read later AND I was lucky enough to score the third book! I've been excited about books before, but it's been a long time since I've been this excited about a series! Great, GREAT job! Awesome!
August 23, 2013
YES yes yes yes and yes. An excellent second addition to the Agamemnon Frost trilogy, and I am PRAYING that Kim Knox finds a way to push this past a trilogy and make it a full series. Because this is just to awesome to stop.
While the first book explores Mason and Frost getting to know each other while battling the enemy and being turned into automata, this next book picks up where the last left off. Mason is still torn between his implanted allegiance to his Ilarches, and Frost, who he wants. Badly. Whenever Frost gets close to him, Mason is able to push the voice inside his head away for awhile.
Now that they're both automata, their mission is to find Pandarus and take him out. But it's not that simple. He's changed bodies and he might suspect Frost and Mason (also known as Achilles and Patroclus) are traitors.
What follows is an adventure that will leave you on the edge of your seat, charged with both action and sexual tension as Mason continues to want Frost, but is confused as to whether or not Frost truly wants him too, or is just using him to defeat their enemy.
Next book, please!
While the first book explores Mason and Frost getting to know each other while battling the enemy and being turned into automata, this next book picks up where the last left off. Mason is still torn between his implanted allegiance to his Ilarches, and Frost, who he wants. Badly. Whenever Frost gets close to him, Mason is able to push the voice inside his head away for awhile.
Now that they're both automata, their mission is to find Pandarus and take him out. But it's not that simple. He's changed bodies and he might suspect Frost and Mason (also known as Achilles and Patroclus) are traitors.
What follows is an adventure that will leave you on the edge of your seat, charged with both action and sexual tension as Mason continues to want Frost, but is confused as to whether or not Frost truly wants him too, or is just using him to defeat their enemy.
Next book, please!
October 18, 2013
3 1/2 - 4 Hearts
Review written for MM Good Book Reviews
This story is part of a series and must be read in order. Edgar Mason has no choice but to embark on a new life as Agamemnon's partner and valet, it is a life he is coming to resent and love as it holds him close to the man he can not touch. Agamemnon has a duty to uphold and although he wishes things could be different he has a responsibility that can not be ignored. The two together must investigate the rumor of 'hollow ships' and finding Pandarus and discover that Theodora wasn't lost like they thought. Mason and Frost will find their bond tested as they embark on their mission.
This is a great continuation of the historical, science fiction storyline where Martian's are plotting the demise of Earth. Mason finds himself frustrated as his attraction to Agamemnon pulls and tears at him, in a society that doesn't approve of males loving males and is endangered by the martians Mason knows he can't act and that Agamemnon is bound by those same rules. When Agamemnon and Mason try to discover more about the 'hollow ships' they find themselves caught and narrowly escape destruction. The fate of the world rests on their shoulders and their relationship is still blurred.
Sometimes you come across a story where you don't really know where the characters really stand and this is definitely one of those stories. With Mason and Agamemnon, not only does the time they live in work against them, but the work they now both do does as well. Mason is a wonderfully written character and you can see the fight he has with himself over his longing for Agamemnon, that longing seeps through the pages and it is bittersweet being so close to the one he adores but unable to act on it. Agamemnon is harder to get a real feel for in his feelings for Mason, sometimes it is as though he really wants Mason but at other times it is like he is a blank slate.
As the story progresses we see the mechanics of what the Martians are doing and we are given some wonderful descriptions of the bleakness that mankind is heading for if they don't stop the invasion. Pandarus is certainly a resourceful Martian, but he just can't quite get a handle on Agamemnon, and his hold on Mason seems to be slipping further away. So we have the excitement of danger, explosions and a brief trip to the future with the added twist of the discovery that Theodora is alive and the Martians are planning more than just an invasion to take over the world.
I recommend this to those who love historical science fiction, great characters, a love being confined, hope and wishes and an ending that makes it clear this story isn't finished just yet.
Review written for MM Good Book Reviews
This story is part of a series and must be read in order. Edgar Mason has no choice but to embark on a new life as Agamemnon's partner and valet, it is a life he is coming to resent and love as it holds him close to the man he can not touch. Agamemnon has a duty to uphold and although he wishes things could be different he has a responsibility that can not be ignored. The two together must investigate the rumor of 'hollow ships' and finding Pandarus and discover that Theodora wasn't lost like they thought. Mason and Frost will find their bond tested as they embark on their mission.
This is a great continuation of the historical, science fiction storyline where Martian's are plotting the demise of Earth. Mason finds himself frustrated as his attraction to Agamemnon pulls and tears at him, in a society that doesn't approve of males loving males and is endangered by the martians Mason knows he can't act and that Agamemnon is bound by those same rules. When Agamemnon and Mason try to discover more about the 'hollow ships' they find themselves caught and narrowly escape destruction. The fate of the world rests on their shoulders and their relationship is still blurred.
Sometimes you come across a story where you don't really know where the characters really stand and this is definitely one of those stories. With Mason and Agamemnon, not only does the time they live in work against them, but the work they now both do does as well. Mason is a wonderfully written character and you can see the fight he has with himself over his longing for Agamemnon, that longing seeps through the pages and it is bittersweet being so close to the one he adores but unable to act on it. Agamemnon is harder to get a real feel for in his feelings for Mason, sometimes it is as though he really wants Mason but at other times it is like he is a blank slate.
As the story progresses we see the mechanics of what the Martians are doing and we are given some wonderful descriptions of the bleakness that mankind is heading for if they don't stop the invasion. Pandarus is certainly a resourceful Martian, but he just can't quite get a handle on Agamemnon, and his hold on Mason seems to be slipping further away. So we have the excitement of danger, explosions and a brief trip to the future with the added twist of the discovery that Theodora is alive and the Martians are planning more than just an invasion to take over the world.
I recommend this to those who love historical science fiction, great characters, a love being confined, hope and wishes and an ending that makes it clear this story isn't finished just yet.
August 30, 2013
This second installment in the series wasn't quite as impactive when it came to the thrill stuff, but it was more powerful when it came to the character development. It is definitely a transition book in the serial as it gives strong indication of where the relationship between Mason and Frost is headed as well as what direction the action will take to defeat Panderus and the Martians.
The first book was by way of introduction and a powerful opening scene. This one is quieter as Frost and Mason act as double agents headed back to locate their master, eliminate him and foil his plans all the while they adjust to their fragile budding relationship and Mason has to fight both the evil voice of the master in his head and learn to adjust to his new life. Mason's adjustments aren't over and become much more complicated when Frost's betrothed enters the picture yet again. Duty calls for the gentleman and his valet and that must take first place above all.
I didn't note this when I reviewed the first book, but I wanted to mention it here that the romance in these starts subtle with glances, verbal innuendoes, glances and touches. It advances some in this book to heated touching, but still not to full-blown verbal confessions or acts of passion. I find this pace of build-up in the relationship and sexual tension quite enjoyable.
I also failed to really describe the steampunkiness (new word)as more than a mention when I reviewed the first piece. Gadgets, inventions, etc are definitely a big part of the story from the intriguing self-heating kettle and bathroom plumbing that Frost invented to the weaponry and transportation modes that are utilized.
The alien aspect is prevalent as there is description of the Martian hierarchy, their equipment, their world-domination plots and their utilization and domination of humans to house their persons and act as their agents on earth.
These are shorter installments that give a quick, exciting read and leave you salivating for the next portion of the story. They feed upon each other so they most definitely need to be read in order. M/M Sci-Fi and Steampunk Romance lovers both would enjoy this series, but as I said the romance takes a back seat at the moment.
My thanks to Net Galley and Carina Press for providing the copy of the book for review purposes.
The first book was by way of introduction and a powerful opening scene. This one is quieter as Frost and Mason act as double agents headed back to locate their master, eliminate him and foil his plans all the while they adjust to their fragile budding relationship and Mason has to fight both the evil voice of the master in his head and learn to adjust to his new life. Mason's adjustments aren't over and become much more complicated when Frost's betrothed enters the picture yet again. Duty calls for the gentleman and his valet and that must take first place above all.
I didn't note this when I reviewed the first book, but I wanted to mention it here that the romance in these starts subtle with glances, verbal innuendoes, glances and touches. It advances some in this book to heated touching, but still not to full-blown verbal confessions or acts of passion. I find this pace of build-up in the relationship and sexual tension quite enjoyable.
I also failed to really describe the steampunkiness (new word)as more than a mention when I reviewed the first piece. Gadgets, inventions, etc are definitely a big part of the story from the intriguing self-heating kettle and bathroom plumbing that Frost invented to the weaponry and transportation modes that are utilized.
The alien aspect is prevalent as there is description of the Martian hierarchy, their equipment, their world-domination plots and their utilization and domination of humans to house their persons and act as their agents on earth.
These are shorter installments that give a quick, exciting read and leave you salivating for the next portion of the story. They feed upon each other so they most definitely need to be read in order. M/M Sci-Fi and Steampunk Romance lovers both would enjoy this series, but as I said the romance takes a back seat at the moment.
My thanks to Net Galley and Carina Press for providing the copy of the book for review purposes.
May 29, 2018
The story continues where book one left off, with Frost and Mason now automata and on a mission to seek out and destroy the Martian overlord, Pandarus. Unfortunately, the previous human body that Pandarus had inhabited has been washed up in the river, so they have no idea what he looks like now.
This book feels a little bit slower-paced than the first, not so much adventure and derring-do, but with much character development between Mason and Frost. It's told from Mason's point of view, so we as a reader know what it going on his head, especially those times when the voice of Pandarus is in the back of his head and willing him to betray Frost, to do what the invaders want. But something went wrong when they changed Frost and Mason, and they are able to fight these inner voices.
Mason wants Frost, badly, and it is his lust that Frost uses to still the other voices in Mason's head. "You are mine. Not theirs." While Mason is grateful that Frost has a way of keeping the voices in check, he also worries that Frost is only teasing him and leaving him on the brink of arousal for no other reason. That he has no feelings for Mason in that way at all. The unresolved sexual tension between them sizzles throughout the book, with lots of heated looks but not much else until later on, but even then they are interrupted by another agent at Station X.
We get brief glimpses into the Martian hierarchy, along with lots more strange gadgets and technology. But despite the technology and threat of an imminent invasion, they don't take over the story, it's a story about these two characters and their growing closeness. I don't for a minute think Frost is only using Mason's feelings to stop the voices, I think he has feelings for Mason too, but perhaps that will be explored in a later book.
It's a wonderful, imaginative read and easily read in one sitting. I've enjoyed this second glimpse into Mason and Frost's world and looking forward to more.
Review copy from Netgalley.
This book feels a little bit slower-paced than the first, not so much adventure and derring-do, but with much character development between Mason and Frost. It's told from Mason's point of view, so we as a reader know what it going on his head, especially those times when the voice of Pandarus is in the back of his head and willing him to betray Frost, to do what the invaders want. But something went wrong when they changed Frost and Mason, and they are able to fight these inner voices.
Mason wants Frost, badly, and it is his lust that Frost uses to still the other voices in Mason's head. "You are mine. Not theirs." While Mason is grateful that Frost has a way of keeping the voices in check, he also worries that Frost is only teasing him and leaving him on the brink of arousal for no other reason. That he has no feelings for Mason in that way at all. The unresolved sexual tension between them sizzles throughout the book, with lots of heated looks but not much else until later on, but even then they are interrupted by another agent at Station X.
We get brief glimpses into the Martian hierarchy, along with lots more strange gadgets and technology. But despite the technology and threat of an imminent invasion, they don't take over the story, it's a story about these two characters and their growing closeness. I don't for a minute think Frost is only using Mason's feelings to stop the voices, I think he has feelings for Mason too, but perhaps that will be explored in a later book.
It's a wonderful, imaginative read and easily read in one sitting. I've enjoyed this second glimpse into Mason and Frost's world and looking forward to more.
Review copy from Netgalley.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 3, 2013
Another 3 1/2 Stars...
I recieved Agamemnon Frost and the Hollow Ships in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Things get even more intense in this installment. Not only do Frost and Mason need to find Pandarus, the task seems nearly impossible because they don’t know ‘who’ he is. That, combined with the fact that Mason is fighting off the pull of Pandarus and the constant battle in his head, keeps things more than interesting.
I’m liking this story more as it goes on. The concept is complicated and the pace is fast, but the characters are interesting. It’s been a while since I’ve visited a Steampunk world, so I’m also enjoying the change of pace.
Once again, nothing is as it seems and even when the characters think they know what to expect, another mystery or complication changes things. I like the unexpected. The intense attraction between Mason and Frost is still strong and they manage to work in a few stolen moments, but fate seems to be against them at every turn and when a few other revelations are made, it’s hard to figure out exactly how things can end well for either one of them.
By the time I finished Hollow Ships, I was even more glad that the last book in the trilogy, Crown of Towers, was readily available.
I recieved Agamemnon Frost and the Hollow Ships in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Things get even more intense in this installment. Not only do Frost and Mason need to find Pandarus, the task seems nearly impossible because they don’t know ‘who’ he is. That, combined with the fact that Mason is fighting off the pull of Pandarus and the constant battle in his head, keeps things more than interesting.
I’m liking this story more as it goes on. The concept is complicated and the pace is fast, but the characters are interesting. It’s been a while since I’ve visited a Steampunk world, so I’m also enjoying the change of pace.
Once again, nothing is as it seems and even when the characters think they know what to expect, another mystery or complication changes things. I like the unexpected. The intense attraction between Mason and Frost is still strong and they manage to work in a few stolen moments, but fate seems to be against them at every turn and when a few other revelations are made, it’s hard to figure out exactly how things can end well for either one of them.
By the time I finished Hollow Ships, I was even more glad that the last book in the trilogy, Crown of Towers, was readily available.
August 27, 2013
Agamemnon Frost and the Hollow Ships, Book Two in the “Agamemnon Frost” series is nothing short of an outstanding adventure, filled with action and suspense, a battle of good and evil, characters who have been cybernetically altered in an age when the concept of electricity was still in its infancy. It is a place where time and space are bent and altered, and features a relationship that is more symbiotic than romantic but is nevertheless one I’m completely invested in seeing through to either the end or the beginning, whichever direction Kim Knox decides to take these two men.
I’ve not only found a new author to be excited about but a new series as well. If you consider yourself a bit of a sci-fi geek, are more than a little crazy for steampunk, and love an all-around great read that engages both your brain and your feels, I can’t recommend this series highly enough!
You can read the rest of this review at The Novel Approach
I’ve not only found a new author to be excited about but a new series as well. If you consider yourself a bit of a sci-fi geek, are more than a little crazy for steampunk, and love an all-around great read that engages both your brain and your feels, I can’t recommend this series highly enough!
You can read the rest of this review at The Novel Approach
September 11, 2013
This is definitely the filler book in the series, but still: wow. I am loving the character development of Frost and Mason, and watching the process of their relationship.
I don't want to give away anything for folks who haven't read the first book, but Frost and Mason are still trying to defeat the martians, this time working as double agents.
So, this was definitely worth it for the characters, and as build-up to the final book. I can't wait to read it!
I'm pleasantly surprised by this series, I honestly didn't expect to like it this much.
I don't want to give away anything for folks who haven't read the first book, but Frost and Mason are still trying to defeat the martians, this time working as double agents.
So, this was definitely worth it for the characters, and as build-up to the final book. I can't wait to read it!
I'm pleasantly surprised by this series, I honestly didn't expect to like it this much.
August 25, 2013
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. Another installment in this wonderful new series by Kim Knox. She has given the reader an amazing journey into action adventure with a sexy twist. Mason has to fight with his internal demons and hope that he won't put Frost into the enemies hands. Frost in the meantime uses Mason's lusts to keep him in check. I loved it. I just hope that Kim has many more Agamemnon stories to tell us.
February 19, 2019
There's some stuff in here that just totally lost me and even through the 3rd book I didn't understand. I don't know if it would have made more sense read rather than listened to or not.
The narrator needs to differentiate voices more. There are a lot of places where it was unclear who was speaking. Some would then be resolved with context but not all of them. (And would have been clearer read assuming it was written properly.)
The narrator needs to differentiate voices more. There are a lot of places where it was unclear who was speaking. Some would then be resolved with context but not all of them. (And would have been clearer read assuming it was written properly.)
September 25, 2013
This one was a little too chaotic for me. Sometimes it was hard to follow the story or the reasoning. However I still love the tension between Mason and Frost and hope that they both will be happy in the end.
October 21, 2013
The ideas, the world building, the characters, the writing, it's all absolutely AWESOME. I am SO thrilled with this series!
November 9, 2013
3.5 stars
May 15, 2014
Fabulous continuation, love it, review coming soon
August 13, 2014
The writing and world building are very elegant. Book two is better than the first.
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