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Alien Chronicles #3
Once an Alien: Book three of the Alien Chronicles
One super intelligent, super hot alien Zoe can handle, after all she loves Rion. But two spells trouble, especially when it's Pandora. This sassy alien has one agenda, to have as much fun as she can before her people realise she's gone rogue and materialised in human form. Pandora charms students and teachers alike as she parties her way through the term, but still aces her studies. Even Rion is influenced by her as she challenges his beliefs, and he begins to question whether he is still more alien than human. He and Zoe are finally together, but Zoe wonders for how long. She has other worries too, especially about her mother's health. Everything is changing in this final year of high school. But even though Zoe is crazy about Rion, can their new relationship last not only the ups and downs of human problems, but alien ones too?
320 pages, Paperback
Published April 5, 2019
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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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May 16, 2022
Teen Romance
This wear a great little high school romance. All the tears and the surprises were all well placed. I enjoyed every word
This wear a great little high school romance. All the tears and the surprises were all well placed. I enjoyed every word
June 17, 2019
Disclaimer: I received this book from Rockstar Book Tours. Thanks! All opinions are my own.
Book Series: Book 3 for the Alien Chronicles
Rating: 3/5
Diversity: Aliens! Also slight queer moments with Pandora and her charm.
Publication Date: April 5, 2019
Genre: YA Fantasy
Recommended Age: 15+ (love, aliens, romance)
Publisher: Bennett Lane Press
Pages: 320
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Synopsis: One super intelligent, super hot alien Zoe can handle, after all she loves Rion. But two spells trouble, especially when it's Pandora. This sassy alien has one agenda, to have as much fun as she can before her people realise she's gone rogue and materialised in human form. Pandora charms students and teachers alike as she parties her way through the term, but still aces her studies. Even Rion is influenced by her as she challenges his beliefs, and he begins to question whether he is still more alien than human. He and Zoe are finally together, but Zoe wonders for how long. She has other worries too, especially about her mother's health. Everything is changing in this final year of high school. But even though Zoe is crazy about Rion, can their new relationship last not only the ups and downs of human problems, but alien ones too?
Review: I felt like this was a great addition to the series. The characters are back, they’re amazing and just as funny as the last book. The pacing is still fast, so it’s a breeze to read, and the writing gets better with each book.
However, I still feel like there was still too much focus on physical attractiveness and that made me uncomfortable. The POV also changes without warning and it’s really confusing at times.
Verdict: Aliens!
Book Series: Book 3 for the Alien Chronicles
Rating: 3/5
Diversity: Aliens! Also slight queer moments with Pandora and her charm.
Publication Date: April 5, 2019
Genre: YA Fantasy
Recommended Age: 15+ (love, aliens, romance)
Publisher: Bennett Lane Press
Pages: 320
Amazon Link
Synopsis: One super intelligent, super hot alien Zoe can handle, after all she loves Rion. But two spells trouble, especially when it's Pandora. This sassy alien has one agenda, to have as much fun as she can before her people realise she's gone rogue and materialised in human form. Pandora charms students and teachers alike as she parties her way through the term, but still aces her studies. Even Rion is influenced by her as she challenges his beliefs, and he begins to question whether he is still more alien than human. He and Zoe are finally together, but Zoe wonders for how long. She has other worries too, especially about her mother's health. Everything is changing in this final year of high school. But even though Zoe is crazy about Rion, can their new relationship last not only the ups and downs of human problems, but alien ones too?
Review: I felt like this was a great addition to the series. The characters are back, they’re amazing and just as funny as the last book. The pacing is still fast, so it’s a breeze to read, and the writing gets better with each book.
However, I still feel like there was still too much focus on physical attractiveness and that made me uncomfortable. The POV also changes without warning and it’s really confusing at times.
Verdict: Aliens!
May 4, 2019
Zoe is the only person who knows her boyfriend, Rion, is actually a super hot, super intelligent alien. That's more than enough to handle, but when Pandora arrives it seems Zoe and Rion are the only ones who don't fall completely under her spell. What exactly are her motivations for materialising on Earth, and will Rion manage to persuade her to go back before she causes irrevocable damage?
The point of view changes between Zoe and Rion without warning which made it a bit confusing at times. There were a few things that seemed a bit sudden or unexplained, but some of that may have been because I hadn't read the previous books in the series.
An enjoyable light read but I felt the characters were a bit too superficial for me to really get to know them or feel properly invested in their lives. This is a shame as I really liked some of the side characters and would have liked to go a bit deeper.
I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a free copy.
The point of view changes between Zoe and Rion without warning which made it a bit confusing at times. There were a few things that seemed a bit sudden or unexplained, but some of that may have been because I hadn't read the previous books in the series.
An enjoyable light read but I felt the characters were a bit too superficial for me to really get to know them or feel properly invested in their lives. This is a shame as I really liked some of the side characters and would have liked to go a bit deeper.
I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a free copy.
June 29, 2019
I picked up Robin Martin’s Once an Alien, the third book in herThe Alien Chronicles, without having read books 1&2. The good news is that you can kinda sorta catch on and read this one stand-alone. The bad news is that it’s only “kinda sorta” the case. Nevertheless, while it looks like I’ve missed some real fun, I’m not going to penalize for it (as that wouldn’t be fair). And thus book, thanks to Zoe, her “super hot alien” Rion and (most definitely) the wonderfully done Pandora, is a totally fun ride. But for the fact that I’m literally dictating this review to my husband from my hospital bed I could go. The book deserves it. Since I can’t do that I will simply note that the book is easy to recommend (though I do now sorta wish I’d read books 1&2 before book 3).
August 3, 2019
Complicated
Rion is not the only alien who wants to materialize. Meet Pandora, another alien whose host has passed away. Pandora wants to have fun. Materializing in human form is giving her the opportunity she seeks. She even manages to take away the "queen bee" title formerly held by Jaz. She also puts Rion and Zoe's relationship in serious trouble. This is the third book in the trilogy. It is a quick and entertaining read.
Rion is not the only alien who wants to materialize. Meet Pandora, another alien whose host has passed away. Pandora wants to have fun. Materializing in human form is giving her the opportunity she seeks. She even manages to take away the "queen bee" title formerly held by Jaz. She also puts Rion and Zoe's relationship in serious trouble. This is the third book in the trilogy. It is a quick and entertaining read.
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