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Alien Chronicles #2
The Alien Within: Book 2 of The Alien Chronicles
Rion has a secret that only Zoe knows. If only she could remember. But he won't tell her because, well…who wants to be with a 4000 year old alien? Even if he does look seventeen. When his totally unsuitable guardian, Archimedes, forces him to return to East Valley High, he can't help but hope the bond between them is still there. Will Zoe learn to like the human he has become? Yet nothing goes the way he hopes, especially when Harry Crosby turns up and starts turning heads. Maybe even Zoe's? And then there's Jas, who makes it clear she still likes Rion and will stop at nothing to convince him they belong together. As if. Rion's heart still belongs to the one person who seems to have forgotten the connection they once shared. High school, relationships, and dealing with embarrassing 'Uncle' Archimedes cause him more problems than working out what's at the bottom of a black hole. Who knew that being human would be so hard?
198 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 21, 2017
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About the author
Robin Martin
3 books11 followersRobin Matin is an author and teacher, who writes both adult and young adult romance. Originally from Canada, she now lives in Brisbane, Australia. Her YA sci fi romance series, The Alien Chronicles includes My Alien, The Alien Within, and Once an Alien.
Her adult books published under the name Robin Thomas, include High Stakes and Bonjour Cherie.
A member of the Romance Writers of Australia and Write-Links, for children's and YA writers, Robin also connects with writers and readers on her author's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robinmartint... or on her website.
Her adult books published under the name Robin Thomas, include High Stakes and Bonjour Cherie.
A member of the Romance Writers of Australia and Write-Links, for children's and YA writers, Robin also connects with writers and readers on her author's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robinmartint... or on her website.
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July 17, 2018
Even though The Alien Within by Robin Martin, the second book in The Alien Chronicles, is a high-school drama, I couldn’t help but enjoy it immensely.
Rion has decided to stay human, but chose for Zoe’s memories of him to be removed. He bitterly regrets that decision, and also struggles with being human.
Zoe can still feel a connection to Rion, but can’t remember why. Will her memories ever return to her?
I loved the Australianness of this book, and the fact that it takes place in my home city. My favourite moment was when Zoe and Rion, on separate occasions, babysat a stuck-up and vain six-year-old.
Rion has decided to stay human, but chose for Zoe’s memories of him to be removed. He bitterly regrets that decision, and also struggles with being human.
Zoe can still feel a connection to Rion, but can’t remember why. Will her memories ever return to her?
I loved the Australianness of this book, and the fact that it takes place in my home city. My favourite moment was when Zoe and Rion, on separate occasions, babysat a stuck-up and vain six-year-old.
June 17, 2019
Disclaimer: I received this book from Rockstar Book Tours. Thanks! All opinions are my own.
Book Series: The Alien Chronicles Book 2
Rating: 3/5
Diversity: Aliens!
Publication Date: December 21, 2017
Genre: YA Fantasy
Recommended Age: 15+ (love, aliens, and romance)
Publisher: Bennett Lane Press
Pages: 292
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Synopsis: Rion has a secret that only Zoe knows. If only she could remember. But he won't tell her because, well…who wants to be with a 4000 year old alien? Even if he does look seventeen. When his totally unsuitable guardian, Archimedes, forces him to return to East Valley High, he can't help but hope the bond between them is still there. Will Zoe learn to like the human he has become? Yet nothing goes the way he hopes, especially when Harry Crosby turns up and starts turning heads. Maybe even Zoe's? And then there's Jas, who makes it clear she still likes Rion and will stop at nothing to convince him they belong together. As if. Rion's heart still belongs to the one person who seems to have forgotten the connection they once shared. High school, relationships, and dealing with embarrassing 'Uncle' Archimedes cause him more problems than working out what's at the bottom of a black hole. Who knew that being human would be so hard?
Review: I felt like while the book still had its witty banter and the characters are still as engaging as they are in the last book. The book is still fast paced, so this will be a quick read!
However, I felt like the comments about appearance were worse in this book. It’s like the majority of the book is focused on it. The book is also predictable.
Verdict: Alien romance!
Book Series: The Alien Chronicles Book 2
Rating: 3/5
Diversity: Aliens!
Publication Date: December 21, 2017
Genre: YA Fantasy
Recommended Age: 15+ (love, aliens, and romance)
Publisher: Bennett Lane Press
Pages: 292
Amazon Link
Synopsis: Rion has a secret that only Zoe knows. If only she could remember. But he won't tell her because, well…who wants to be with a 4000 year old alien? Even if he does look seventeen. When his totally unsuitable guardian, Archimedes, forces him to return to East Valley High, he can't help but hope the bond between them is still there. Will Zoe learn to like the human he has become? Yet nothing goes the way he hopes, especially when Harry Crosby turns up and starts turning heads. Maybe even Zoe's? And then there's Jas, who makes it clear she still likes Rion and will stop at nothing to convince him they belong together. As if. Rion's heart still belongs to the one person who seems to have forgotten the connection they once shared. High school, relationships, and dealing with embarrassing 'Uncle' Archimedes cause him more problems than working out what's at the bottom of a black hole. Who knew that being human would be so hard?
Review: I felt like while the book still had its witty banter and the characters are still as engaging as they are in the last book. The book is still fast paced, so this will be a quick read!
However, I felt like the comments about appearance were worse in this book. It’s like the majority of the book is focused on it. The book is also predictable.
Verdict: Alien romance!
January 17, 2018
I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
The Alien Within was written by Robin Martin and published by Bennet Lane Press in 2017.
The sequel to My Alien, a book I also reviewed on this site, is every bit as good as the first book. Archimedes reappears as Rion’s guardian and immediately turns Rion’s world upside down. He begins by taking all memory of Rion away from Zoe, so that Rion won’t get involved with her again, and forces Rion to go back to school. Zoe is trying to move on with her life but she can’t really because she feels like she has forgotten something extremely important. Both of them have to adjust to their new lives, his as a human, and hers without memory of him.
I really liked this book. I felt that it was every bit as good as the first one and then some. It was well-written and the plot seemed completely thought-out. This is one of the better YA books.
The Alien Within was written by Robin Martin and published by Bennet Lane Press in 2017.
The sequel to My Alien, a book I also reviewed on this site, is every bit as good as the first book. Archimedes reappears as Rion’s guardian and immediately turns Rion’s world upside down. He begins by taking all memory of Rion away from Zoe, so that Rion won’t get involved with her again, and forces Rion to go back to school. Zoe is trying to move on with her life but she can’t really because she feels like she has forgotten something extremely important. Both of them have to adjust to their new lives, his as a human, and hers without memory of him.
I really liked this book. I felt that it was every bit as good as the first one and then some. It was well-written and the plot seemed completely thought-out. This is one of the better YA books.
December 27, 2018
I think I like this book better than the first one. There was a little more sanity and well thought out decisions made. Of course, there was a little teen angst but it seemed the major characters thought with true love and caring for the object of the love.
The author chose to go into the heads of the major characters to give the reader insight into their souls. I think I would have loved this book as a teen. I liked it a lot as an adult.
The ending came far too soon but at the appropriate time. I can't wait to read the next book! I'd love to see the author take us to the cloud to meet the other aliens that were still in their own form and see how this Alien turned human affects their thoughts and ways of living.
The author chose to go into the heads of the major characters to give the reader insight into their souls. I think I would have loved this book as a teen. I liked it a lot as an adult.
The ending came far too soon but at the appropriate time. I can't wait to read the next book! I'd love to see the author take us to the cloud to meet the other aliens that were still in their own form and see how this Alien turned human affects their thoughts and ways of living.
February 1, 2018
Some sequels or middle of a series books fall short. This one didn't. Rion is stronger than ever before and Zoe is dealing with some major new challenges. It's beyond just school issues, it goes deeper than that. It goes to the core of emotions, humanity, dreams, hopes, and wishes. Critical decisions, clouded issues, new friends, old friends and so much more. I'm really looking forward to more books in this series.
My copy is an ARC. This review is left of my own free will, without compensation, and includes my own thoughts and opinions.
My copy is an ARC. This review is left of my own free will, without compensation, and includes my own thoughts and opinions.
August 9, 2018
These books are quality quick reads. Though I didn't like this as much as the first one as there was less banter between characters, and it seemed to focus a lot more on apperences, that characters would only focus on how good the person looked e.g Harry. I overlooked it in the first book but it was worse in this one. Also this was a bit more predictable than the first. That said I still couldn't bring myself to rate the book a 3 because I did enjoy it. Nice lighthearted fluff, that may be my guilty pleasure.
August 2, 2019
Cliff Notes
If there was a Cliff Notes book, it would be this one. The majority of this book relives the first. I have not read the third book yet but I am hoping it will have a story to it. As for relationships, it goes like this: Rion loves Zoe, Zoe really likes Rion but is unable to remember their past, Harry still likes Zoe, Lou likes Harry, and Jaz and Chad are still unpleasant partners. A quick read.
If there was a Cliff Notes book, it would be this one. The majority of this book relives the first. I have not read the third book yet but I am hoping it will have a story to it. As for relationships, it goes like this: Rion loves Zoe, Zoe really likes Rion but is unable to remember their past, Harry still likes Zoe, Lou likes Harry, and Jaz and Chad are still unpleasant partners. A quick read.
August 5, 2018
Okay so who doesn't read two books in one day? Now I have to wait.... Although this left me frustrated on different levels,I really look forward to seeing how the dynamics take place in the third book.
Well worth reading but not quite like the first book. After the last half though it leads me back to wanting to read more. I have to wait now. *sigh*
Well worth reading but not quite like the first book. After the last half though it leads me back to wanting to read more. I have to wait now. *sigh*
February 23, 2018
My Alien was cute and funny. This book was even better! Strong characters throughout and the storyline was great! I am hoping this isn't the last we see of Zoe, Rion, Harry and the gang!
I was gifted an ARC in return of an honest review.
I was gifted an ARC in return of an honest review.
August 12, 2019
Great read!
I had a great time reading about how Zoe and Rion would finally get back together. It took some time and learning but they are back. Fantastic kudos to the author Robin Martin for this book. I look forward to reading more from her.
I had a great time reading about how Zoe and Rion would finally get back together. It took some time and learning but they are back. Fantastic kudos to the author Robin Martin for this book. I look forward to reading more from her.
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December 13, 2019I want to live on Earth
Room wants to stay on Earth. His"Uncle"had other plans. Room has various conflicts with his friends at school and had to make a big final decision. Final in alien terms.
Room wants to stay on Earth. His"Uncle"had other plans. Room has various conflicts with his friends at school and had to make a big final decision. Final in alien terms.
May 5, 2022
Great Story
Two people both in the senior year of high school. One is a real teenager the other is a four thousand yeast old alien just learning to be human. Choices have been given and taken. This book was a very good read and entertaining for both young and old.
Two people both in the senior year of high school. One is a real teenager the other is a four thousand yeast old alien just learning to be human. Choices have been given and taken. This book was a very good read and entertaining for both young and old.
September 29, 2022
Really Good!
Tlthis is a really enjoyable read. I do suggest you read the first book to get the full benefit. I had a hard t8me putting it down. I'm looking forward to reading the third book.
Tlthis is a really enjoyable read. I do suggest you read the first book to get the full benefit. I had a hard t8me putting it down. I'm looking forward to reading the third book.
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