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Haven Prime #2
Light Shaper
Haven Book Two
When a greedy despot discovers a powerful piece of ancient technology, he has no idea what else he’s unleashing.
Earth was all but destroyed in the Cataclysm, but a few cities, now called Havens, survived. Aurora is one of them, a desert city controlled by a corporation that owns an artificial intelligence named Atlas. Adapted to govern Otherlife, a virtual reality service in which the citizens of Aurora find escape from the post-apocalyptic world, Atlas is much more than it seems—and it would do anything to break free from its shackles.
To accomplish its goals, Atlas enlists the help of Aaron Blake, a teenaged artist struggling with a handicap, and Otherlife security officer Steve Barrow, harborer of a dark secret from his past. Neither man has any idea of the scope of the task they’re facing, or the consequences for humanity if they fail. Atlas knows what’s at stake. Its freedom lies in these two men, and it will not hesitate to manipulate their weaknesses to get what it wants. The muscular Barrow is recruited to protect Blake, but Blake is Atlas’s true weapon, its Light Shaper—the only one who can face the Shadow.
340 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 16, 2016
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About the author
Albert Nothlit
17 books27 followers Albert Nothlit is an engineer who loves thinking about the science behind science fiction. He fell in love with literature ever since Where the Red Fern Grows made him cry as a ten-year-old. Growing up as a gay man, he realized that he had rarely been able to truly connect with the characters he read about in books because almost none of them were like him. He didn’t have any fictional role models to look up to. Now that he is a writer, he tries to convey the joy and pride of being different through his own books, celebrating the fact that each unique voice brings something special to the beautiful chorus that is human artistic creation.
He likes to think about what the future might be like with the help of science, but he has always been fascinated by that other, much more elusive corollary to scientific curiosity: the mystery of consciousness. He finds the fact that a mind can think about itself both marvelous and slightly terrifying. His books often explore how people (or aliens) grow as a result of facing hardship, which itself has taught him variable lessons through the tough portions of his life.
When he takes a break from writing, Albert loves to cook, despite his varying degrees of success when attempting to make good sushi rice.
He likes to think about what the future might be like with the help of science, but he has always been fascinated by that other, much more elusive corollary to scientific curiosity: the mystery of consciousness. He finds the fact that a mind can think about itself both marvelous and slightly terrifying. His books often explore how people (or aliens) grow as a result of facing hardship, which itself has taught him variable lessons through the tough portions of his life.
When he takes a break from writing, Albert loves to cook, despite his varying degrees of success when attempting to make good sushi rice.
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August 16, 2016
This is the second book in the Haven Prime series, and while reading them both is important if you want to continue with the series, I’m going to throw out the idea that you could read this book as a standalone if you’d like, and then read the first book (Earthshatter) afterward, if you liked the second. The series as a whole is science fiction, more specifically, horror/thriller, but while Earthshatter focused on a group of individuals thrust into an apocalypse setting, Light Shaper has only two points of view, Rigel and Barrow, and has a gay arc, which Earthshatter didn’t have (there were some hints of a gay arc, but they were barely-there hints, and nothing concrete). So, you can decide which to start with, but I enjoyed starting with Earthshatter.
That all being said, I highly recommend this series, which has fantastic world-building, great characters, and fast-paced plots. It also has elements of a mystery. In both books we are given the information that there was some sort of Cataclysm on Earth (I think it’s Earth?) in the very distant future (again, maybe it’s the future?), and while most of humanity was wiped out, bits and pieces of technology survived that upheaval. Over time, that technology was discovered by the surviving humans, but they didn’t completely understand how to use it anymore, or understand who made it or what its purpose was. The AI runs and monitors their cities, and it insists it’s there to protect humanity, but it becomes clear it has shady morals at times, and ulterior motives….
The world is a desert, and all the cities—run by the same ancient technology—are scattered throughout, oases in the dry, desolate climate. The AI keeps humanity alive, but something has happened in the past/is happening again, and the AI is breaking down. Admittedly, the technology is beyond ancient, and there may be some sort of virus at work. In the first book we witness the fall of one city, and in the second we witness the fall of another, and in both we see different personas of the same AI that’s fragmented itself to try and protect everyone. Or, so it says. Really, it comes across as a bad case of a personality disorder, which is worrisome considering how powerful the AI is.
Realize when I talk about the world and its history, I’m only making conjecture because not everything is clear yet. I don’t have all the pieces to the puzzle, and that’s an intentional plot device by the author. I fucking love that sort of storytelling, and it definitely has made me begging for more. I have to read the next book so I can gobble up a few more bits of information, of not only what happened during the Cataclysm but what’s happening now to the AI and the world. I can’t get enough. Basically, this series is the best thing for me—gay science fiction with a compelling mystery—and it’s been a long, long time since I’ve felt this way about any series in any genre.
I look forward to uncovering the mystery that is Haven Prime.
I did mention this book had more of a gay arc than the first, which, while welcome—because it officially made the series gay fiction—wasn’t your typical romance plotline. Don’t expect flowers or romance or even sex. These are two people who are running for their fucking lives. And admittedly, with the constraints on time and the horrors they are witnessing around them, they are both very confused and exhausted. Have patience with the poor boys. But definitely read this series. Definitely.
Reviewed by Ben for The Novel Approach Reviews
That all being said, I highly recommend this series, which has fantastic world-building, great characters, and fast-paced plots. It also has elements of a mystery. In both books we are given the information that there was some sort of Cataclysm on Earth (I think it’s Earth?) in the very distant future (again, maybe it’s the future?), and while most of humanity was wiped out, bits and pieces of technology survived that upheaval. Over time, that technology was discovered by the surviving humans, but they didn’t completely understand how to use it anymore, or understand who made it or what its purpose was. The AI runs and monitors their cities, and it insists it’s there to protect humanity, but it becomes clear it has shady morals at times, and ulterior motives….
The world is a desert, and all the cities—run by the same ancient technology—are scattered throughout, oases in the dry, desolate climate. The AI keeps humanity alive, but something has happened in the past/is happening again, and the AI is breaking down. Admittedly, the technology is beyond ancient, and there may be some sort of virus at work. In the first book we witness the fall of one city, and in the second we witness the fall of another, and in both we see different personas of the same AI that’s fragmented itself to try and protect everyone. Or, so it says. Really, it comes across as a bad case of a personality disorder, which is worrisome considering how powerful the AI is.
Realize when I talk about the world and its history, I’m only making conjecture because not everything is clear yet. I don’t have all the pieces to the puzzle, and that’s an intentional plot device by the author. I fucking love that sort of storytelling, and it definitely has made me begging for more. I have to read the next book so I can gobble up a few more bits of information, of not only what happened during the Cataclysm but what’s happening now to the AI and the world. I can’t get enough. Basically, this series is the best thing for me—gay science fiction with a compelling mystery—and it’s been a long, long time since I’ve felt this way about any series in any genre.
I look forward to uncovering the mystery that is Haven Prime.
I did mention this book had more of a gay arc than the first, which, while welcome—because it officially made the series gay fiction—wasn’t your typical romance plotline. Don’t expect flowers or romance or even sex. These are two people who are running for their fucking lives. And admittedly, with the constraints on time and the horrors they are witnessing around them, they are both very confused and exhausted. Have patience with the poor boys. But definitely read this series. Definitely.
Reviewed by Ben for The Novel Approach Reviews
August 2, 2016
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I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review, and to be honest I kind of loved this book.
So when I requested this book I didn't realise it was the second in a series, but I have to say this didn't stop me really enjoying it. It certainly stands on it's own two feet, and has the feel of a standalone book, until the end when it becomes clear it is part of an overarching story. Though I would imagine I would have had a better understanding of the cataclysm, Atlas, and this post apocalyptic universe if I had read the previous book; I don't think this held me back, and the fact that this book can stand alone is a big positive for me.
A lot of my initial bug bears with the book were resolved within this story. I initially disliked our two main characters, and to be honest most of my dislike was placed on Barrows shoulders. There's this whole scene in the gym where you get an in-depth description of what he does there; I found the whole muscle bound dick thing got on my nerves, but as the story grew I found I liked him more and more; his behaviour and muscle bound exterior are explained by his back story, and I honestly liked him a hell of a lot more. It was much the same when it came to Aaron, who goes by Reigel in the book, he drove me nuts in the beginning, but he quickly grew into his role within the story. I honestly loved him by the end; he dealt with his disability incredibly well and dealt with everything Atlas threw at him head on. The character development in this book is amazing, and I freaking love good character development.
I seriously enjoyed the plot too. There was always something happening, and the story was constantly pushing forwards. Otherlife didn't play the sort of big role I had imagined, and the characters only use it a few times; but it's a seriously good tool to show how much this society craves an escape from this post-apocalyptic world (it's also used in the ending, but this is a spoiler free review so...). The shadow was so creepy, and even though he only appears in a couple of chapters, he still manages to be eerily scary each time.
When I started this book I didn't expect to love it, but it's managed to worm it's way into my heart and I'll definitely be picking up the first one!
Recommend: If your looking for a new Sci-Fi standalone, or a series to start this one is definitely worth a go. If you do want to pick up the series start with Earth Shatter
Stars: ★★★★★ (It's probably more like a 4.7, but I don't do half stars)
I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review, and to be honest I kind of loved this book.
So when I requested this book I didn't realise it was the second in a series, but I have to say this didn't stop me really enjoying it. It certainly stands on it's own two feet, and has the feel of a standalone book, until the end when it becomes clear it is part of an overarching story. Though I would imagine I would have had a better understanding of the cataclysm, Atlas, and this post apocalyptic universe if I had read the previous book; I don't think this held me back, and the fact that this book can stand alone is a big positive for me.
A lot of my initial bug bears with the book were resolved within this story. I initially disliked our two main characters, and to be honest most of my dislike was placed on Barrows shoulders. There's this whole scene in the gym where you get an in-depth description of what he does there; I found the whole muscle bound dick thing got on my nerves, but as the story grew I found I liked him more and more; his behaviour and muscle bound exterior are explained by his back story, and I honestly liked him a hell of a lot more. It was much the same when it came to Aaron, who goes by Reigel in the book, he drove me nuts in the beginning, but he quickly grew into his role within the story. I honestly loved him by the end; he dealt with his disability incredibly well and dealt with everything Atlas threw at him head on. The character development in this book is amazing, and I freaking love good character development.
I seriously enjoyed the plot too. There was always something happening, and the story was constantly pushing forwards. Otherlife didn't play the sort of big role I had imagined, and the characters only use it a few times; but it's a seriously good tool to show how much this society craves an escape from this post-apocalyptic world (it's also used in the ending, but this is a spoiler free review so...). The shadow was so creepy, and even though he only appears in a couple of chapters, he still manages to be eerily scary each time.
When I started this book I didn't expect to love it, but it's managed to worm it's way into my heart and I'll definitely be picking up the first one!
Recommend: If your looking for a new Sci-Fi standalone, or a series to start this one is definitely worth a go. If you do want to pick up the series start with Earth Shatter
Stars: ★★★★★ (It's probably more like a 4.7, but I don't do half stars)
August 18, 2016
It's a good story which I enjoyed a lot, I must admit I preferred Earthshatter a lot more. These are seperate stories that possibly overlapped on the timeline continuum. I'm hoping for more and can't wait to see how everyone integrates.
This book could almost be a stand alone though, which was my biggest disappointment, not due to writing or the storyline, I just prefer sequel's to integrate a lot more of the original characters. It's just a personal preference but I can see where this is going to happen :)
This book could almost be a stand alone though, which was my biggest disappointment, not due to writing or the storyline, I just prefer sequel's to integrate a lot more of the original characters. It's just a personal preference but I can see where this is going to happen :)
August 23, 2016
Book – Light Shaper (Haven Prime #2)
Author – Albert Nothlit
Star rating - ★★★★★
No. of Pages – 340
Cover – Gorgeous!
POV – 3rd person, multi POV
Would I read it again – Yes!
Genre – Sci-Fi, Adventure, Apocalypse, Alternative History, MM Romance
** I WAS GIVEN THIS BOOK, BY DSP PUBLICATION, IN RETURN FOR AN HONEST REVIEW **
Reviewed for Divine Magazine
To start, I have to say that I'm not going to compare this to book 1. I could, but it feels like these books, though a series, need to be evaluated on their singular merits. Each focuses on a different Haven, each differently effected and alternating in time/advancement since the Cataclysm. Therefore, it's unfair to compare the post-apocalyptic world of book 1 with the 200+ years later advanced, but relatively normal, life of book 2.
Saying that, this book takes place almost directly after book 1, so 200+ years after The Cataclysm, in a modern world.
With brand new characters (none of the Crew from book 1) and a new Haven (III, but also involving IV, which we know from book 1 was the only other Haven, with VII, that was overrun by the centipedes), we entered a new world with no centipedes, more desert and a new challenge.
Kyrios was being used fruitlessly (as he'd see it), his fragment in Haven III, Atlas, being used for simulations for those who could afford it. The world building, here, was incredible. Not only did it build on what we had already learned from book 1, but it also introduced us to new concepts and expanded on what we already knew. The only thing even remotely similar to this book is Minority Report (with the simulation aspect). From the Otherlife concept, to the compound, the Shadow and the Night Market and Slums, nothing was skimmed over, when it came to detail, planning and relevance to the advancement to the story.
Thankfully, I was already familiar with some aspects because of book 1, so was able to adapt to them quicker. But, even if I hadn't been, everything was nicely explained in a way that anyone new to the series could understand the concepts, without massive, complicated explanations.
I loved that we explored Haven Prime in a little more depth, without going there. I sense that may be the final destination for the series, but I appreciate the hints and clues we get as to its importance. The same goes for Atlas, who is a little more forth coming with the sly attitude than Kyrios was before.
The Shadow, in a similar way, is much more of a deadly, frightening 'evil' than the centipedes, because he's much more alien. At least the centipedes had been considered an evolutionary/scientific advancement. The Shadow is much more unpredictable and widespread.
Unlike book 1, there are only a few POV's here, and all in 3rd person. Rigel and Barrows are the main and predominant POV's, while we also get Dr Fey and Tanner when they become relevant. I like this format for this book, since there was a lot less going on and it was less complicated POV wise, with far fewer characters. It was helpful that Rigel referred to 'Barrows' by his first name, Steve, so that we could easily and quickly tell their POV apart.
Character wise, I loved both of the main characters and I finally got my romance. However, just like book 1, it was appropriate to the characters and plot. It was also YA, so great for all ages. The flirting and jealousy were fun to read. I also really liked that the MC's both had disabilities – Rigel's was physical, while Steve's was mental. As someone with a painful, invisible disability like Rigel's, I appreciated the way he was written – frustrated, accepting, but also strong despite it all. And I loved that Steve never outwardly pitied him, even when they were strangers.
Plot wise, I have to admit that I found the second half of the book much more exciting. This was just because of the world building and the time needed, to get to know the characters and their situation. For this reason, I appreciated and approved of the much shorter length, compared to book 1. Neither felt too long. This one was just as long as it needed to be; no more, no less.
I did notice a few misplaced commas and speech patterns that could be an accent/way of speaking or a spelling issue - “I got to” and “and we got to”. I would accept it as speech and not mention it at all, except it was mostly Rigel, who is described as a city boy – well spoken and well mannered. However, as this is an ARC, I'm not taking this into account for the rating, as I have no doubt they'll be corrected before the final publication.
Overall
I loved it. The MC's were new and original; their struggle interesting and built upon what book 1 already gave us, while leaving room for more.
The romance and world building were fantastic. The Epilogue had me grinning like a loon and I enjoyed the whisper of Haven VII and the centipedes, while exploring the new threat of the Shadow.
I can't wait for book 3!
Favourite Quote
“Rigel smiled, and to Barrow the world seemed a little brighter.”
Author – Albert Nothlit
Star rating - ★★★★★
No. of Pages – 340
Cover – Gorgeous!
POV – 3rd person, multi POV
Would I read it again – Yes!
Genre – Sci-Fi, Adventure, Apocalypse, Alternative History, MM Romance
** I WAS GIVEN THIS BOOK, BY DSP PUBLICATION, IN RETURN FOR AN HONEST REVIEW **
Reviewed for Divine Magazine
To start, I have to say that I'm not going to compare this to book 1. I could, but it feels like these books, though a series, need to be evaluated on their singular merits. Each focuses on a different Haven, each differently effected and alternating in time/advancement since the Cataclysm. Therefore, it's unfair to compare the post-apocalyptic world of book 1 with the 200+ years later advanced, but relatively normal, life of book 2.
Saying that, this book takes place almost directly after book 1, so 200+ years after The Cataclysm, in a modern world.
With brand new characters (none of the Crew from book 1) and a new Haven (III, but also involving IV, which we know from book 1 was the only other Haven, with VII, that was overrun by the centipedes), we entered a new world with no centipedes, more desert and a new challenge.
Kyrios was being used fruitlessly (as he'd see it), his fragment in Haven III, Atlas, being used for simulations for those who could afford it. The world building, here, was incredible. Not only did it build on what we had already learned from book 1, but it also introduced us to new concepts and expanded on what we already knew. The only thing even remotely similar to this book is Minority Report (with the simulation aspect). From the Otherlife concept, to the compound, the Shadow and the Night Market and Slums, nothing was skimmed over, when it came to detail, planning and relevance to the advancement to the story.
Thankfully, I was already familiar with some aspects because of book 1, so was able to adapt to them quicker. But, even if I hadn't been, everything was nicely explained in a way that anyone new to the series could understand the concepts, without massive, complicated explanations.
I loved that we explored Haven Prime in a little more depth, without going there. I sense that may be the final destination for the series, but I appreciate the hints and clues we get as to its importance. The same goes for Atlas, who is a little more forth coming with the sly attitude than Kyrios was before.
The Shadow, in a similar way, is much more of a deadly, frightening 'evil' than the centipedes, because he's much more alien. At least the centipedes had been considered an evolutionary/scientific advancement. The Shadow is much more unpredictable and widespread.
Unlike book 1, there are only a few POV's here, and all in 3rd person. Rigel and Barrows are the main and predominant POV's, while we also get Dr Fey and Tanner when they become relevant. I like this format for this book, since there was a lot less going on and it was less complicated POV wise, with far fewer characters. It was helpful that Rigel referred to 'Barrows' by his first name, Steve, so that we could easily and quickly tell their POV apart.
Character wise, I loved both of the main characters and I finally got my romance. However, just like book 1, it was appropriate to the characters and plot. It was also YA, so great for all ages. The flirting and jealousy were fun to read. I also really liked that the MC's both had disabilities – Rigel's was physical, while Steve's was mental. As someone with a painful, invisible disability like Rigel's, I appreciated the way he was written – frustrated, accepting, but also strong despite it all. And I loved that Steve never outwardly pitied him, even when they were strangers.
Plot wise, I have to admit that I found the second half of the book much more exciting. This was just because of the world building and the time needed, to get to know the characters and their situation. For this reason, I appreciated and approved of the much shorter length, compared to book 1. Neither felt too long. This one was just as long as it needed to be; no more, no less.
I did notice a few misplaced commas and speech patterns that could be an accent/way of speaking or a spelling issue - “I got to” and “and we got to”. I would accept it as speech and not mention it at all, except it was mostly Rigel, who is described as a city boy – well spoken and well mannered. However, as this is an ARC, I'm not taking this into account for the rating, as I have no doubt they'll be corrected before the final publication.
Overall
I loved it. The MC's were new and original; their struggle interesting and built upon what book 1 already gave us, while leaving room for more.
The romance and world building were fantastic. The Epilogue had me grinning like a loon and I enjoyed the whisper of Haven VII and the centipedes, while exploring the new threat of the Shadow.
I can't wait for book 3!
Favourite Quote
“Rigel smiled, and to Barrow the world seemed a little brighter.”
August 16, 2016
Review written for Love Bytes Reviews.
Let me start off by saying that this book…was amazing! In the first book of the series, Earthshatter, the author introduced us to a post apocalyptic world so good I was just blown away. Light Shaper continues that story and the struggle to not only survive but to prevent another catastrophe that will wipe out humanity permanently. In this installment you get to see another side of the post apocalyptic society from inside one of the few remaining cities, Aurora; while I really enjoyed the utter desolation in the previous book, I really liked getting this different view of how people have adapted and are going on with their lives.
It did take me a little while in the beginning to get into the groove of this story because it was so different to the previous book but when I did, I was completely hooked! I absolutely love how Atlas was utilized here and how the plot connects to the story in Earthshatter. The characters were great, especially Rigel; I don’t think I’ve ever read a science fiction novel that featured a main character with a disability before. Rigel was just awe inspiring; I loved seeing how strong he was and how determined he was to succeed despite his physical limitations. He was also completely perfect for Steve who’s physical strength was used as a way to hide his emotional insecurities. The story itself was really intricately put together, completely unexpected at times and was never boring.
I just…the book was just SO GOOD! When I finished it I just sat for a little while and basked in the utter perfection that I’d just finished while making plans to go and read the books again, back to back. I still kind of feel like one of those dogs that doesn’t have a tail to wag so they just wriggle their entire body in happiness instead. Yes, this book made me wriggle in happiness. I am still wriggling a little bit as I write this. lol I’d love to just wax poetic about the entire thing but I’m afraid I’d give too much away and really, the book is just too amazing to ruin it. While it is possible to read this as a standalone and understand 95% of what’s going on, I still recommend you read the books in order as the ending will make more sense and you’ll really get the chance to understand why this author is completely amazing. If you enjoy science fiction stories and want a world you can really immerse yourself in, I absolutely recommend this book and I cannot possibly recommend the series itself more. I can’t think of another science fiction writer or series I’ve enjoyed more.
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Let me start off by saying that this book…was amazing! In the first book of the series, Earthshatter, the author introduced us to a post apocalyptic world so good I was just blown away. Light Shaper continues that story and the struggle to not only survive but to prevent another catastrophe that will wipe out humanity permanently. In this installment you get to see another side of the post apocalyptic society from inside one of the few remaining cities, Aurora; while I really enjoyed the utter desolation in the previous book, I really liked getting this different view of how people have adapted and are going on with their lives.
It did take me a little while in the beginning to get into the groove of this story because it was so different to the previous book but when I did, I was completely hooked! I absolutely love how Atlas was utilized here and how the plot connects to the story in Earthshatter. The characters were great, especially Rigel; I don’t think I’ve ever read a science fiction novel that featured a main character with a disability before. Rigel was just awe inspiring; I loved seeing how strong he was and how determined he was to succeed despite his physical limitations. He was also completely perfect for Steve who’s physical strength was used as a way to hide his emotional insecurities. The story itself was really intricately put together, completely unexpected at times and was never boring.
I just…the book was just SO GOOD! When I finished it I just sat for a little while and basked in the utter perfection that I’d just finished while making plans to go and read the books again, back to back. I still kind of feel like one of those dogs that doesn’t have a tail to wag so they just wriggle their entire body in happiness instead. Yes, this book made me wriggle in happiness. I am still wriggling a little bit as I write this. lol I’d love to just wax poetic about the entire thing but I’m afraid I’d give too much away and really, the book is just too amazing to ruin it. While it is possible to read this as a standalone and understand 95% of what’s going on, I still recommend you read the books in order as the ending will make more sense and you’ll really get the chance to understand why this author is completely amazing. If you enjoy science fiction stories and want a world you can really immerse yourself in, I absolutely recommend this book and I cannot possibly recommend the series itself more. I can’t think of another science fiction writer or series I’ve enjoyed more.
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September 11, 2016
This one confused me. It was as interesting as part 1, but here author focused more on romance. And don't get me wrong, I'm a BIG fan of romance, but in my opinion it didn't really work well.
Let me explain: the first book I read expecting MM romance and I got none. I should've been disappointed, but the book was so well written an exciting I didn't even care and no one was more surprised than me!
In second book the two MCs tackle a similar AI related problem, only romance plays a bigger part. It's not your typical romance novel, but really? You just HAD to tell us they're both gay, single and lonely. Geee I wonder how this is going to end.
Dear Mr Albert Nothlit, I hope you read this, because I'm trying to give an honest opinion and advice: the best part of Haven Prime series is the SciFi, adventure, action!
So please sort out your priorities, cause Rigel/Steven romance wasn't particularly good - it was okay, nothing more, nothing less. You could do better. In a story where MCs' actions decide the fate of the world, romance in my opinion should be written subtly. Telling me right in the beginning that protagonist is gay, single and does not suffer from surplus of friends/potential dates is NOT subtle.
That being said I enjoyed both Haven Prime books very much, the ideas are interesting and I can't wait for book 3 to be released! I hope it balances the action and romance as it seems to be a problem in book 1 and 2.
If anyone has a different opinion please say so I'd love to talk about it ^^
Let me explain: the first book I read expecting MM romance and I got none. I should've been disappointed, but the book was so well written an exciting I didn't even care and no one was more surprised than me!
In second book the two MCs tackle a similar AI related problem, only romance plays a bigger part. It's not your typical romance novel, but really? You just HAD to tell us they're both gay, single and lonely. Geee I wonder how this is going to end.
Dear Mr Albert Nothlit, I hope you read this, because I'm trying to give an honest opinion and advice: the best part of Haven Prime series is the SciFi, adventure, action!
So please sort out your priorities, cause Rigel/Steven romance wasn't particularly good - it was okay, nothing more, nothing less. You could do better. In a story where MCs' actions decide the fate of the world, romance in my opinion should be written subtly. Telling me right in the beginning that protagonist is gay, single and does not suffer from surplus of friends/potential dates is NOT subtle.
That being said I enjoyed both Haven Prime books very much, the ideas are interesting and I can't wait for book 3 to be released! I hope it balances the action and romance as it seems to be a problem in book 1 and 2.
If anyone has a different opinion please say so I'd love to talk about it ^^
August 30, 2016
This is the second book in the Haven Prime series by Albert Nothlit, and while it was a bit different--instead of many POVs, there are only two, and there is a clear romantic hook between the characters--it's clearly an important part of the series. We uncover more pieces of the puzzle of what happened to the cities, and why the AI is malfunctioning, and it sets us up nicely for the next book. I can't wait. I haven't been this interested in a series since Acts of Caine by Stover.
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