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Nico: The Rogue Warrior
She's Exactly What He Needs at Exactly the Right Time
Juliana has worked hard to get where she's at. Even though she's the daughter of the top casino tycoon in Vegas, the road hasn't been easy. She's finally getting where she wants to be with her career, when she's abducted.
Nico, a powerful and immortal Anathergian warrior, likes to have fun. Especially with weapons and women. Preferably not at the same time. Life for him, and the rest of the Anathergians, has taken a recent turn for the worse. So, Nico is relieved when he gets assigned the case to find Juliana.
All Anathergians have sworn to protect humans, and he'll do just about anything to save this one. But, he's in for a bit of a surprise when he finally gets close to this particular human.
Juliana has worked hard to get where she's at. Even though she's the daughter of the top casino tycoon in Vegas, the road hasn't been easy. She's finally getting where she wants to be with her career, when she's abducted.
Nico, a powerful and immortal Anathergian warrior, likes to have fun. Especially with weapons and women. Preferably not at the same time. Life for him, and the rest of the Anathergians, has taken a recent turn for the worse. So, Nico is relieved when he gets assigned the case to find Juliana.
All Anathergians have sworn to protect humans, and he'll do just about anything to save this one. But, he's in for a bit of a surprise when he finally gets close to this particular human.
- GenresParanormal
80 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 7, 2014
About the author
Michelle C. Reilly
8 books93 followersMichelle C. Reilly is a single mom of two wonderful boys, and a grandma to three wonderful kiddos. She spent ten years in the U.S. Navy as a Hospital Corpsman and is a 100% disabled veteran. She has a Masters in Science in Public Health, but she is generally an IT geek and nerd of many other things. She currently resides in Colorado with her two dogs, Sophie and Lyra (aka The Mud Dog), and her cat Moose (aka 'Moosifur').
She self-published the ANATHERGIANS saga, science-fiction/paranormal romance and suspense stories that revolve around a powerful alien species who landed on Earth over five thousand years ago. SAVAGE WINDS, her venture into time travel romance, was picked up by The Wild Rose Press.
She's currently working on a romantasy trilogy that is TOP SECRET!
Catch her (and her fur babies!) on TikTok and IG at @michellecreilly! Or on FB at www.facebook.com/michellecorareilly.
She self-published the ANATHERGIANS saga, science-fiction/paranormal romance and suspense stories that revolve around a powerful alien species who landed on Earth over five thousand years ago. SAVAGE WINDS, her venture into time travel romance, was picked up by The Wild Rose Press.
She's currently working on a romantasy trilogy that is TOP SECRET!
Catch her (and her fur babies!) on TikTok and IG at @michellecreilly! Or on FB at www.facebook.com/michellecorareilly.
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November 12, 2014
This is a short novella that starts the series. It was pretty good. About a race of warriors from another world that have been here for thousands of years to protect humans. There King's lifemate is missing and they have to find her too. Meanwhile they have to solve a kidnapping by the mafia before the woman gets killed. Good start to a series
August 5, 2019
(3.5)
This is a short novella that focuses on a kidnapping and the men working on getting the girl back. For how short it is you get a whole lot of story and it's a full story at that. It feels like you read a full novel when you get done because of everything that goes down and how well it's planned out (writing-wise).
The story itself is good. I didn't actually realize this was a second book until I was a chapter or two in (I don't know how I missed that!), far enough in it wouldn't have paid to stop and go back, but if you haven't read the first yet I would stop and do that. I don't know for sure as I haven't read it yet but this might be a little bit better for you if you have that background going in to this book.
Anyway, this is a good story. A girl gets kidnapped and 'special forces' are called in, hence Nico and his buddies, to find the girl and sort the mess within the time frame the kidnappers have set forth. So they set about doing that. I don't want to tell you too much due to the length of the book but if you like the whole big hunky not actually human guy who has (slight spoiler here but I'm not saying with who or for what reasons)
sexy times more than once in a book that isn't that long than you will love this book. That aside, the story is actually quite good so even if that is a bit of a turn off I would give it a shot because the writing is very good. This is the only book I have read by this author so I'm hoping to read more and see where the story goes.
This is a short novella that focuses on a kidnapping and the men working on getting the girl back. For how short it is you get a whole lot of story and it's a full story at that. It feels like you read a full novel when you get done because of everything that goes down and how well it's planned out (writing-wise).
The story itself is good. I didn't actually realize this was a second book until I was a chapter or two in (I don't know how I missed that!), far enough in it wouldn't have paid to stop and go back, but if you haven't read the first yet I would stop and do that. I don't know for sure as I haven't read it yet but this might be a little bit better for you if you have that background going in to this book.
Anyway, this is a good story. A girl gets kidnapped and 'special forces' are called in, hence Nico and his buddies, to find the girl and sort the mess within the time frame the kidnappers have set forth. So they set about doing that. I don't want to tell you too much due to the length of the book but if you like the whole big hunky not actually human guy who has (slight spoiler here but I'm not saying with who or for what reasons)
sexy times more than once in a book that isn't that long than you will love this book. That aside, the story is actually quite good so even if that is a bit of a turn off I would give it a shot because the writing is very good. This is the only book I have read by this author so I'm hoping to read more and see where the story goes.
October 12, 2014
In the aftermath of what happened to Leah and Auden, the Anathergians try to carry on, and Nico continues his consulting with the local police. One such concult is the kidnapping of a prominant tycoon's daughter, Juliana. With the Russian mob thrown deep into the mix, will Nico get to Juliana in time??
I was asked to read this directly, by the author, (NOT for a review!) since after reading Variants I wanted to throw my kindle at the wall! This follows on somewhat, although there is very little Auden, and no Leah. This is like a little teaser, to keep you going til you get The Witches, book two in the trilogy.
Nico was the trainer for Ceadan, Leah's adopted brother, and is a bit of a badass and, as the title suggests, a love-em-and-leave-em type of dude. Juliana is a good girl, working hard for what she wants and helping her dad with his casino. After Juliana is kidnapped, Nico is sent to find her.
Now, I will be honest, I got who dunnit really early (not saying!) but the story wasn't spolit by getting it early, indeed, it made for getting to WHY it was done, much more enjoyable. Nico and Juliana dont come together til very late in the book, and its just one night, most of the book is Nico looking for Juliana and Juliana trying to stay alive.
The end is what made this book for me. It is not such a happy ending as you would expect! The Anathergians can only lifemate with their own kind, but humans can carry their young. So they like to spread it around about, if you get my drift, and Nico does this, to his great pleasure. The night that Nico and Juliana come together, they both know it for what it is, a night of each other's company and some carnal pleasure. The outcome of that night, and the fact that Nico cannot lifemate with Juliana, makes the ending different, but not bad. Its just not what I was expecting to happen AND THATS A GOOD THING! All too often, paranormal books follow the HEA route, and it makes a refreshing change, a different, well written change.
But for the fact that it was so short, only 90 pages, I would have given it 5 stars, so it gets 4.5 stars.
Book two in the trilogy, The Witches, is out soon, and I WILL be reading that one.
I was asked to read this directly, by the author, (NOT for a review!) since after reading Variants I wanted to throw my kindle at the wall! This follows on somewhat, although there is very little Auden, and no Leah. This is like a little teaser, to keep you going til you get The Witches, book two in the trilogy.
Nico was the trainer for Ceadan, Leah's adopted brother, and is a bit of a badass and, as the title suggests, a love-em-and-leave-em type of dude. Juliana is a good girl, working hard for what she wants and helping her dad with his casino. After Juliana is kidnapped, Nico is sent to find her.
Now, I will be honest, I got who dunnit really early (not saying!) but the story wasn't spolit by getting it early, indeed, it made for getting to WHY it was done, much more enjoyable. Nico and Juliana dont come together til very late in the book, and its just one night, most of the book is Nico looking for Juliana and Juliana trying to stay alive.
The end is what made this book for me. It is not such a happy ending as you would expect! The Anathergians can only lifemate with their own kind, but humans can carry their young. So they like to spread it around about, if you get my drift, and Nico does this, to his great pleasure. The night that Nico and Juliana come together, they both know it for what it is, a night of each other's company and some carnal pleasure. The outcome of that night, and the fact that Nico cannot lifemate with Juliana, makes the ending different, but not bad. Its just not what I was expecting to happen AND THATS A GOOD THING! All too often, paranormal books follow the HEA route, and it makes a refreshing change, a different, well written change.
But for the fact that it was so short, only 90 pages, I would have given it 5 stars, so it gets 4.5 stars.
Book two in the trilogy, The Witches, is out soon, and I WILL be reading that one.
October 13, 2014
Sworn to protect humans against any and all threats, Nico has done his best to uphold his Anathergian decree. He and his brethren know that Earth isn't safe, most especially from the Anathergian enemies. He's kept a watchful eye on Earth's inhabitants, eliminating all threats he and his companions come across. Though it hasn't been easy, he's proud of his current accomplishments.
When the daughter of a top casino tycoon in Vegas is kidnapped, Nico and several of the Anathergian warriors are contracted to find her. Though he's not sure as to where she is and who is currently holding her, he knows he'll do everything possible to bring her home in one piece. All those who know Juliana are suspect and must be held accountable. No loose ends must be left to founder.
The closer Nico and his Anathergian warriors get to Juliana's whereabouts, the more chaos surrounds them. It's apparent that someone knows what's going, and he's intent on bringing everything out into the light by any means necessary. Juliana will be found. Only then, can he truly ensure her safety and that of his own people.
A lovely addition to the world Michelle has created, Nico, the Rogue Warrior takes you inside the mind of Nico, an Anathergian who's determined in protecting each and every human he comes across. The Anathergian's home planet was destroyed aeons ago, and they sought refuge on Earth itself. Though they're slowly adjusting to living on Earth, it hasn't been easy for them.
Nico's life takes an unexpected turn when he's assigned to finding the lovely Juliana. Michelle has crafted a believable world that piques interest the further you get into the story. The little cliffhanger at the end of the book left me wanting more. So can't wait to see what else Michelle has in store for Nico and the rest of the Anathergian's.
When the daughter of a top casino tycoon in Vegas is kidnapped, Nico and several of the Anathergian warriors are contracted to find her. Though he's not sure as to where she is and who is currently holding her, he knows he'll do everything possible to bring her home in one piece. All those who know Juliana are suspect and must be held accountable. No loose ends must be left to founder.
The closer Nico and his Anathergian warriors get to Juliana's whereabouts, the more chaos surrounds them. It's apparent that someone knows what's going, and he's intent on bringing everything out into the light by any means necessary. Juliana will be found. Only then, can he truly ensure her safety and that of his own people.
A lovely addition to the world Michelle has created, Nico, the Rogue Warrior takes you inside the mind of Nico, an Anathergian who's determined in protecting each and every human he comes across. The Anathergian's home planet was destroyed aeons ago, and they sought refuge on Earth itself. Though they're slowly adjusting to living on Earth, it hasn't been easy for them.
Nico's life takes an unexpected turn when he's assigned to finding the lovely Juliana. Michelle has crafted a believable world that piques interest the further you get into the story. The little cliffhanger at the end of the book left me wanting more. So can't wait to see what else Michelle has in store for Nico and the rest of the Anathergian's.
October 12, 2014
Amazing short novella that bridges between the first and second books in the Anathergians Trilogy. Nico plays a significant role in the first book, Variants, as a smexy, cocky, cheeky Anathergian warrior tasked to train the newly transitioned Leah. You get to know this hottie as he prepares Leah for combat and survival as she becomes a warrior and the king's lifemate. In this novella, we follow Nico after a devastating battle leaves the Anathergians in a blanket of despair. While things at base camp are on hold, Nico is tasked on an investigative mission that, true to form, leaves broken hearts in his wake. You will definitely want some more Nico when you finish but you may want to smack him as well. Got to love those bad boys with flashy smiles!
October 18, 2014
A novella to make the wait for the second book less painful! Nico is such a rascal. I love him. I like that this was more of a side story than a love story, since novellas always require more suspension of disbelief to sell a happily ever after in a decreased amount of pages. Well, there isn't an HEA, but it ends on a note of hope. Hope in each other, for themselves, and for other characters whose fate hangs in the balance. It's realistic. It's gritty. It's not wrapped in a neat little bow -- it puts an alien race into very human shoes. Does he make the best choices? well, does anyone? no. But it was a lot of fun seeing things from his perspective.
Looking forward to part two of the trilogy, but hoping to see more character stories on the side like this one. *cough* Gunner *cough*
Looking forward to part two of the trilogy, but hoping to see more character stories on the side like this one. *cough* Gunner *cough*
October 18, 2015
Awesome
Very good book and loved the scene after Nico left Larissa's be and Gunner felt the need to wash his eyeballs. Loved it. Was upset about poor Juliana and not getting what she need to keep her strength up. Wish thy could be together poor Nico. Thank you.
Very good book and loved the scene after Nico left Larissa's be and Gunner felt the need to wash his eyeballs. Loved it. Was upset about poor Juliana and not getting what she need to keep her strength up. Wish thy could be together poor Nico. Thank you.
October 9, 2014
This book was an awesome follow-up to Variants, which Nico was a big part of! Cannot wait to see what happens next!
May 17, 2015
surprising
I really enjoy this series and am glad about nico's happiness. There are dark times ahead and I'm glad there is some happiness to be had.
I really enjoy this series and am glad about nico's happiness. There are dark times ahead and I'm glad there is some happiness to be had.
April 6, 2016
totally awesome from beginning to end. I just love Nico.
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