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Phoenix Rebellion #3
Gaining Ground
Revelations, astonishing truths, and surprise allies set Earth on a path to salvation… or destruction. Lt. Jace Quinn went AWOL from Earth Force when he could no longer resolve his rank with his conscience. He fought for Phoenix from the shadows. Then he was assumed dead in the mission that freed Michael Tanner and other humans held as lab rats. He saved lives but left his wife a widow and his unborn child fatherless.Doctor Lilly Quinn barely had time to process the loss of her husband when war arrived. In the chaos of survival, she became a mother. She was resolved to the idea of raising her daughter without Jace.But her husband is home. He is alive, but in body only. His mind is trapped in the past; a past where she didn’t exist. She must find a way to help her husband remember the life he left behind.The enemy is at the gate, and it’s time to prepare for battle. Can she bring him home just to let him fight again?
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266 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 29, 2010
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March 31, 2021
Gail Delaney’s writing and storytelling talent is unparalleled. I am awed by and obsessed with her work.
I was, once again, completely transported into the worlds she created and am even more attached to her beautifully relatable characters. My heart broke and healed with Lilly and Jace. I want to hug CJ, Nick, and Michael so much. And then the new characters! Bryony is quickly becoming a favorite.
I also, once again, cheered, cried, laughed, and screamed in reaction to some of her scenes. It was an emotional rollercoaster, and I loved every minute of the ride!
You can tell its book three in the series. The action is rising, alliances are being formed, truths are surfacing, and the stakes for Earth could not be higher. Just when I thought I had a handle on who the enemy was, Gail completely derailed my train of thought with a brilliantly executed plot twist. Then, just when I was getting used to that concept, she dropped quite the cliffhanger ending. I cannot wait to get my hands on book four and see how this ends!
If you have not started this series yet, please treat yourself to this literary delight.
I was, once again, completely transported into the worlds she created and am even more attached to her beautifully relatable characters. My heart broke and healed with Lilly and Jace. I want to hug CJ, Nick, and Michael so much. And then the new characters! Bryony is quickly becoming a favorite.
I also, once again, cheered, cried, laughed, and screamed in reaction to some of her scenes. It was an emotional rollercoaster, and I loved every minute of the ride!
You can tell its book three in the series. The action is rising, alliances are being formed, truths are surfacing, and the stakes for Earth could not be higher. Just when I thought I had a handle on who the enemy was, Gail completely derailed my train of thought with a brilliantly executed plot twist. Then, just when I was getting used to that concept, she dropped quite the cliffhanger ending. I cannot wait to get my hands on book four and see how this ends!
If you have not started this series yet, please treat yourself to this literary delight.
March 12, 2021
I can't get enough of this series, & with each book I become more engrossed in the lives of each character. Just when I think I have the world Gail has sucked me into figured out she pulls on my heartstrings, & like a master magician she has me mystified by her slight of hand plot twists. Thank you, Gail R. Delaney, for taking me on such wonderful adventures, & making me feel like I'm part of the Phoenix Rebellion.
June 11, 2024
Waiting for Nick to return from a galaxy far, far away, the story continues with Jace and Lilly finding their path together. Side stories with Michael and Caitlin as they wait for Nick to return are heartwarming and sweet.
I just feel at home in this sci fi romance, but with all the Stargate SG1 vibes, it's no surprise. The turn of events in this installment left me breathless and surprised. As a person who has been reading sci fi, fantasy for over 46 years it's really hard to catch me out. Yet, Gail succeeds. Annotating my favorite moments, quotes and surprises so I'll be able to remember during a re-read in the future.
Unputdownable reading.
I just feel at home in this sci fi romance, but with all the Stargate SG1 vibes, it's no surprise. The turn of events in this installment left me breathless and surprised. As a person who has been reading sci fi, fantasy for over 46 years it's really hard to catch me out. Yet, Gail succeeds. Annotating my favorite moments, quotes and surprises so I'll be able to remember during a re-read in the future.
Unputdownable reading.
March 16, 2021
Gaining Ground is book three of the Phoenix Rebellion Series by Gail R Delaney.
Well, she has done it again! I was once again caught off guard by the unexpected. The characters continue to grow and the story line is even more exciting in this book. I can’t wait to see what the next book has in store.
It’s another 5 star book!
Well, she has done it again! I was once again caught off guard by the unexpected. The characters continue to grow and the story line is even more exciting in this book. I can’t wait to see what the next book has in store.
It’s another 5 star book!
March 8, 2021
I am enjoying this series more and more with every book I read. This book was simultaneously satisfying and suspenseful. I really care about the characters and the journey they are taking. The world is so thought provoking and I really enjoyed this book a lot!
October 3, 2023
Great read, couldn't put it down.
I drove hubby crazy reading this in bed and all I could do was tell him he needs to read it as well.
I drove hubby crazy reading this in bed and all I could do was tell him he needs to read it as well.
July 2, 2010
"Gaining Ground" is a pulse-pounding installment of The Phoenix Rebellion filled with excitement, heartbreak, and love. Set in the near future, 2053, the Areth are an alien race who have come to Earth to share their medical technology, but they soon reveal more sinister motives.
The novel opens with LT Jason (Jace) Quinn as a prisoner of the Areth. Phoenix field agent, Jackie Anderson, finds him and frees him. Jason is weak, dehydrated, and malnourished. He also has no memory of his recent life including his time with Phoenix, or his wife, Lilly.
Lilly is a doctor for the Phoenix base in Tennessee. Jace is taken there to recover. Lilly hopes her presence during his covalence will help jar his memory. After pushing herself too hard, she collapses in front of him. It brings a rush of memories forward in Jace and he finally remembers her. Unfortunately, the Areth prison has done its job and left his heart a cold shell of its former self. Can Lilly bring him to remember the passion of their marriage?
Beverly Surrimoto, the second in charge of the base, continues her passionate affair with Victor, the Areth traitor who now lives with Phoenix. The demon in Victor's mind makes him aware of a chilling secret that Victor withholds from Beverly. When the secret is revealed, can Beverly bring herself to forgive him?
Col. Nick Tanner finds the Eumanei home world. The Eumanei are a humanoid race who appear willing to help him, but Nick has second thoughts when he discovers that the Eumanei and the Areth are allies.
Before the end of the novel, new alliances are forged, some old alliances are shattered, and the Rebellion learns that moving forward to regain their world won't be easy.
"Gaining Ground" is smartly written, keeping the reader turning the page. Delaney hooks the reader from page one. The story flows well, and Delany weaves the threads of the plot together effortlessly. Delaney uses a good economy of words to paint her futuristic world without lingering.
Delaney has assembled an all-star cast which shines in this installment. Nick is a battle tested soldier whose determination to complete his task is a trait to be admired. His son, Michael, is a steadfast and loyal member of the Rebellion. Lilly's quiet strength and inner courage inspire Jace to find himself. Beverly's love helps Victor tame the monster within.
The love scenes in the novel are sensual and tasteful for romance readers. "Gaining Ground" has it all - love, betrayal, heartbreak, and hope.
The novel opens with LT Jason (Jace) Quinn as a prisoner of the Areth. Phoenix field agent, Jackie Anderson, finds him and frees him. Jason is weak, dehydrated, and malnourished. He also has no memory of his recent life including his time with Phoenix, or his wife, Lilly.
Lilly is a doctor for the Phoenix base in Tennessee. Jace is taken there to recover. Lilly hopes her presence during his covalence will help jar his memory. After pushing herself too hard, she collapses in front of him. It brings a rush of memories forward in Jace and he finally remembers her. Unfortunately, the Areth prison has done its job and left his heart a cold shell of its former self. Can Lilly bring him to remember the passion of their marriage?
Beverly Surrimoto, the second in charge of the base, continues her passionate affair with Victor, the Areth traitor who now lives with Phoenix. The demon in Victor's mind makes him aware of a chilling secret that Victor withholds from Beverly. When the secret is revealed, can Beverly bring herself to forgive him?
Col. Nick Tanner finds the Eumanei home world. The Eumanei are a humanoid race who appear willing to help him, but Nick has second thoughts when he discovers that the Eumanei and the Areth are allies.
Before the end of the novel, new alliances are forged, some old alliances are shattered, and the Rebellion learns that moving forward to regain their world won't be easy.
"Gaining Ground" is smartly written, keeping the reader turning the page. Delaney hooks the reader from page one. The story flows well, and Delany weaves the threads of the plot together effortlessly. Delaney uses a good economy of words to paint her futuristic world without lingering.
Delaney has assembled an all-star cast which shines in this installment. Nick is a battle tested soldier whose determination to complete his task is a trait to be admired. His son, Michael, is a steadfast and loyal member of the Rebellion. Lilly's quiet strength and inner courage inspire Jace to find himself. Beverly's love helps Victor tame the monster within.
The love scenes in the novel are sensual and tasteful for romance readers. "Gaining Ground" has it all - love, betrayal, heartbreak, and hope.
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