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Drift
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Allie always enjoyed casual sex with crewmates, but the war never let her get too close to anyone. Now the war is over, and shipmates lost. Somewhere Allie lost some part of herself, too. But no matter how hard she tries, she can't escape the gentle touch of Shank Lacroix, her favorite lover. He insists on standing by her and helping her find the missing pieces. The problem is that the old pieces don’t fit anymore. Allie wants more even as she fears her changing beliefs and sexual appetites.
Shank knows the signs of a person carrying too much guilt and anger. Allie is in danger of emotionally self-destructing. Shank knows he has to save his beautiful and dominating Allie and help her find herself again. In his youth, he went on a vision quest to find his path, but right now, spiritual quests don't have much to offer him. However, he does hope a quest to find their missing crew might help them find themselves and their love before it's too late. That is assuming that Command doesn't catch them trying to desert their posts and execute them first.
Allie always enjoyed casual sex with crewmates, but the war never let her get too close to anyone. Now the war is over, and shipmates lost. Somewhere Allie lost some part of herself, too. But no matter how hard she tries, she can't escape the gentle touch of Shank Lacroix, her favorite lover. He insists on standing by her and helping her find the missing pieces. The problem is that the old pieces don’t fit anymore. Allie wants more even as she fears her changing beliefs and sexual appetites.
Shank knows the signs of a person carrying too much guilt and anger. Allie is in danger of emotionally self-destructing. Shank knows he has to save his beautiful and dominating Allie and help her find herself again. In his youth, he went on a vision quest to find his path, but right now, spiritual quests don't have much to offer him. However, he does hope a quest to find their missing crew might help them find themselves and their love before it's too late. That is assuming that Command doesn't catch them trying to desert their posts and execute them first.
282 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 18, 2014
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Lyn Gala
47 books1,166 followersLynsey "Lyn" Gala started writing in the back of her science notebook in third grade and hasn’t stopped since. Westerns starring men with shady pasts gave way to science fiction with questionable protagonists which eventually gave in to any story with a morally ambiguous character. Even the purest heroes have pain and loss and darkness in their hearts, and that’s where she likes to find her stories. Her characters seek to better themselves and find the happy ending (or happier anyway), but it’s writing the struggle that inspires her muse. When she isn’t writing, Lyn Gala teaches in New Mexico.
She first cut her teeth on fanfic: gen, slash, het, and femslash. She prefers to focus on plot: mysteries and monsters and disasters, oh my, but sex can and does happen. Some of her stories focus on power exchange, bondage or bdsm. In her worlds, tops and bottoms are all mature, consenting adults. In fact, stories where they aren't squick her badly, so don't expect to find abuse stories in her journal.
She first cut her teeth on fanfic: gen, slash, het, and femslash. She prefers to focus on plot: mysteries and monsters and disasters, oh my, but sex can and does happen. Some of her stories focus on power exchange, bondage or bdsm. In her worlds, tops and bottoms are all mature, consenting adults. In fact, stories where they aren't squick her badly, so don't expect to find abuse stories in her journal.
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February 19, 2014Drift is now officially out. I adore the cover on this one because you can see how much of a badass Shank is and Allie really does look like the young, confident (sometimes too confident) woman from the book. If you're unclear on something or if you're have a question, let me know.
September 25, 2022
I liked this one less than book 1. If I didn’t read book 1 first, I would have had no interest reading this based on the blurb alone. Thankfully, since book 1 was all educational about the various sexual preferences, this one only focused in on “dynamic”.
Honestly I think the focus on sexual preference AT ALL is stupid. Show it in the book, through the story, don’t put labels on it and write a dissertation!
Anyway, the plot was fine. Glad they accomplished the mission they set out for. Happy to see that loop closed. But the sex wasn’t terribly exciting, as much as I like scenes where the man is tied down and controlled and edged…just like book 1. There’s all this potential for hot sex but it doesn’t quite deliver.
Honestly I think the focus on sexual preference AT ALL is stupid. Show it in the book, through the story, don’t put labels on it and write a dissertation!
Anyway, the plot was fine. Glad they accomplished the mission they set out for. Happy to see that loop closed. But the sex wasn’t terribly exciting, as much as I like scenes where the man is tied down and controlled and edged…just like book 1. There’s all this potential for hot sex but it doesn’t quite deliver.
July 26, 2022
An enjoyable sequel, I really like the world Lyn Gala has created here. The only reason I had to knock it down to three stars was because of the whole mission planning section. It dragged on a bit for me, but once they were back on track, Drift was tough to put down!
April 4, 2014
* Mine is the second one.Psychotic ex-lovers, pirates, kinky sexy femdom and sexy military men mixed with a suicide rescue mission is a must read book. The second book in the Turbulence series is fabulous. The title of this book should really be "no man left behind". In the previous book, Jacqs and Zeke remain back in enemy territory. As the navigator of the ship, Allie could not accept leaving crew behind. The reason for the two's sacrifice is noble, yet it does not ease Allie's heart. She promised to come back and she will make it happen.
With the war over, the soldiers will be either sent home or to help with the refugee camps. As a navigator, Allie will definitely have the option to go home to her father. Four of her crew members will not be so lucky, as they will be stuck defending the refugee camps. Is it really a refugee camp or is it a concentration camp? The glimpses of how life works in those "camps" is horrific. It is better to be a slave in enemy Bat territory. Faced with leaving her friends to keep order in a depressing situation or taking them on a crazy mission to rescue comrades left behind, it's an easy decision.
Ms. Gala does an excellent job of adding more to this world. It's a different perspective as it is seen from the eyes of the "Families". The reader learns more about Shank's family of pirates. Are they really as bad as the government proclaims? It's eye-opener for Allie, who lived in a sheltered bubble prior to her draft into the military. The way the Families operate is wonderfully detailed in a matriarchal society. Love it! The sexual identities are still a consistent sub-theme in this story and it blends in so well.
The suicide quest our heroes embark on is fraught with mishaps. There is also a bit of military intrigue added in which really makes me happy. I love how we learn more about Command and SC. The SC are similar to the Navy SEALS but a bit crazier. A big fan of space opera, this story contains everything I like and more. The reader is even treated to delicious femdom and kinky restraints. Now if there were only a bit more graphic descriptions involving some pegging, it would be smexy hawt.
Ms. Gala does an excellent job with the character dynamics. The relationships are complex and fun to read. When Allie meets Shank's mother, it is an uphill battle. The threat of being spaced is a distinct possibility. Through it all, the message in this book is heartwarming. It's about loyalty, trust, family and friendship. It also shows how those considered outcasts may actually be living a better life than those under a government rule. This is something which appeals to me greatly.
This is a fast-paced space opera recommended for those who enjoy sci-fi, suspense and a tiny taste of femdom. The only question after reading this book is, when does the next one come out?
April 28, 2014
This book taught me that I can still enjoy a het romance. Most of the time, I start reading a m-f novel and quickly want to cry when I discover that the heroine is foolish and incompetent but we're supposed to find her oh-so-charming. Not so with this book! Allie is competent and smart and Shank respected her for it - and vice versa. Refreshing!
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December 26, 2013eep, new Lyn Gala book! One to put in my diary.
May 8, 2014
3.5 stars
I admit it took me a while to get into the book - maybe because I still had Zeke and Jacqs in my head or maybe because I almost completely abandoned M/F in a past few years. The first part of the book seemed slow to me, but then the pace picked up and I started to enjoy the book much more.
I liked Allie and Shank in the first book and here they've got the central stage. I liked their relationship in (with Allie as a dominant partner) and out of the bedroom (as partners). They both have their hang-ups and baggage that reflect their past experiences. I liked that they talked to clear their misunderstandings especially because they come from very different cultural backgrounds. Allie's interaction with Shank's mother was often hilarious. I liked other characters too, Copta especially.
I was happy with seeing Zeke and Jacqs (he is still so funny sometimes) still solid and, I confess, I was much happier with how this book ended than the first one. I finished the book with a feeling that they all had the promising and exciting future. That said, the ending left the door opened for possible future adventures of the entire crew and some new characters. If that happens, I'm definitely on board.
I admit it took me a while to get into the book - maybe because I still had Zeke and Jacqs in my head or maybe because I almost completely abandoned M/F in a past few years. The first part of the book seemed slow to me, but then the pace picked up and I started to enjoy the book much more.
I liked Allie and Shank in the first book and here they've got the central stage. I liked their relationship in (with Allie as a dominant partner) and out of the bedroom (as partners). They both have their hang-ups and baggage that reflect their past experiences. I liked that they talked to clear their misunderstandings especially because they come from very different cultural backgrounds. Allie's interaction with Shank's mother was often hilarious. I liked other characters too, Copta especially.
I was happy with seeing Zeke and Jacqs (he is still so funny sometimes) still solid and, I confess, I was much happier with how this book ended than the first one. I finished the book with a feeling that they all had the promising and exciting future. That said, the ending left the door opened for possible future adventures of the entire crew and some new characters. If that happens, I'm definitely on board.
February 15, 2015
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Allie Grah is unable to move past the sacrifice made by two fellow crewmen of the Candiru. Her life is on hold, and her relationship with Shank is falling apart. When the Candiru is ordered to return to port to be decommissioned, Allie decides it’s time to rescue her fellow crewmen, Jacqs and Zeke. Shank comes up with a plan to get Allie, himself, and three other crewmen from the Candiru away from the ship and into friendly hands that can help them with their intended rescue. Allie knows after all this time it may be a suicide mission with nothing to recover but the remains of their friends, but it is the right thing to do. As it turns out those friendly hands Shank has lined up are Pirates. Friendly Pirate hands. Shank thinks the idea is great given that he grew up on the Pirate ships among their families. Even though Allie and Shank, along with their fellow deserters Ben, Copta, and Becca, are facing being held captive by Shank’s unhappy Pirate family, Allie again feels like she has control over her life and her relationship with Shank becomes strong and a source of comfort for both of them. Allie is taken aback when she learns just how much faith Shank has in their relationship. He allows her to speak for him with his family. This is very significant in Pirate families and Shank’s mother, Anpaytoo, is not amused. Shank made some very poor relationship choices in the past. Anpaytoo is convinced he’s doing so again with Allie. The whole meet the parents thing does not go well.
Anpaytoo has lined up the perfect ship for them to steal. And it just so happens to have Shank’s horrible ex-girlfriend on it. Claire is a pretty foul person who deserves to have her ship stolen. She’s also pretty easy to steal from. Well, as easy as stealing from armed people can be. There is, however, an unforeseen problem. There is an agent from Security Central who allows himself to be taken hostage. He claims it’s protect the peace between the humans and “bats” and not restart the war. Uh-huh. Shank, Allie, and their crew members find themselves deep in the space of their former enemies while trying to evade Command, Security Central, and their former enemies and not restart the war thus destroying the treaty that saved millions of lives. Easy-peasy. What isn’t as easy for Allie is the realization she’ll have to give up the life she had before she deserted from the Candiru. Her only way is forward and that means living with Pirates in their gender segregated society. It means a life with Shank, and his mother, and the possibility of children. Upon reaching the planet where Jacqs and Zeke were left they find them not only alive but healthy and relatively happy. After finding their friends it doesn’t take long until they find out why their “hostage” from Security Central was so willing to be taken, and they hear an offer they find they can’t refuse.
Drift can certainly be read as a standalone novel, but the contrast in the main characters of Turbulence and Drift are what make this such a compelling story of character growth. Allie Grah is a complete contrast to Jacqs Glebov. Like a Bizarro version. While Jacqs struggled with people accepting he actually had an accurate view of the real world and its horrors, Allie struggled with the fact she was rather naïve and didn’t necessarily comprehend things could run along smoothly in ways she hadn’t encountered or didn’t understand. Jacqs journey of learning consisted of accepting a surprising internal discovery of his own sexuality, whereas Allie had to accept an external world based on gender specific roles. They even chose opposite love interests. Shank was from a Pirate family while Zeke was a military hero.
I struggle with how I feel about the ending of this story. One one hand I feel it was wrapped up nicely with enough remaining strings available to be picked up in the future. On the other hand I feel it was wrapped up almost too nicely in a way that magically solved all their problems. I love that Allie has reservations about the lifestyle she is going to embrace, but the veneer of the Security Council in some ways nullify the shades of grey she’s forced to grapple with. I certainly wouldn’t go so far as to call it a Deus ex Machina ending nor would I say I hated it, but after all the unanswered questions raised about a society with distinct and effective gender roles I did feel let down.
Allie Grah is unable to move past the sacrifice made by two fellow crewmen of the Candiru. Her life is on hold, and her relationship with Shank is falling apart. When the Candiru is ordered to return to port to be decommissioned, Allie decides it’s time to rescue her fellow crewmen, Jacqs and Zeke. Shank comes up with a plan to get Allie, himself, and three other crewmen from the Candiru away from the ship and into friendly hands that can help them with their intended rescue. Allie knows after all this time it may be a suicide mission with nothing to recover but the remains of their friends, but it is the right thing to do. As it turns out those friendly hands Shank has lined up are Pirates. Friendly Pirate hands. Shank thinks the idea is great given that he grew up on the Pirate ships among their families. Even though Allie and Shank, along with their fellow deserters Ben, Copta, and Becca, are facing being held captive by Shank’s unhappy Pirate family, Allie again feels like she has control over her life and her relationship with Shank becomes strong and a source of comfort for both of them. Allie is taken aback when she learns just how much faith Shank has in their relationship. He allows her to speak for him with his family. This is very significant in Pirate families and Shank’s mother, Anpaytoo, is not amused. Shank made some very poor relationship choices in the past. Anpaytoo is convinced he’s doing so again with Allie. The whole meet the parents thing does not go well.
Anpaytoo has lined up the perfect ship for them to steal. And it just so happens to have Shank’s horrible ex-girlfriend on it. Claire is a pretty foul person who deserves to have her ship stolen. She’s also pretty easy to steal from. Well, as easy as stealing from armed people can be. There is, however, an unforeseen problem. There is an agent from Security Central who allows himself to be taken hostage. He claims it’s protect the peace between the humans and “bats” and not restart the war. Uh-huh. Shank, Allie, and their crew members find themselves deep in the space of their former enemies while trying to evade Command, Security Central, and their former enemies and not restart the war thus destroying the treaty that saved millions of lives. Easy-peasy. What isn’t as easy for Allie is the realization she’ll have to give up the life she had before she deserted from the Candiru. Her only way is forward and that means living with Pirates in their gender segregated society. It means a life with Shank, and his mother, and the possibility of children. Upon reaching the planet where Jacqs and Zeke were left they find them not only alive but healthy and relatively happy. After finding their friends it doesn’t take long until they find out why their “hostage” from Security Central was so willing to be taken, and they hear an offer they find they can’t refuse.
Drift can certainly be read as a standalone novel, but the contrast in the main characters of Turbulence and Drift are what make this such a compelling story of character growth. Allie Grah is a complete contrast to Jacqs Glebov. Like a Bizarro version. While Jacqs struggled with people accepting he actually had an accurate view of the real world and its horrors, Allie struggled with the fact she was rather naïve and didn’t necessarily comprehend things could run along smoothly in ways she hadn’t encountered or didn’t understand. Jacqs journey of learning consisted of accepting a surprising internal discovery of his own sexuality, whereas Allie had to accept an external world based on gender specific roles. They even chose opposite love interests. Shank was from a Pirate family while Zeke was a military hero.
I struggle with how I feel about the ending of this story. One one hand I feel it was wrapped up nicely with enough remaining strings available to be picked up in the future. On the other hand I feel it was wrapped up almost too nicely in a way that magically solved all their problems. I love that Allie has reservations about the lifestyle she is going to embrace, but the veneer of the Security Council in some ways nullify the shades of grey she’s forced to grapple with. I certainly wouldn’t go so far as to call it a Deus ex Machina ending nor would I say I hated it, but after all the unanswered questions raised about a society with distinct and effective gender roles I did feel let down.
May 4, 2014
I never review a sequel before reviewing all the books that came before but after reading a post about the lack of reviews on this book I felt it essential to add my own. I am a self-confessed book addict. I read maybe 2-3 books a day when I'm working and more like 6-7 on days when I have no work to be done. I have been like this since I was 5 years old and from about the age of 12 romance novels were my dominant reading source. When I finally went to university and discovered the feminism and postcolonial studies reading such books became more and more difficult. While I still enjoyed the romance aspect, deep inside I felt a sense of shame. This shame was not for my enjoyment in such a low, crass form of literature, I have written academically about the stupidity of such terms and about the affective nature of soap operas and romance novels. My shame came from the fact that I inevitably fell in love with the heroes and yet I hated the way in which they treated the heroines. My particular love was for historical romance novels and so of course this just fed into my cycles of love, anger and shame. Eventually I turned to M/M romance novels because I was so sick of trying to find romances where the hero and heroine were equals. I could find such narratives in fantasy but not in pure romance except for extremely rare occurances. So M/M became my main-stay and I stayed as far away from heterosexual romances as I could.
I do recommend reading the first book in this series, Turbulence, first if only so you can greater appreciate the characters of Allie and Shank. If M/M isn't your thing then skip it and dive straight into this book, because here finally is a book which deals with a male/female relationship that doesn't leave me in the deepest darkest corner of my soul wishing that I didn't ship them so damn much. Both characters are as complex and subtly nuanced as I've come to expect from the author, but more than that neither one of them controls the other. There are elements of sexual dominance yes, but I love that this is in the bedroom and outside the bedroom the two are partners. For both characters Drift is a journey in which they try to not only discover themselves but also what their respective roles are within their relationship. Allie has always thought she knew herself, her sexuality and her preferences and capabilities but the events of Turbulence have shaken her confidence and left her questioning herself. Shank on the other-hand has needs that he hates to admit even to himself, needs which have caused him trouble before. Unlike Allie he doesn't believe he has everything figured out, but he also is lost as to how he can help Allie regain her confidence. I love the fact that the pair are in an established relationship from the beginning, it is their inability to bridge the gaps that have fractured due to the losses they suffered in Turbulence that are the only real challenge in their relationship.
I do recommend reading the first book in this series, Turbulence, first if only so you can greater appreciate the characters of Allie and Shank. If M/M isn't your thing then skip it and dive straight into this book, because here finally is a book which deals with a male/female relationship that doesn't leave me in the deepest darkest corner of my soul wishing that I didn't ship them so damn much. Both characters are as complex and subtly nuanced as I've come to expect from the author, but more than that neither one of them controls the other. There are elements of sexual dominance yes, but I love that this is in the bedroom and outside the bedroom the two are partners. For both characters Drift is a journey in which they try to not only discover themselves but also what their respective roles are within their relationship. Allie has always thought she knew herself, her sexuality and her preferences and capabilities but the events of Turbulence have shaken her confidence and left her questioning herself. Shank on the other-hand has needs that he hates to admit even to himself, needs which have caused him trouble before. Unlike Allie he doesn't believe he has everything figured out, but he also is lost as to how he can help Allie regain her confidence. I love the fact that the pair are in an established relationship from the beginning, it is their inability to bridge the gaps that have fractured due to the losses they suffered in Turbulence that are the only real challenge in their relationship.
May 4, 2016
I loved Turbulence but didn't buy Drift because of the m/f. Finally gave in because I wanted to read more of the characters and I'm so glad I did. Skipped the sex and loved the book. Perfect ending.
June 17, 2024
I actually wasn't going to read this one after being upset and conflicted about the ending of the last book....and, sadly, it would seem like my initial instinct was correct. I was subjected to a story about the boring characters from the previous book and a pretty unthrilling plot with an equally meh resolution. I like the author, but this particular one just didn't work for me.
Part of what bothers me, I think, is that all this worldbuilding was done and I think the author kind of chose the least interesting story to tell? Like, give me the scary secret super spy agency people before these people we've already, I think, explored to their fullest extent. 🤷
Part of what bothers me, I think, is that all this worldbuilding was done and I think the author kind of chose the least interesting story to tell? Like, give me the scary secret super spy agency people before these people we've already, I think, explored to their fullest extent. 🤷
February 18, 2019
3.5 really. Enjoyed more than I thought I would, because action/adventure isn’t normally my thing. The ending was perfect and warming. Also we get to see Jacque and Zeke again briefly.
This one’s about found family, which is a great topic. It also delves into assigning roles by gender vs not. And the fact that nearly everyone has an awful ex somewhere in their past, so it doesn’t go to castigate them for it.
Plus there are several types of spaceships, which I always enjoy.
This one’s about found family, which is a great topic. It also delves into assigning roles by gender vs not. And the fact that nearly everyone has an awful ex somewhere in their past, so it doesn’t go to castigate them for it.
Plus there are several types of spaceships, which I always enjoy.
May 8, 2024
This is the M/F companion to Turbulence. I liked this well enough, but not nearly as much as the first one. Nice to wrap things up, though.
My favorite parts were the descriptions of Shank/Lacroix's family business, their rules, and how that whole thing worked.
My favorite parts were the descriptions of Shank/Lacroix's family business, their rules, and how that whole thing worked.
November 30, 2018
Rating: 3 stars.
June 12, 2019
DNF. Disliked Allie.
November 30, 2014
Another stellar read from Lyn Gala. The crew of the Candiru is back for more action, more emotional upheaval, and, thankfully, more hot sex. This time around the story focused on Allie and Shank - that's Lacroix for those of you who read Turbulence. While we learn more about Allie as she comes to terms with feelings of failure due to leaving Jacqs and Zeke behind, I found that Shank's character development was far more fascinating. His familial background and the distinctions between family and non-family ships within their culture were presented in such a way that I received a history lesson without being bored or wanting to skip parts; but then again, we're talking about pirates and pirate tales are always interesting.
In Drift, the crew has to adjust to the fact that the war is now over. Allie's conflict with this new reality is a central theme in the book. However it's not how the non-war status will affect her that concerns her as much as what her crewmates will be expected to do in their new assignments, as well as what happened to Jacqs and Zeke after being left behind. These two things are what lead to some of the crew embarking upon a rescue mission to retrieve Jacqs and Zeke and thus the action begins, complete with jail breaks, pirate (space)ships, grand theft, and crossing the border into bat territory (an act which could restart the war). Are they successful? You'll have to read Drift to find out for yourself.
What I will tell you is that the sex scenes between Allie and Shank are hot. There is some light bondage play farther into the book and as it is just being introduced to the couple's sexual interactions it is by no means advanced BDSM, but it definitely increases the sensuality level. Ms. Gala has produced a sequel that is just as good as its predecessor and I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Reviewed by Angela at Crystal's Many Reviewers!
In Drift, the crew has to adjust to the fact that the war is now over. Allie's conflict with this new reality is a central theme in the book. However it's not how the non-war status will affect her that concerns her as much as what her crewmates will be expected to do in their new assignments, as well as what happened to Jacqs and Zeke after being left behind. These two things are what lead to some of the crew embarking upon a rescue mission to retrieve Jacqs and Zeke and thus the action begins, complete with jail breaks, pirate (space)ships, grand theft, and crossing the border into bat territory (an act which could restart the war). Are they successful? You'll have to read Drift to find out for yourself.
What I will tell you is that the sex scenes between Allie and Shank are hot. There is some light bondage play farther into the book and as it is just being introduced to the couple's sexual interactions it is by no means advanced BDSM, but it definitely increases the sensuality level. Ms. Gala has produced a sequel that is just as good as its predecessor and I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Reviewed by Angela at Crystal's Many Reviewers!
March 26, 2014
I loved this book. It's based on a quest, a quest for missing teammates that turns into so much more.
Now that the war with the Bats is at an end, Allie and Shank's ship will be decommissioned. As a navigator, Allie will likely be sent home but many of the others, including her lover Shank, will be sent to the refuge camps to guard and probably kill the refugees. This adds to Allie's disconnect and sadness brought on by the war and the loss of her crewmates. The only action she can take that allows her to live with herself is to go after the men who left behind on the mining colony now claimed by the Bats.
With her she takes Shank, and three others from the Candiru.
It's a wild ride as the five embark on Shank's half baked plan to get a ship so they can go to the mining planet. They are ensnared with Shank's family and the pirate business, have Command on their tail, and have to overcome Shank's crazy ex before they even get to the planet, and that's certainly not the end.
I loved each and every character in this book. Allie and Shank are so much fun and we get to watch them move from bed partners to even more as they learn more abut each others' sexuality, Shank's family, and Allie's role in it.
I couldn't have been happier to see Jacqs and Zeke make an appearance and Gala gives us a good HEA for everyone with caveats that leave open more adventures if she wants to come back to this world again (crossing fingers for a yes!).
The only wish is that it had more sex, and I can't believe I'm writing that. Allie and Shank are so good together and engage in one of my favorite kinks.
Can't wait to see what's next in store for this author.
Now that the war with the Bats is at an end, Allie and Shank's ship will be decommissioned. As a navigator, Allie will likely be sent home but many of the others, including her lover Shank, will be sent to the refuge camps to guard and probably kill the refugees. This adds to Allie's disconnect and sadness brought on by the war and the loss of her crewmates. The only action she can take that allows her to live with herself is to go after the men who left behind on the mining colony now claimed by the Bats.
With her she takes Shank, and three others from the Candiru.
It's a wild ride as the five embark on Shank's half baked plan to get a ship so they can go to the mining planet. They are ensnared with Shank's family and the pirate business, have Command on their tail, and have to overcome Shank's crazy ex before they even get to the planet, and that's certainly not the end.
I loved each and every character in this book. Allie and Shank are so much fun and we get to watch them move from bed partners to even more as they learn more abut each others' sexuality, Shank's family, and Allie's role in it.
I couldn't have been happier to see Jacqs and Zeke make an appearance and Gala gives us a good HEA for everyone with caveats that leave open more adventures if she wants to come back to this world again (crossing fingers for a yes!).
The only wish is that it had more sex, and I can't believe I'm writing that. Allie and Shank are so good together and engage in one of my favorite kinks.
Can't wait to see what's next in store for this author.
February 21, 2014
Very enjoyable follow up to Turbulence, focusing on Shank and Allie and their plan to rescue Zeke and Jacqs.
I liked both these books and hope there will be more to this series.
I liked both these books and hope there will be more to this series.
March 8, 2014
3.5 stars
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