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Second Wave #1
Viper
As one of the first to arrive and assist the Valendrans on Earth, Viper fle’ te’ Trugh had thought he was prepared for the mission he was sent on. He was terribly wrong.
Caught by the rogue band of Relian’s his team had been tracking, and a concussion that prevented his ability to communicate on the Shengari’ his hopes for rescue or escape are dwindling.
Lara Blain was an Iraq veteran with a bad case of PTSD and even worse luck. Stumbling upon the group of strangers interrupting the peace and quiet of her mountains, she didn’t expect to rescue the strange eyed man who set her emotions on edge.
On the run and looking for his people, Lara is confident that she can keep the man alive. Until the dark, ones are sent to recapture them. Fighting an enemy she can’t see and feelings for the strange man she is drawn to, it will take every skill, she’s ever had to keep them alive.
Caught by the rogue band of Relian’s his team had been tracking, and a concussion that prevented his ability to communicate on the Shengari’ his hopes for rescue or escape are dwindling.
Lara Blain was an Iraq veteran with a bad case of PTSD and even worse luck. Stumbling upon the group of strangers interrupting the peace and quiet of her mountains, she didn’t expect to rescue the strange eyed man who set her emotions on edge.
On the run and looking for his people, Lara is confident that she can keep the man alive. Until the dark, ones are sent to recapture them. Fighting an enemy she can’t see and feelings for the strange man she is drawn to, it will take every skill, she’s ever had to keep them alive.
337 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 30, 2014
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February 7, 2015
So this is considered the first book in a new series (called: Second Wave) so I read it after Taming Jax, which is Lane's other series (First Wave). But the timeline actually puts this one before Jax's book which explains my confusion over certain characters and had me thinking I skipped a book, because technically I did!
Aside from that, I really enjoyed this story. Lara is a strong female lead who could be a tad too stubborn, but it's a breath of fresh air. I'm happy that for once, one of these characters responds the way I would think maybe people would. By saying "Am I crazy?" rather than "oh yeah, aliens, talking cats- totally makes sense!"
Viper was interesting, I really liked his perseverance and his desire to help Lara and being willing to compromise a bit. Sure he was still an alpha, but certain circumstances might change that towards the end. Let's just say he's not the baddest MoFo around!
I'm looking forward to more books in this series!
Aside from that, I really enjoyed this story. Lara is a strong female lead who could be a tad too stubborn, but it's a breath of fresh air. I'm happy that for once, one of these characters responds the way I would think maybe people would. By saying "Am I crazy?" rather than "oh yeah, aliens, talking cats- totally makes sense!"
Viper was interesting, I really liked his perseverance and his desire to help Lara and being willing to compromise a bit. Sure he was still an alpha, but certain circumstances might change that towards the end. Let's just say he's not the baddest MoFo around!
I'm looking forward to more books in this series!
May 26, 2017
I enjoyed this book on the first reading and more so on subsequent reads.
The plot and main characters pulled me in quickly. The hero has made appearances in the last 2 books but here we see more of his personality and learn more of his story. The heroine is new to the series but fights the same villains. The two discover each other when the more than capable heroine chooses to rescue the hero from the villains, girl power! The hero is ultimately an alpha male, but one capable of learning, adapting and not repeating mistakes of the past.
The focus of the story is the romance between Viper and Lara and their relationship deepening over the course of the book. Sorry, no instant fated mate sex, it's there but not until they are both confident of each other and involved.
The story flows quickly moving from the rescue to events afterward. More details pertinent to the Earth Alliance are revealed throughout the story with a potential game-changing shocker.
I would definitely recommend this story to readers both new and old of the author's stories. This story starts a new chapter in the saga. Characters from earlier stories appear and reading those books would add even more depth to the returning characters we meet.
For those that started at the beginning and have continued to read; no cliffhanger here and, Jax and Reven are finally getting their shot at each other next, followed then by one of Viper's brothers.
Cross posted amazon, goodreads
The plot and main characters pulled me in quickly. The hero has made appearances in the last 2 books but here we see more of his personality and learn more of his story. The heroine is new to the series but fights the same villains. The two discover each other when the more than capable heroine chooses to rescue the hero from the villains, girl power! The hero is ultimately an alpha male, but one capable of learning, adapting and not repeating mistakes of the past.
The focus of the story is the romance between Viper and Lara and their relationship deepening over the course of the book. Sorry, no instant fated mate sex, it's there but not until they are both confident of each other and involved.
The story flows quickly moving from the rescue to events afterward. More details pertinent to the Earth Alliance are revealed throughout the story with a potential game-changing shocker.
I would definitely recommend this story to readers both new and old of the author's stories. This story starts a new chapter in the saga. Characters from earlier stories appear and reading those books would add even more depth to the returning characters we meet.
For those that started at the beginning and have continued to read; no cliffhanger here and, Jax and Reven are finally getting their shot at each other next, followed then by one of Viper's brothers.
Cross posted amazon, goodreads
March 20, 2018
Great start!
Once again, with the start of a series, Mikayla had given us a great book! Viper has been caught by the Relians and is tied to a tree and beaten while they try to get information out of him. Unbeknownst to any of the Sgt. Lara Blain ex army is also in the woods. She is headed for her grandfather's cabin which she has stocked with everything necessary for her survival. She is going off radar before she is killed for the evidence she has against those trying to destroy the war effort and her country. When she hears voices she has to find out if they are a danger to her. What she finds is a badly beaten man and some of the killers she had come across before in Afghanistan! She helps Viper to escape getting injured herself in the process but not saying anything.
Lara is a terrifically strong heroine! She needs to be for the journey that she has to go through. Viper recognises his mate but is confused because she is different to the Kinara he once knew.
This is a complex but satisfying story. Through it all Viper never gives up on his mate!
Once again, with the start of a series, Mikayla had given us a great book! Viper has been caught by the Relians and is tied to a tree and beaten while they try to get information out of him. Unbeknownst to any of the Sgt. Lara Blain ex army is also in the woods. She is headed for her grandfather's cabin which she has stocked with everything necessary for her survival. She is going off radar before she is killed for the evidence she has against those trying to destroy the war effort and her country. When she hears voices she has to find out if they are a danger to her. What she finds is a badly beaten man and some of the killers she had come across before in Afghanistan! She helps Viper to escape getting injured herself in the process but not saying anything.
Lara is a terrifically strong heroine! She needs to be for the journey that she has to go through. Viper recognises his mate but is confused because she is different to the Kinara he once knew.
This is a complex but satisfying story. Through it all Viper never gives up on his mate!
June 3, 2018
Well written, but maybe I should've read the First wave. I liked very much the beginning, the fact that Lara save Viper in the forest. I love female military who can kick ass, who is strong. My interest went down when Viper and his friends take her to their base. Too much back story, and some scenes were too long for me (like when she wake up and think she's in a enemy base because Viper is nowhere). So, maybe another story from this author, but not this series.
December 5, 2017
Completely new to me and loved it
I have never read a sci-fi book because aliens just didn't interest me. I'm shocked to admit I loved this book. It's a world of intrigue and full of action. I enjoyed how strong Lara is throughout everything thrown at her. There are some funny characters that had me laughing at their antics. I plan to buy book 2 immediately.
I have never read a sci-fi book because aliens just didn't interest me. I'm shocked to admit I loved this book. It's a world of intrigue and full of action. I enjoyed how strong Lara is throughout everything thrown at her. There are some funny characters that had me laughing at their antics. I plan to buy book 2 immediately.
November 18, 2018
Viper
I really liked this book. Both the beginning and the ending seemed so different. Excellent plot. Excellent characters. I loved Lara and Viper and Dog'ee
I really liked this book. Both the beginning and the ending seemed so different. Excellent plot. Excellent characters. I loved Lara and Viper and Dog'ee
August 4, 2019
Great
Great intro to the second wave. I have loved the trezarians since they were first introduced. Plus their names are so cool. Anyway I really enjoyed this.
Great intro to the second wave. I have loved the trezarians since they were first introduced. Plus their names are so cool. Anyway I really enjoyed this.
January 1, 2017
This was Lara and Viper's book and if you (like me) are into your alien love story every once in a while then this is a MUST read !!
You will not be disappointed !!
5 Take me to the stars Stars from me !
You will not be disappointed !!
5 Take me to the stars Stars from me !
October 23, 2014
This book was quite surprising in a lot of ways. The fact that the one saving the day is the female lead for once was a great beginning. The first half of this book was really excited and full of actions, questions about the link between Viper and Lara, their strange attraction and the actual answers. After that, the book becomes slower, focus more on dialogues, theories, prophecies and new species but not really on the characters themselves. It threw me off a bit.
One funny thought was that I had a big flashback of Stargate and it's goa'uld when we Abexis was talking threw Lara. I used to be a big fan and truly enjoyed this part
One funny thought was that I had a big flashback of Stargate and it's goa'uld when we Abexis was talking threw Lara. I used to be a big fan and truly enjoyed this part
May 7, 2016
Ugh. I was wondering what all the hype was...yeah, I'm still wondering. It started out what could have been an awesome story about two people with a past that was filled with love. One who lived it, continues, and remembers. One who died, was reborn, and doesn't remember. They find each other and so the saga begins. Unfortunately their romance never really begins because we get sucked down into a story so full of details and explanations of epic proportions I couldn't keep it all straight and was fast losing interest. geez this isn't War and Peace. Dont know if I'll keep going. What a shame.
April 10, 2017
read the first wave series first so you know the story premise. more reincarnation. a new type of beast symbiont or rather a very, very old one makes an appearance on the side of good aliens fighting evil aliens trying to take over or ruin earth. ends happily but sequels to follow....Re-read april, 2017. Still a good story.
October 10, 2014
I loved this book so then decided to read the others and really enjoyed them had a job to put it down very good story line and plenty of action .
January 30, 2015
Very good! Would recommend to anyone as a must read.
February 8, 2015
Loved it. It was so good. I am adding this author to my list. I will be hanging out for the next book.
January 8, 2015
I like the story. It is not as intense as the first wave series but still good. Looking forward to the next book.
January 17, 2015
Prophecy and evolution
Evolution of humans and aliens on earth. The beast inside us and gifts. A romance that spans hundreds of years.
Evolution of humans and aliens on earth. The beast inside us and gifts. A romance that spans hundreds of years.
February 6, 2015
Viper (second wave book1
Very well written. Picks up where First wave left off . Would recommend to anyone liking p/a or sci-fi theme books.
Very well written. Picks up where First wave left off . Would recommend to anyone liking p/a or sci-fi theme books.
March 1, 2015
Read out of order - but continuing to love the story. Looking forward to next book after Jax...
March 18, 2016
Each book is better.
December 1, 2014
Waiting for book 2!!!!!! Love this series & author!!!!
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