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Star Raiders
A FIERY ENCOUNTER
Like two ill-aligned stars, Shyanne Kedar and Greyson Dane were destined to collide. She was a smuggler's daughter, and he, an interstellar lawman. Their affair was scorching, dazzling ... and ended like a supernova, in a blaze of betrayal.
A LOVE REKINDLED
Ten years later, the flames haven't cooled. Shayanne's lush body, the twist of her lips and the fire in her eyes - all radiate the same magnetism that ensnared Greyson before, and now he's truly her prisoner. But as much as things have changed, they remain exactly the same. Danger threatens. Humanity's fate hangs in the balance. And though his tempting captor doesn't know it, if Greyson's plan succeeds, it will save mankind ... and lose him the only woman he ever loved. This time, forever.
Like two ill-aligned stars, Shyanne Kedar and Greyson Dane were destined to collide. She was a smuggler's daughter, and he, an interstellar lawman. Their affair was scorching, dazzling ... and ended like a supernova, in a blaze of betrayal.
A LOVE REKINDLED
Ten years later, the flames haven't cooled. Shayanne's lush body, the twist of her lips and the fire in her eyes - all radiate the same magnetism that ensnared Greyson before, and now he's truly her prisoner. But as much as things have changed, they remain exactly the same. Danger threatens. Humanity's fate hangs in the balance. And though his tempting captor doesn't know it, if Greyson's plan succeeds, it will save mankind ... and lose him the only woman he ever loved. This time, forever.
290 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2010
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July 9, 2012
Well I tried but it was not really my cup of tea. It's a good storyline but it just did not hook me in. And there are some odd scenes that are introduced and I am still thinking "why" was it necessary to use that storyline i kept thinking could there have been another one that could have been used and worked better.
March 31, 2010
Star Raiders by Elysa Hendricks
Paranormal Romance- March 30th, 2010
4 stars
Star Raiders is Elysa Hendrick’s 2nd futuristic romance and is loosely based in the same world as her first book Star Crash. However, in Star Raiders most of the story occurs on a space ship. I loved the feeling of being in space and this book is sure to be a favorite for futuristic fans because even though it is set in space the story feels genuine and I immediately felt the attraction between the 2 main characters.
Shy Kendar was an innocent until she discovered the man she loved was actually under cover on a personal mission to arrest her father. Shy unknowingly betrayed her father and since that time has been unable to visit him since his capture. Even
though Shy was unaware of her father's activities as a smuggler she is unwilling to forgive her naiveté and misguided trust in a heartless man. On the run and on her own, Shy becomes fearless and independent. But it is the secrets she hides that could be her downfall.
It is 10 years later and Shy is now a smuggler herself. She has her own moral code that includes helping the underprivileged. Although she does break the law she is
careful to stay under the law’s radar. Most of her smuggling includes helping poor planets or saving slaves from being sold to unscrupulous buyers. Now her old lover has returned and has the audacity to ask for her help after ruining her life. His
bargaining chip, pardons for her and the rest of her crew.
Grayson Dane has changed since he first met Shy and his views are no longer black and white. He realizes now that Shy did not have any involvement in her father's activates and as a result has become close to her father. Through his job at Earth League’s Anti-smuggling/Piracy he has tried to use his resources to shield Shy’s activities from authorities. But now there is a bounty on her head and she is accused of terrible deeds he knows she couldn't be responsible for. Torn between his lost love and duty, Grayson decides he must find a way to prove her innocence. But first he must convince Shy to help him find the real culprit.
The first thing I loved about this book was how the author set most of the story on a spaceship. I really felt the characters were in space; their travels and battles were amazing to read. I also enjoyed how the author created new species of crewmates
on Shy’s ship and I can’t wait for them to have their own stories?! (I would particularly like to discover more about Bear and Silky’s past.) But best of all I liked how the 2 main characters had a history together, it definitely notched up the tension between them. It made them feel more interesting and intriguing to read. I also enjoyed some cool plot twists that will definitely surprise readers.
However, readers who have read her first book will soon discover that this story does not have the angst of her first book. And what I found surprising about the Star Raiders story is how quickly the 2 main characters got ‘together' after the
initial animosity on Shy’s part. Comparing this book to her prior futuristic novel I feel that this romance is more mainstream and I think any futuristic fan will find
it a guaranteed exciting read.
Reviewed by Steph from the Bookaholics Romance Book Club
Paranormal Romance- March 30th, 2010
4 stars
Star Raiders is Elysa Hendrick’s 2nd futuristic romance and is loosely based in the same world as her first book Star Crash. However, in Star Raiders most of the story occurs on a space ship. I loved the feeling of being in space and this book is sure to be a favorite for futuristic fans because even though it is set in space the story feels genuine and I immediately felt the attraction between the 2 main characters.
Shy Kendar was an innocent until she discovered the man she loved was actually under cover on a personal mission to arrest her father. Shy unknowingly betrayed her father and since that time has been unable to visit him since his capture. Even
though Shy was unaware of her father's activities as a smuggler she is unwilling to forgive her naiveté and misguided trust in a heartless man. On the run and on her own, Shy becomes fearless and independent. But it is the secrets she hides that could be her downfall.
It is 10 years later and Shy is now a smuggler herself. She has her own moral code that includes helping the underprivileged. Although she does break the law she is
careful to stay under the law’s radar. Most of her smuggling includes helping poor planets or saving slaves from being sold to unscrupulous buyers. Now her old lover has returned and has the audacity to ask for her help after ruining her life. His
bargaining chip, pardons for her and the rest of her crew.
Grayson Dane has changed since he first met Shy and his views are no longer black and white. He realizes now that Shy did not have any involvement in her father's activates and as a result has become close to her father. Through his job at Earth League’s Anti-smuggling/Piracy he has tried to use his resources to shield Shy’s activities from authorities. But now there is a bounty on her head and she is accused of terrible deeds he knows she couldn't be responsible for. Torn between his lost love and duty, Grayson decides he must find a way to prove her innocence. But first he must convince Shy to help him find the real culprit.
The first thing I loved about this book was how the author set most of the story on a spaceship. I really felt the characters were in space; their travels and battles were amazing to read. I also enjoyed how the author created new species of crewmates
on Shy’s ship and I can’t wait for them to have their own stories?! (I would particularly like to discover more about Bear and Silky’s past.) But best of all I liked how the 2 main characters had a history together, it definitely notched up the tension between them. It made them feel more interesting and intriguing to read. I also enjoyed some cool plot twists that will definitely surprise readers.
However, readers who have read her first book will soon discover that this story does not have the angst of her first book. And what I found surprising about the Star Raiders story is how quickly the 2 main characters got ‘together' after the
initial animosity on Shy’s part. Comparing this book to her prior futuristic novel I feel that this romance is more mainstream and I think any futuristic fan will find
it a guaranteed exciting read.
Reviewed by Steph from the Bookaholics Romance Book Club
July 2, 2011
Hmmm... Not terribly fond of reunion romances. Add a child the h hid from the H and the added confusion of child swapping, leading the H/h to think (briefly) they were siblings...
October 23, 2010
Fantastic?
Spacetacular! Yup, that's how much I enjoyed this book I am resorting to making my own word.
WhOo Hoo, I'm on a roll. Star Raiders is my second Science Fiction Romance/ Futuristic Romance read and I am enjoying this genre to no end. Normally, it takes me roughly 4 days to complete a novel but when I am fascinated (life of a working mom leaves little play time) that time line is cut drastically and tasks go unattended (sorry hubby). Luckily, last night my husband had taken the kids out so it was quiet on the home front.
My Review:
Elysa Hendricks has succeed in carving out a world for her motley crew of characters. The sizzling romance and passion is equally matched by the action, danger and adventure.. The strength woven into the characters is admirable and easy to fall into step with. Their mission became my mission and I wanted nothing more then to see them succeed. Greyson enlists the help of his once lover Shy. Shy has the means, smarts, and connections to bring down an intergalactic criminal who has been racking up quite a list of horrors and leaving Shy's calling card.
The storyline itself is riveting and face paced. Greyson and Shy share a history. They both have painful childhoods and both have enormous amounts of reserve. The secondary characters add another sweet layer to this novel. Shy's motley crew on her spaceship, Independence, all have appealing back stories. Elysa has shares just enough to help readers sympathize and comprehend actions without drowning us in their history. What the main characters don't know is that their history goes much deeper then they realize and their futures are infinitely intertwined.
Epilogue:
I am an epilogue freak. When a novel is not an intended series or if the main characters will change in a subsequent novels I grasp onto epilogues. The epilogue for Star Raiders tickles my fancy and had me smiling ear to ear. I don;t want to give the ending away but it's worth the read.
Star Raiders is thoroughly entertaining which is my main and primary expectation when reading a novel. Elysa is a new author for me and I am very new tho the sci-fi romance genre. With my newbie sci-fi romance status I would recommend this novel to readers who love a mix of romance and creativity. Star Raiders, is sure to please any PNR fan and keep you flipping pages.
Spacetacular! Yup, that's how much I enjoyed this book I am resorting to making my own word.
WhOo Hoo, I'm on a roll. Star Raiders is my second Science Fiction Romance/ Futuristic Romance read and I am enjoying this genre to no end. Normally, it takes me roughly 4 days to complete a novel but when I am fascinated (life of a working mom leaves little play time) that time line is cut drastically and tasks go unattended (sorry hubby). Luckily, last night my husband had taken the kids out so it was quiet on the home front.
My Review:
Elysa Hendricks has succeed in carving out a world for her motley crew of characters. The sizzling romance and passion is equally matched by the action, danger and adventure.. The strength woven into the characters is admirable and easy to fall into step with. Their mission became my mission and I wanted nothing more then to see them succeed. Greyson enlists the help of his once lover Shy. Shy has the means, smarts, and connections to bring down an intergalactic criminal who has been racking up quite a list of horrors and leaving Shy's calling card.
The storyline itself is riveting and face paced. Greyson and Shy share a history. They both have painful childhoods and both have enormous amounts of reserve. The secondary characters add another sweet layer to this novel. Shy's motley crew on her spaceship, Independence, all have appealing back stories. Elysa has shares just enough to help readers sympathize and comprehend actions without drowning us in their history. What the main characters don't know is that their history goes much deeper then they realize and their futures are infinitely intertwined.
Epilogue:
I am an epilogue freak. When a novel is not an intended series or if the main characters will change in a subsequent novels I grasp onto epilogues. The epilogue for Star Raiders tickles my fancy and had me smiling ear to ear. I don;t want to give the ending away but it's worth the read.
Star Raiders is thoroughly entertaining which is my main and primary expectation when reading a novel. Elysa is a new author for me and I am very new tho the sci-fi romance genre. With my newbie sci-fi romance status I would recommend this novel to readers who love a mix of romance and creativity. Star Raiders, is sure to please any PNR fan and keep you flipping pages.
October 23, 2011
Shy is a spaceship captain of a smuggling ship when she encounters Grayson, a government agent and an old flame from her past. She has a price on her head, but Grayson believes she’s innocent of the crimes her enemies have detailed. He joins her in the chase for the real culprit. Along the way, he falls for the love of his life again. How can he convince his superiors that she’s not the villain? Moreover, can he keep her from the true pirate’s lair when the rogue lusts after her? An enjoyable fast-paced futuristic read.
July 1, 2010
I like a good Science Fiction Romance and this on had an OK plot. For me there was too much sex, not enough story. Even so it was worth the read.
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