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When Sienna Nealon finally comes home to Minnesota, she finds old enemies returning and new ones rising.
- GenresFantasy
402 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 31, 2020
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Robert J. Crane
185 books1,170 followersRobert J. Crane was born and raised on Florida's Space Coast before moving to the upper midwest in search of cooler climates and more palatable beer. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a degree in English Creative Writing. He worked for a year as a substitute teacher and worked in the financial services field for seven years while writing in his spare time.
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July 13, 2020
Yes, Sienna Power!
Loved this was a Sienna story. The storyline line was on point. Always trying to make her alone and it just makes her stronger. I never want this series to end. It puts me through all kinds of emotions. I can't wait till the next read. Like Run Riot,but Meltdown works also.
Loved this was a Sienna story. The storyline line was on point. Always trying to make her alone and it just makes her stronger. I never want this series to end. It puts me through all kinds of emotions. I can't wait till the next read. Like Run Riot,but Meltdown works also.
June 24, 2020
I love this series so much
Sienna may not always do what I think she should, but the author is amazing at keeping me in suspense and keeping me on my toes. I can not wait until the next book. I'm so glad I haven't had to wait on the first 40 because I sure read them all back to back. Come on girl. You got this!
Sienna may not always do what I think she should, but the author is amazing at keeping me in suspense and keeping me on my toes. I can not wait until the next book. I'm so glad I haven't had to wait on the first 40 because I sure read them all back to back. Come on girl. You got this!
June 2, 2020
Home sweet not welcomed home
Nothing says welcome home like a suppressant dart in the chest. What a homecoming indeed. This was not exactly the homecoming Sienna envisioned. Talk about hitting a girl while she's down. Not only does she spend a great deal of time in this book being powerless, but then Harry chose this moment to exit stage right. Reed and the team (what's left of the team that is) are gone on a mission, Kat left and won't even talk to Sienna, and then a blast from the past turns up very unexpectedly asking for help. Not to mention the "hospitality" from the good old state of Minnesota. Sienna quickly find herself in a position with no powers and very little help. Talk about being between a rock and a hard place. Sienna is in a kind of dark place with no one to fall back on. All Sienna wants to do is play by the rules like everyone wants of her, but now, it seems like to little too late. Minnesota changed the rules. You are always supposed to be able to come home, but what happens when home doesn't want you back?
All in all, another exciting book by Mr. Crane. I'm nervous, scared and excited for the next book to come out.
Nothing says welcome home like a suppressant dart in the chest. What a homecoming indeed. This was not exactly the homecoming Sienna envisioned. Talk about hitting a girl while she's down. Not only does she spend a great deal of time in this book being powerless, but then Harry chose this moment to exit stage right. Reed and the team (what's left of the team that is) are gone on a mission, Kat left and won't even talk to Sienna, and then a blast from the past turns up very unexpectedly asking for help. Not to mention the "hospitality" from the good old state of Minnesota. Sienna quickly find herself in a position with no powers and very little help. Talk about being between a rock and a hard place. Sienna is in a kind of dark place with no one to fall back on. All Sienna wants to do is play by the rules like everyone wants of her, but now, it seems like to little too late. Minnesota changed the rules. You are always supposed to be able to come home, but what happens when home doesn't want you back?
All in all, another exciting book by Mr. Crane. I'm nervous, scared and excited for the next book to come out.
June 2, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Sienna wants to relax in her home state...others have different wants including the governor
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2020
Sienna wants to relax in her home state...others have different wants including the governor. From the opening page Sienna is on the defensive which never ends. Wants from the governor, the president, meta-human mafia and even her dog all want something from our heroine bad-ass who is always willing to help and protect those who can't protect themselves. This time we have new antagonist popping up seemly out of the blue and others who Sienna thought were abolished for good. Thus is the scene set for Sienna to which she must overcome to survive to live another day. Of course Mr. Crane's everlasting cliffhangers keep us the readers begging for more.
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2020
Sienna wants to relax in her home state...others have different wants including the governor. From the opening page Sienna is on the defensive which never ends. Wants from the governor, the president, meta-human mafia and even her dog all want something from our heroine bad-ass who is always willing to help and protect those who can't protect themselves. This time we have new antagonist popping up seemly out of the blue and others who Sienna thought were abolished for good. Thus is the scene set for Sienna to which she must overcome to survive to live another day. Of course Mr. Crane's everlasting cliffhangers keep us the readers begging for more.
July 28, 2020
Sienna comes of age. Powerless finds a new power.
If you are a follower of the series there will be a subtle change in tone to this book. Very enjoyable, this a shift to the side.
As mentioned in the end of book 39 the local government is planning a ban of meta gums activity and suspect number one is Me Nealon. No prizes as to where the "powerless" comes in to play in the story. The feel of this book is more grown up, more actions have consequence. Same level of swear and gore, defo YA level, that only serves to enhance the book. Not a fast reader like some out there, but ones started i stormed thru it, could not stop till done.
Could be read as a stand alone book as all explained, but recommend the whole seeies, a ride worth taking if you enjoy sci fi , fantasy, super power stuff. Twelve out of ten for this latest edition.
If you are a follower of the series there will be a subtle change in tone to this book. Very enjoyable, this a shift to the side.
As mentioned in the end of book 39 the local government is planning a ban of meta gums activity and suspect number one is Me Nealon. No prizes as to where the "powerless" comes in to play in the story. The feel of this book is more grown up, more actions have consequence. Same level of swear and gore, defo YA level, that only serves to enhance the book. Not a fast reader like some out there, but ones started i stormed thru it, could not stop till done.
Could be read as a stand alone book as all explained, but recommend the whole seeies, a ride worth taking if you enjoy sci fi , fantasy, super power stuff. Twelve out of ten for this latest edition.
June 24, 2020
What do you do with a problem like Sienna?
...take away her powers, apparently. Which isn't really a spoiler since it's the title of the book.
This book saddened me, but mainly because of the departure of a character I absolutely love. An old face shows up unexpectedly, and Sienna once again goes from having nothing to do to balancing the entire world and the kitchen sink on her shoulders.
This still feels like the calm before the storm after the rollercoaster ride that was Control, but there's plenty going on and sometimes seeing how Sienna deals with being ordinary is more exciting than having her go all-guns-blazing with a huge suite of abilities.
And the cliffhanger this ends on will definitely have you salivating for Meltdown. Good job, Robert!
...take away her powers, apparently. Which isn't really a spoiler since it's the title of the book.
This book saddened me, but mainly because of the departure of a character I absolutely love. An old face shows up unexpectedly, and Sienna once again goes from having nothing to do to balancing the entire world and the kitchen sink on her shoulders.
This still feels like the calm before the storm after the rollercoaster ride that was Control, but there's plenty going on and sometimes seeing how Sienna deals with being ordinary is more exciting than having her go all-guns-blazing with a huge suite of abilities.
And the cliffhanger this ends on will definitely have you salivating for Meltdown. Good job, Robert!
June 3, 2020
You know, I thought that maybe, just maybe, Sienna would get a bit of a break, after everything she went through in the last wider series arc.
WRONG!!!
Although it's not really more of the same. Don't misunderstand, there are the big baddies, there's the standard suspicion and oversight from others.
But this feels worse. Closer to home. More personal and more difficult to see a way through.
With everything that happens, Sienna's state of mind by the end, is hardly surprising.
That cliffy though? Nice work Mr Crane. Very nice.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
WRONG!!!
Although it's not really more of the same. Don't misunderstand, there are the big baddies, there's the standard suspicion and oversight from others.
But this feels worse. Closer to home. More personal and more difficult to see a way through.
With everything that happens, Sienna's state of mind by the end, is hardly surprising.
That cliffy though? Nice work Mr Crane. Very nice.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
July 22, 2020
Powerless(The Girl in the Box Book40)
wow, I've made it through all 40 of these books now. I think at this point I am just feeling like Siena is never going to be aloud to have the time to just be happy or to be able to have the time to connect with her family and friends in a way where she can be truly comfortable I her relationships with any of them.The books are incredible, I guess I'm just feeling sorry for Siena, Reed, Harry heck the whole lot of them and it looks like it's only going to go down hill from here for the gang. A+Author,I wouldn't pass up his work.
wow, I've made it through all 40 of these books now. I think at this point I am just feeling like Siena is never going to be aloud to have the time to just be happy or to be able to have the time to connect with her family and friends in a way where she can be truly comfortable I her relationships with any of them.The books are incredible, I guess I'm just feeling sorry for Siena, Reed, Harry heck the whole lot of them and it looks like it's only going to go down hill from here for the gang. A+Author,I wouldn't pass up his work.
September 4, 2020
Sienna finds herself protecting two people, one being her old dog, Owen. He owes for gambling debts and she learns it's to her old nemesis Omega that has secretly reformed its organization. Making matters harder, Minnesota's governor has started new suppressant protocols in her bid to rid her state of metas, target number one being Sienna. It was frustrating how many times she was rendered powerless in this one, she gets treated so unfairly. I was also sad Harry took off & based on what he says about the future, I am really worried where the story is going.
June 7, 2020
The best, so far...
I thought the series as finished but this episode sets us up for many more future stories. With everyone against her, she still plays nice to the authorities, and merciful to her opponents, mostly. People that read these books must enjoy the fact that Sienna Nealon is not only powerful and savage, but saviour of the right and just. Most of us would just wipe out our enemies if we had her powers, so frustrating that she doesn't stomp on them.
I thought the series as finished but this episode sets us up for many more future stories. With everyone against her, she still plays nice to the authorities, and merciful to her opponents, mostly. People that read these books must enjoy the fact that Sienna Nealon is not only powerful and savage, but saviour of the right and just. Most of us would just wipe out our enemies if we had her powers, so frustrating that she doesn't stomp on them.
March 25, 2021
Definitely not what I expected
OK so this book was really good. But they were definitely some aspects about the story that bothered me, especially the twist at the end. I won’t spoil it for those reading the review, but it definitely left me with questions about the future of these stories. And I really was hoping Siana would catch some breaks but apparently not. Either way, I did enjoy this book and I can’t wait for the next one.
OK so this book was really good. But they were definitely some aspects about the story that bothered me, especially the twist at the end. I won’t spoil it for those reading the review, but it definitely left me with questions about the future of these stories. And I really was hoping Siana would catch some breaks but apparently not. Either way, I did enjoy this book and I can’t wait for the next one.
June 3, 2020
Amazing
I love this series. Robert J Crane does such an amazing job keeping Sienna human with the way she reacts to all the chaos that comes with being her. I hope she stays fun to wrote for many more years.
I love this series. Robert J Crane does such an amazing job keeping Sienna human with the way she reacts to all the chaos that comes with being her. I hope she stays fun to wrote for many more years.
June 4, 2020
Another fab book
Im vetting throughthese books faster than you can write them please keep going my nights are so much better when i can read them through the shifts well done Robert j crane more please
Im vetting throughthese books faster than you can write them please keep going my nights are so much better when i can read them through the shifts well done Robert j crane more please
June 6, 2020
Boom!
Wow, Powerless is a bumpy ride through hell! The gang is back together, but their paths are scattered. Throw in some goomba metas & you've got a recipe for a disaster of Sienna proportions. All that, only to be left hanging. Well played RJC, well played!
Wow, Powerless is a bumpy ride through hell! The gang is back together, but their paths are scattered. Throw in some goomba metas & you've got a recipe for a disaster of Sienna proportions. All that, only to be left hanging. Well played RJC, well played!
June 20, 2020
Sienna is at it again
Sienna is home but home is anything but. Old and new foes, and Minnasota's governor wants her in the cube or gone. Life turned upside down freedom from the government is anything but freedom.
Sienna is home but home is anything but. Old and new foes, and Minnasota's governor wants her in the cube or gone. Life turned upside down freedom from the government is anything but freedom.
June 27, 2020
Great series
The fact that I am still reading this series after 40 books speaks for itself. I usually start to lose interest if it hasn’t come to a conclusion somewhere around book 15. I recommend this series. The author has a wicked wit that I think everyone will enjoy.
The fact that I am still reading this series after 40 books speaks for itself. I usually start to lose interest if it hasn’t come to a conclusion somewhere around book 15. I recommend this series. The author has a wicked wit that I think everyone will enjoy.
July 23, 2021
Oh Sienna…
As always Robert continues to enthrall me with Sienna’s sarcasm and wit in the face of bullshit!! I love it! I feel as if he wrote this series about myself. I relate to her in so very many ways! Highly recommended to those that appreciate a twisted humor.
As always Robert continues to enthrall me with Sienna’s sarcasm and wit in the face of bullshit!! I love it! I feel as if he wrote this series about myself. I relate to her in so very many ways! Highly recommended to those that appreciate a twisted humor.
June 5, 2020
The hits keep on coming.
One of the best series out there. Start at the beginning and enjoy the ride. Now to wait for the next one.
One of the best series out there. Start at the beginning and enjoy the ride. Now to wait for the next one.
June 7, 2020
Another nail bitter
Mr. Crane did it again. He kept the twists and turns coming so much I couldn’t put this book down. Can’t wait to see what is next...
Mr. Crane did it again. He kept the twists and turns coming so much I couldn’t put this book down. Can’t wait to see what is next...
June 8, 2020
Love Sienna
Loved it, as usual Robert J Crane does not disappoint and can't wait for the next book in the series.
Loved it, as usual Robert J Crane does not disappoint and can't wait for the next book in the series.
June 16, 2020
I love this series , I can hardly wait till the next book,
June 17, 2020
Disappointed
June 21, 2020
Good series. Surprised ending.
July 9, 2020
Surprising
This series took a turn I wasn't expecting. Hometown betrayal. Actually betrayals on all sides. Definitely a must read. Exceptionally good.
This series took a turn I wasn't expecting. Hometown betrayal. Actually betrayals on all sides. Definitely a must read. Exceptionally good.
July 24, 2020
Great book! Always love Sienna and her snark! Cant wait till the next book!
August 4, 2020
Another good Sienna book.
August 4, 2020
It still amazes me that RJC can create the freshness he does...on even the 40th book in the series! Please keep going!
August 12, 2020
I love fantasy books and this author knows how to keep me interested. Will follow Sienna till the end of this series then I will probably read them all again! Thanks Robert J. Crane!
August 15, 2020
Keep them coming.
In typical RJC fashion, it left us wanting more. This book recounts a lot from past books, which makes me want to go re read them.
In typical RJC fashion, it left us wanting more. This book recounts a lot from past books, which makes me want to go re read them.
September 17, 2020
Love his stuff
Did not disappoint. I love the Girl in the Box series and the Sanctuary series. Always anticipate the next is either.
Did not disappoint. I love the Girl in the Box series and the Sanctuary series. Always anticipate the next is either.
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