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Girl from the Stars #2
Daylight
Liora Day’s fate entwined with the crew the day she joined the SS Kratos. Fleeing the Coalition in their attempt to destroy the Omne Occasus before it falls into the wrong hands, the captain and crew band together to save not only their ship, but the fate of the Macrocosm against those who would use the machine for harm. Liora’s heart is caught by Tariq, the damaged, brooding medical officer, but his past is entwined with hers in a way that makes a relationship nearly impossible.
Despite their acceptance, Liora’s presence endangers the ship, the crew, and everyone she meets. She must confront both the demons of her youth and the dangers of running from the Coalition in her fight to save not only the galaxy, but also what is left of her heart.
Despite their acceptance, Liora’s presence endangers the ship, the crew, and everyone she meets. She must confront both the demons of her youth and the dangers of running from the Coalition in her fight to save not only the galaxy, but also what is left of her heart.
298 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 31, 2015
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Cheree Alsop
171 books492 followersCheree Alsop is an award-winning, best-selling author and the mother of a beautiful, talented daughter and amazing twin sons who fill every day with joy and laughter. She is married to her best friend, Michael, the light of her life and her soulmate who shares her dreams and inspires her by reading the first drafts of each book. Cheree is a fulltime author and mother, which is much more fun than work! She enjoys reading, riding her motorcycle on warm nights, and playing with her twins while planning her next book. She is also a bass player for their rock band, Alien Landslide.
Cheree and Michael live in Utah where they rock out, enjoy the outdoors, plan great adventures, and never stop dreaming.
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Cheree and Michael live in Utah where they rock out, enjoy the outdoors, plan great adventures, and never stop dreaming.
Check out Cheree’s other books at www.chereealsop.com
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May 21, 2020
I really enjoyed this one. I'll be honest, it's light sci-fi brain candy. You won't find anything life altering here. But it's been enjoyable enough that I've already purchased the rest of the series. I doubt I'll be disappointed.
My only major complaint is that the first two books were short enough that I really think they should have been just one book. Daylight (book 2) even starts off with chapter 1 literally repeating the final chapter of Daybreak (book 1), with much of the text repeated and with only some minor changes in perspective. It feels like book one was cut short to give it a good cliffhanger, when instead it should have just continued.
Other than that, minor quibbles include that the universe seems awfully small for so many people to coincidentally meet up in the ways they do. Also, the coalition and rebels seem poorly defined overall. And the coalition's behavior on attacking their ship when they have [big spoiler thing that could blow up a galaxy] on board seems kind of unfathomable. But hey, it's a story, and something's gotta drive the plot.
Because of this, I'll be dropping a star on my last review, but I feel this one made up for it well enough, and I look forward to the rest of the series.
My only major complaint is that the first two books were short enough that I really think they should have been just one book. Daylight (book 2) even starts off with chapter 1 literally repeating the final chapter of Daybreak (book 1), with much of the text repeated and with only some minor changes in perspective. It feels like book one was cut short to give it a good cliffhanger, when instead it should have just continued.
Other than that, minor quibbles include that the universe seems awfully small for so many people to coincidentally meet up in the ways they do. Also, the coalition and rebels seem poorly defined overall. And the coalition's behavior on attacking their ship when they have [big spoiler thing that could blow up a galaxy] on board seems kind of unfathomable. But hey, it's a story, and something's gotta drive the plot.
Because of this, I'll be dropping a star on my last review, but I feel this one made up for it well enough, and I look forward to the rest of the series.
July 1, 2020
Very good, but another cliff hanger.
The book makes me want to know what happens next, but ends on another abrupt cliffhanger. Four stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️
The book makes me want to know what happens next, but ends on another abrupt cliffhanger. Four stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️
October 19, 2020
Fast paced action all the way through. I like the characters, though the bridge crew aren't quite as well developed, and a touch forgettable. The relationships are sweet and not cringy. The action is well written, but there's a lack of detail in the follow up which leaves it sometimes confusing.
I'm really liking the series, but I think it could do with a touch of editing to make this amazing.
I'm really liking the series, but I think it could do with a touch of editing to make this amazing.
January 22, 2016
Best series
Great read!
Bravery and friendship, compassion and forgiveness, strength to overcome deadly circumstances, and love... those are the main aspects that describe this book. I didn't like this book... I LOVED it!!! This is one of the best series I have read, and I would recommend this book to anyone who likes adventure, I do.
This is book two of trilogy and I enjoyed greatly both books. Can't wait for the final one.
Great read!
Bravery and friendship, compassion and forgiveness, strength to overcome deadly circumstances, and love... those are the main aspects that describe this book. I didn't like this book... I LOVED it!!! This is one of the best series I have read, and I would recommend this book to anyone who likes adventure, I do.
This is book two of trilogy and I enjoyed greatly both books. Can't wait for the final one.
June 13, 2018
This book does great as a high action space opera adventure. The characterization was adequate but the emotional punch of the story left me wanting. Maybe it was the mood I was in at the time I read it but it didn't sustain me until the end so I put it down. I might check out the author again in the future though.
January 28, 2022
Daylight, the second book of the Girl from the Stars series, is an ebook I borrowed through Kindle Unlimited (KU). A wonderful continuation of the series. Plenty of action, fast-pace, and interesting characters. A great series
December 30, 2017
I honestly can't remember what happened in this book but I gave it three stars and went on to read the next installment, so it must have been fine.
November 19, 2021
Dramatic quest continues, and don't forget the big reveals!
I loved the development of Liora and Tariq's relationship as they escape the clutches of the Coalition and head to Tariq's home planet. We get to really dig into his issues with her species, their conflicted but ever more romantic relationship, and learn a lot about the background of Tariq and Devren while on their home planet. Their ship finds them there, not unsurprisingly, and there are many battles ahead of them. They have to brave Coalition space in order to figure out the next step in their quest, and while they do find out what they need to, it's hard to accomplish with the Coalition on their tail and a universe of unpleasant things that will happily attack a damaged ship! Again they succeed in accomplishing one quest objective while getting in deep trouble and nearly getting themselves killed—first by Damaclans, then Obruo! Devren, Tariq, Liora, and Hyrin (their pilot) are stuck in a landing craft with nowhere to go, only to be rescued by a new player they don't know whether to trust or not. But it's a big reveal when we learn who it is, and very satisfying.
Like book one, this is definitely a series, and there's little to no introduction to the characters that we met in book one. There's also a big cliffhanger readying us for the next book. We've had more setting depth throughout this book. It seems like each time they make progress on their quest, they get set backward at the same time. I'm not sure how many more books there will be, but it seems like there's always one more thing that Liora and her friends need to accomplish. Looking forward to book three!
I received a free beta reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I loved the development of Liora and Tariq's relationship as they escape the clutches of the Coalition and head to Tariq's home planet. We get to really dig into his issues with her species, their conflicted but ever more romantic relationship, and learn a lot about the background of Tariq and Devren while on their home planet. Their ship finds them there, not unsurprisingly, and there are many battles ahead of them. They have to brave Coalition space in order to figure out the next step in their quest, and while they do find out what they need to, it's hard to accomplish with the Coalition on their tail and a universe of unpleasant things that will happily attack a damaged ship! Again they succeed in accomplishing one quest objective while getting in deep trouble and nearly getting themselves killed—first by Damaclans, then Obruo! Devren, Tariq, Liora, and Hyrin (their pilot) are stuck in a landing craft with nowhere to go, only to be rescued by a new player they don't know whether to trust or not. But it's a big reveal when we learn who it is, and very satisfying.
Like book one, this is definitely a series, and there's little to no introduction to the characters that we met in book one. There's also a big cliffhanger readying us for the next book. We've had more setting depth throughout this book. It seems like each time they make progress on their quest, they get set backward at the same time. I'm not sure how many more books there will be, but it seems like there's always one more thing that Liora and her friends need to accomplish. Looking forward to book three!
I received a free beta reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 23, 2020
Exciting space adventure with a few new revelations about the main character, and some romance. It took me a while to catch up with what was going on, as it's been a year since I read the last book. This one dives right in as if it were merely the next chapter of the previous book. I noticed that as well in the author’s “Haunted High” series. There’s no context for the current situation; it’s as if you had merely turned a page, not started a new book with a considerable time lapse since the last one.
There are lots of battles and miraculous escapes. One secondary character sacrifices himself, and his death doesn't affect me until we meet his family. There was another moving scene towards the end.
My usual reading style is to skim when I'm bored, and I did a bit of that here. I'm only interested in action, not descriptions or internal dialogue.
Typos: Fazed is spelled phased, you're is spelled your, en route is written as on route.
There are lots of battles and miraculous escapes. One secondary character sacrifices himself, and his death doesn't affect me until we meet his family. There was another moving scene towards the end.
My usual reading style is to skim when I'm bored, and I did a bit of that here. I'm only interested in action, not descriptions or internal dialogue.
Typos: Fazed is spelled phased, you're is spelled your, en route is written as on route.
November 20, 2020
Kept me engaged
Read book one and grabbed book two after. I also added audio. Started listening when cooking dinner and finished same night. The story continues with action and obstacles to overcome. This is part two and ends with a cliffhanger/ lead in to the next book. A little romance is developing with Tariq. There are some unexpected moments . Not sure what will happen next, but I want to read the next book. Narration is good. Pacing and voices kept me engaged in the story.
Read book one and grabbed book two after. I also added audio. Started listening when cooking dinner and finished same night. The story continues with action and obstacles to overcome. This is part two and ends with a cliffhanger/ lead in to the next book. A little romance is developing with Tariq. There are some unexpected moments . Not sure what will happen next, but I want to read the next book. Narration is good. Pacing and voices kept me engaged in the story.
January 18, 2021
Sorry to say...
Book 2 lost me, it was a struggle to get even halfway through even though I enjoyed the first book. Actual text from Book 1 was repeated a few times, the copious planet-side action was just uninteresting and uninspiring. The author should stick more to space, in my opinion, as she writes it much better. The strongly-telegraphed future love triangle doesn’t interest me either: presumably angst over it will fill up plenty more pages, but I’m quitting now as there seem to be very many more books in the series!
Book 2 lost me, it was a struggle to get even halfway through even though I enjoyed the first book. Actual text from Book 1 was repeated a few times, the copious planet-side action was just uninteresting and uninspiring. The author should stick more to space, in my opinion, as she writes it much better. The strongly-telegraphed future love triangle doesn’t interest me either: presumably angst over it will fill up plenty more pages, but I’m quitting now as there seem to be very many more books in the series!
August 22, 2019
Strong female character with very supportive characters both male and female interwoven into an exciting story set in space. Waiting to read the next book in the series as I couldn't put this one down wondering how she was going to react to the various different stressors she came up against including both her anger and the anger of others because of her face/origin. Story really shows how much racial issues can create conflict but getting to know each other can help with understanding.
September 3, 2019
Non-stop action. Right when I think the Kratos is out of danger another ship's trying to vaporize them in space. In the midst of this Liora's beginning to come into her own understanding of being half human. Well written. No excess page space in the in-between journey to the ship's next destination. A good read. I couldn't put the book down. I'm determined to read through the entire series over the next few days. I recommend this series and I'm only on the third book!
November 24, 2019
New favorite author
I like the plot and the character development and I'm looking forward to seeing more this universe in the following books. I've read several books from several different series by this author and she is fast becoming one of the regular authors in my Kindle unlimited queue
I like the plot and the character development and I'm looking forward to seeing more this universe in the following books. I've read several books from several different series by this author and she is fast becoming one of the regular authors in my Kindle unlimited queue
September 20, 2024
I have submitted this review after listening to the audio book of this title within the series set box. (Audible Membership)
So, how do you dispose of a weapon that can destroy a galaxy? There's a lot of people who seem to want to stop Liora and the crew from finding that question answered and even a lot more that do not want the solution being carried out.
So, how do you dispose of a weapon that can destroy a galaxy? There's a lot of people who seem to want to stop Liora and the crew from finding that question answered and even a lot more that do not want the solution being carried out.
September 1, 2019
Rather good read
This another good booj. Ok did not want to put it down. A few times the chapter changed scenes where I thought it wold be the begining if another chapter but it flowed rather nicely. You really get into rooting for the main character.
This another good booj. Ok did not want to put it down. A few times the chapter changed scenes where I thought it wold be the begining if another chapter but it flowed rather nicely. You really get into rooting for the main character.
September 18, 2019
Girl from the Stars Book 2- Daylight
This book was an enjoyable escape for a few hours. This is not Shakespeare, but who cares? This book is perfect for allowing me to read and relax and look forward to the next volume in the series.
This book was an enjoyable escape for a few hours. This is not Shakespeare, but who cares? This book is perfect for allowing me to read and relax and look forward to the next volume in the series.
February 14, 2021
Wow
What a ride. So much happening and the turns and twists in the story especially between the characters kept me engaged and on the edge of my seat...and how about the twist at the end?
What a ride. So much happening and the turns and twists in the story especially between the characters kept me engaged and on the edge of my seat...and how about the twist at the end?
August 23, 2021
From across the galaxies
Better organized than book one and better characterization. These characters are relatable. Also, more character in the space cadets. Now she has family and potential lovers!! What’s next??
Better organized than book one and better characterization. These characters are relatable. Also, more character in the space cadets. Now she has family and potential lovers!! What’s next??
September 28, 2021
Fast paced!
I really enjoyed all the character development. I did get very frustrated with the ship being attacked constantly. I was very surprised at the ending & can’t wait to read the next book.
I really enjoyed all the character development. I did get very frustrated with the ship being attacked constantly. I was very surprised at the ending & can’t wait to read the next book.
October 4, 2021
Keeps getting better
This book series just keeps getting better with each page that turns, I love the twisted plots some I see coming but others are like a bolt of lightning lol great story with plenty of action but also gentle points as well
This book series just keeps getting better with each page that turns, I love the twisted plots some I see coming but others are like a bolt of lightning lol great story with plenty of action but also gentle points as well
June 1, 2023
Liora
Great writing! The development of the characters is very well done. The plot is intriguing. There are supisises at every turn the biggest is finding out she has a brother, a family! 5 stars. I can't wait to read the next book.
Great writing! The development of the characters is very well done. The plot is intriguing. There are supisises at every turn the biggest is finding out she has a brother, a family! 5 stars. I can't wait to read the next book.
November 24, 2017
Seriously? I think I'm getting through each book faster. I'm so glad that I got the whole series and that I don't have to pause. The tension between Tariq and Liora is off the charts! I thought for sure that something was going to happen with Devren? And OMG, who knew so much about Liora???
April 25, 2018
crazy to the maximum; mindless entertainment
September 11, 2018
Enjoyed reading
I enjoyed reading enjoyed the first book also this one took me longer to read was a bit confusing in some spots off to kindle unlimited to see if it is there.
I enjoyed reading enjoyed the first book also this one took me longer to read was a bit confusing in some spots off to kindle unlimited to see if it is there.
February 3, 2019
Action Packed
I love this series! The pace is great and there’s much adventure to be had. The characters are very interesting and I can’t wait to read the next book.
I love this series! The pace is great and there’s much adventure to be had. The characters are very interesting and I can’t wait to read the next book.
June 21, 2019
Wonderful story
I love this series! Again, I just hate that it leaves you hanging between books! But it will keep you reading and with KU at least it's for free! Great read!
I love this series! Again, I just hate that it leaves you hanging between books! But it will keep you reading and with KU at least it's for free! Great read!
June 23, 2019
I loved Daybreak and the story gets better in Daylight. Action; Adventure; Romance; Family and saving galaxies. So much fun and well written. Looking forward to Day's End
July 8, 2019
This is a great series! I loved it!
August 30, 2019
Good series
I am hooked on your style and the story is very entertaining. I can't wait to finish the whole series!!
I am hooked on your style and the story is very entertaining. I can't wait to finish the whole series!!
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