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She's locked in a prison of silence. Can a mind-reading alien free her?
Cassie Steward has not spoken a word. Ever. A congenital birth defect robbed her of the ability to speak. Craving independence from her overprotective, well-meaning mother, she gets a job at the antique store in their small town. Yet, the fact remains she’ll always need to write notes to communicate. Then she meets Psy, an alien with telepathic abilities. From the moment his mind touches hers, the universe seems within her grasp, and she envisions fulfilling all her dreams with Psy at her side.
Soon after encountering the beautiful, shy Cassie, Psy realizes she’s his genmate. It doesn’t matter she can’t talk—he loves her as she is. But as their telepathic connection deepens, he begins to suspect her inability to speak is more than a congenital happenstance. Something far more sinister appears to be keeping her a virtual prisoner. He’s certain his psychic powers can unlock the secrets in Cassie’s mind.
But will revealing the truth liberate her…or destroy their bond?
Cassie Steward has not spoken a word. Ever. A congenital birth defect robbed her of the ability to speak. Craving independence from her overprotective, well-meaning mother, she gets a job at the antique store in their small town. Yet, the fact remains she’ll always need to write notes to communicate. Then she meets Psy, an alien with telepathic abilities. From the moment his mind touches hers, the universe seems within her grasp, and she envisions fulfilling all her dreams with Psy at her side.
Soon after encountering the beautiful, shy Cassie, Psy realizes she’s his genmate. It doesn’t matter she can’t talk—he loves her as she is. But as their telepathic connection deepens, he begins to suspect her inability to speak is more than a congenital happenstance. Something far more sinister appears to be keeping her a virtual prisoner. He’s certain his psychic powers can unlock the secrets in Cassie’s mind.
But will revealing the truth liberate her…or destroy their bond?
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First published October 27, 2020
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Cara Bristol
108 books940 followersUSA Today bestselling author Cara Bristol writes science fiction romance about tough alien and cyborg heroes who fall hard for sassy heroines.
Cara is a homebody who married a wanderer. When she’s not writing or being distracted by squirrels cavorting outside her office window, she enjoys reading and traveling the world with her husband. Topping her bucket list is visiting all seven continents and petting a squirrel.
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Cara is a homebody who married a wanderer. When she’s not writing or being distracted by squirrels cavorting outside her office window, she enjoys reading and traveling the world with her husband. Topping her bucket list is visiting all seven continents and petting a squirrel.
Visit her website to get a free sci-fi romance.
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October 19, 2020
Psy is book three in the Alien Castaways series by Cara Bristol. I think this one might be my favorite of the series so far. Cara managed to surprise me when things were revealed!
Cassie Steward is twenty three years old and lives with her mother in Argent, Idaho. She and her mother moved to Argent about three months ago. Cassie cannot speak due to a birth defect. As a result, her mother is very over protective. Even though she can’t speak aloud, though, Cassie is very bright and creative. She communicates by writing on a notepad she keeps around her neck. As her first act of independence, Cassie has gotten a job at Timeless Treasures Antiques in Argent. She loves her job and her boss. It’s there where she met Psy, a man who took her breath away, and changed her life.
Psy is one of six alien castaways whose ship crashed on to Earth. They decided to stay and make Earth their new home and the six have become brothers of the heart. Psy has telepathic abilities. He has watched two of his brothers find their genmate and get married. He hasn’t wanted to get his hopes up that he would someday find his own. But when he walked past the antique store and saw the beautiful young woman in the window, he had to go in and meet her. When he realized she couldn’t speak and touched her mind with his, he knew right away she was his genmate.
“Although her nearness stirred all manner of lustful sensations, it had a calming, peaceful effect too. Something lost had been found.”
Being able to communicate telepathically with Psy is a dream come true for Cassie. For the first time in her life, she can speak with someone. Their bond strengthens quickly. But when something happens to require Psy to look deeper into Cassie’s psyche, he begins to suspect there is more to her inability to speak than she realizes. Now if only he can convince her to allow him to investigate further.
When I started this one, I thought things would go one way, and they took a complete different direction. I love when that happens. Psy is always getting asked to help others so I loved that he finally gets his own chance to find love. And I loved the connection he found with Cassie. This was a sweet, fun, sexy and a bit suspenseful read that I enjoyed. I can’t wait to see what comes next in this series.
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Cassie Steward is twenty three years old and lives with her mother in Argent, Idaho. She and her mother moved to Argent about three months ago. Cassie cannot speak due to a birth defect. As a result, her mother is very over protective. Even though she can’t speak aloud, though, Cassie is very bright and creative. She communicates by writing on a notepad she keeps around her neck. As her first act of independence, Cassie has gotten a job at Timeless Treasures Antiques in Argent. She loves her job and her boss. It’s there where she met Psy, a man who took her breath away, and changed her life.
Psy is one of six alien castaways whose ship crashed on to Earth. They decided to stay and make Earth their new home and the six have become brothers of the heart. Psy has telepathic abilities. He has watched two of his brothers find their genmate and get married. He hasn’t wanted to get his hopes up that he would someday find his own. But when he walked past the antique store and saw the beautiful young woman in the window, he had to go in and meet her. When he realized she couldn’t speak and touched her mind with his, he knew right away she was his genmate.
“Although her nearness stirred all manner of lustful sensations, it had a calming, peaceful effect too. Something lost had been found.”
Being able to communicate telepathically with Psy is a dream come true for Cassie. For the first time in her life, she can speak with someone. Their bond strengthens quickly. But when something happens to require Psy to look deeper into Cassie’s psyche, he begins to suspect there is more to her inability to speak than she realizes. Now if only he can convince her to allow him to investigate further.
When I started this one, I thought things would go one way, and they took a complete different direction. I love when that happens. Psy is always getting asked to help others so I loved that he finally gets his own chance to find love. And I loved the connection he found with Cassie. This was a sweet, fun, sexy and a bit suspenseful read that I enjoyed. I can’t wait to see what comes next in this series.
For more about this book and so many others, come and visit me at Carol's Crazy Bookish World.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Carol...
June 25, 2021
Gah, the feels, the tears. Freakin' too sweet!! I really liked it, just don't tell anybody!
October 27, 2020
I really enjoyed reading this very intriguing, Sci-Fi Alien romance & it is a splendid addition to the “Alien Castaways” series which covers six aliens that escape from a conniving Xeno Consortium that has murderous intentions & crash-lands on earth (this series is loosely connected to the very popular “Intergalactic Dating Agency” series). I found the plot to be very interesting with an unexpected twist & it has well-described scenes with good world building. It can be read as a standalone but to fully enjoy the underlying storyline, I would recommend reading the series. The main characters are well-developed with complex personalities & have realistic flaws with some darkish issues. I was fascinated by their influences on each other as they continued to develop throughout the story-line to become a well-adjusted couple.
It is about: one of the six aliens (Psy, a Verial with telepathic abilities) notices a attractive young woman (Cassie Steward) in a store & goes in to meet her but discovers that she cannot speak so he mental connects with her & the attractions flare but there is trouble on the horizon.
There is: various kinds of aliens, rogues, a caring boss (Verna), humans, friendship, fated mates/genmates, adventure, action, secrets, mystery, humor, suspense, intrigue, twists & turns, drama, attractions, misunderstandings, suspicions, devious manipulations, discovery, devastating memories, contentment, love & a well-deserved satisfying conclusion. I look forward to future books in this series with great anticipation & would recommend this book.
It is about: one of the six aliens (Psy, a Verial with telepathic abilities) notices a attractive young woman (Cassie Steward) in a store & goes in to meet her but discovers that she cannot speak so he mental connects with her & the attractions flare but there is trouble on the horizon.
There is: various kinds of aliens, rogues, a caring boss (Verna), humans, friendship, fated mates/genmates, adventure, action, secrets, mystery, humor, suspense, intrigue, twists & turns, drama, attractions, misunderstandings, suspicions, devious manipulations, discovery, devastating memories, contentment, love & a well-deserved satisfying conclusion. I look forward to future books in this series with great anticipation & would recommend this book.
October 16, 2020
An excellent story!
I’m really enjoying this Alien Castaways series. I love the diversity of the aliens, their different looks and abilities. Of all these we’ve met, Psy, the Verital, has an ability that has such potential for abuse. I guess what I mean is that this one scares me the most. The idea of being manipulated into behaving in an abnormal way is repugnant. Psy, however, is not that kind of person. Cassie’s inability to speak often makes her frustrated. I love seeing Psy help her blossom through the use of telepathy (permission is asked). Their story is sweet, thrilling, with the discovery of horrendous deeds that could change their lives. Very exciting reading!
I’m really enjoying this Alien Castaways series. I love the diversity of the aliens, their different looks and abilities. Of all these we’ve met, Psy, the Verital, has an ability that has such potential for abuse. I guess what I mean is that this one scares me the most. The idea of being manipulated into behaving in an abnormal way is repugnant. Psy, however, is not that kind of person. Cassie’s inability to speak often makes her frustrated. I love seeing Psy help her blossom through the use of telepathy (permission is asked). Their story is sweet, thrilling, with the discovery of horrendous deeds that could change their lives. Very exciting reading!
October 20, 2020
Alien Castaways showcases a series of charming alien heroes and their quest to find their special someone. I love how they get the chance to be heroes and feel utter love and respect for their match. Some spice, some excitement, and lots of adorable alien-human encounter leaves me eager for each new story.
Psy is the third book in the Alien Castaways series of standalone, but inter-related romances. The first book, Chameleon introduces their situation and all the aliens so I think they are best read in order.
Psy is a Verital alien which gives him the gift to speak mind to mind, control minds, and alter thoughts. He is honorable through and through and will not use his abilities other than with consent or in the direst need. He and his friends are finally starting to feel safe enough to think of earth as home, but he is lonely and wonders if he'll ever find his genmate. With these thoughts, he wanders into town to look around and spots a human woman working inside a shop window. She broadcasts her emotions so strongly that even without trying he picks up on the fact that she is frustrated and lonely, too. Can it be?
Cassie Stewart has been mute all her life and under the care of an overprotective mother who only recently consented to her taking the job at the antique shop. Her life has been a series of moves, isolation from others because she can't speak out loud, and few opportunities. At twenty-three, she finally has a job and is considering getting emancipated from her mom so she can move out on her own. She is frustrated to not be able to have one casual conversation because she has to write down all her words. Then she meets an alien telepath who gives her the gift of mind to mind conversation and it is with Psy that she learns to feel love and acceptance for the first time, but what to do about her overbearing mother and her own dreams...
Like the previous stories, the author puts a little mystery into the sci-fi romancing. Cassie's situation is not simply a disability and Psy perceives this. She has snippets of memory and her situation with her mom doesn't add up. I enjoyed seeing Cassie go from downtrodden to confident because of Psy. He is so sweet about finding his mate, but letting her make the calls for what she wants even when she strikes out in anger because she gets the wrong end of the stick. I enjoyed the exciting twist at the end. Psy and Cassie were a great couple and of course, I'm greedy so I want the other three and even their buddy in Seattle to get their stories next.
In summary, Psy was a quick and fun spicy alien romance with an exciting suspense thread tucked in for good measure. I recommend these to lovers of lighter sci-fi romance.
My thanks to the author for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
Psy is the third book in the Alien Castaways series of standalone, but inter-related romances. The first book, Chameleon introduces their situation and all the aliens so I think they are best read in order.
Psy is a Verital alien which gives him the gift to speak mind to mind, control minds, and alter thoughts. He is honorable through and through and will not use his abilities other than with consent or in the direst need. He and his friends are finally starting to feel safe enough to think of earth as home, but he is lonely and wonders if he'll ever find his genmate. With these thoughts, he wanders into town to look around and spots a human woman working inside a shop window. She broadcasts her emotions so strongly that even without trying he picks up on the fact that she is frustrated and lonely, too. Can it be?
Cassie Stewart has been mute all her life and under the care of an overprotective mother who only recently consented to her taking the job at the antique shop. Her life has been a series of moves, isolation from others because she can't speak out loud, and few opportunities. At twenty-three, she finally has a job and is considering getting emancipated from her mom so she can move out on her own. She is frustrated to not be able to have one casual conversation because she has to write down all her words. Then she meets an alien telepath who gives her the gift of mind to mind conversation and it is with Psy that she learns to feel love and acceptance for the first time, but what to do about her overbearing mother and her own dreams...
Like the previous stories, the author puts a little mystery into the sci-fi romancing. Cassie's situation is not simply a disability and Psy perceives this. She has snippets of memory and her situation with her mom doesn't add up. I enjoyed seeing Cassie go from downtrodden to confident because of Psy. He is so sweet about finding his mate, but letting her make the calls for what she wants even when she strikes out in anger because she gets the wrong end of the stick. I enjoyed the exciting twist at the end. Psy and Cassie were a great couple and of course, I'm greedy so I want the other three and even their buddy in Seattle to get their stories next.
In summary, Psy was a quick and fun spicy alien romance with an exciting suspense thread tucked in for good measure. I recommend these to lovers of lighter sci-fi romance.
My thanks to the author for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
October 14, 2020
I think I love this one more than Wingman. The drama is on point a d it almost has a fairytale vibe to it. I adored Cassie and Psy. They compliment each other perfectly and I love how no matter what they have each other’s backs. It is a page turner and I stayed up way too late reading
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 19, 2020
A wonderful addition to the series, totally riveting once you start you cannot put the book down
In this the third book in the series there is a very special interaction between Cassie a young woman that has live in a world of silence since her birth and now that she older she takes matters into her own hands a finds a job working at the antique store where she writes any responses to customers.
PSY is one of the group of aliens that landed in the small town and he has psychic abilities that enable him to look into peoples minds and when he first sees Cassie at the antique store, he instantly knows that she is in fact his gen mate.
As the time goes on and they continue to spend some time together PSY realises that the story of the birth defect causes her inability of speech and he knows that the truth is far more sinister.
I do now want to spoil the plot so will only say that as the story unravels you will be intrigued by the truth of this plot as it unravels, a truly captivating read and wonderful addition to this series.
I voluntarily received and review an Advanced Reader Copy
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the great writing.
In this the third book in the series there is a very special interaction between Cassie a young woman that has live in a world of silence since her birth and now that she older she takes matters into her own hands a finds a job working at the antique store where she writes any responses to customers.
PSY is one of the group of aliens that landed in the small town and he has psychic abilities that enable him to look into peoples minds and when he first sees Cassie at the antique store, he instantly knows that she is in fact his gen mate.
As the time goes on and they continue to spend some time together PSY realises that the story of the birth defect causes her inability of speech and he knows that the truth is far more sinister.
I do now want to spoil the plot so will only say that as the story unravels you will be intrigued by the truth of this plot as it unravels, a truly captivating read and wonderful addition to this series.
I voluntarily received and review an Advanced Reader Copy
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the great writing.
October 14, 2020
This is the third book in the Alien Castaways series, where an alien crew is forced to land their damaged ship on earth, and each book just continues to get better. I loved the stories in Book 1, with Chameleon and Kevanne, and Book 2, with Wingman, Delia, and Izzy, which are both stand alone books, as is this one with Psy and Cassie. Although you can read them individually, I strongly recommend that you read them in order, so you get the background story of the entire castaways crew.
In this book, Cassie is a 23 year old young woman who has never been able to speak. She lives with her overly protective mother, but longs to have a life of her own. When she meets Psy, an alien with mind reading, telepathic abilities, she finds that she can communicate with him. This opens a whole new world to her and she falls for him almost immediately. For Psy, he realizes that she is his genmate, his one true love. But Cassie's mom is not in favor of this budding relationship and there are walls and secrets that Psy will have to help Cassie discover in order for their relationship to go further.
In this book, Cassie is a 23 year old young woman who has never been able to speak. She lives with her overly protective mother, but longs to have a life of her own. When she meets Psy, an alien with mind reading, telepathic abilities, she finds that she can communicate with him. This opens a whole new world to her and she falls for him almost immediately. For Psy, he realizes that she is his genmate, his one true love. But Cassie's mom is not in favor of this budding relationship and there are walls and secrets that Psy will have to help Cassie discover in order for their relationship to go further.
October 19, 2020
I received this book free in exchange for a review. The first question I would ask - is why aren't there more stars? Cara deserves 10 for her books.
This story was so beautiful - Cassie suffers from a congenital birth defect that renders her mute. She has to rely on pen and paper to make herself "heard". She has to tolerate an overprotective mother which, for anyone can be burdensome but for a 23 years old it's starting to become ordinary. Enter Psy and suddenly Cassie has someone she can "talk' to because Psy is a telepath - he can communicate with her in her mind and she can do the same. Psy begins to believe that Cassie's problem may be more than originally thought. Can he help her to verbally talk?
Any book with Cara Bristol's name is worth walking to the end of the Earth for. Thankfully we have computers and can get them at the click of a button. Thank you technology!!
This story was so beautiful - Cassie suffers from a congenital birth defect that renders her mute. She has to rely on pen and paper to make herself "heard". She has to tolerate an overprotective mother which, for anyone can be burdensome but for a 23 years old it's starting to become ordinary. Enter Psy and suddenly Cassie has someone she can "talk' to because Psy is a telepath - he can communicate with her in her mind and she can do the same. Psy begins to believe that Cassie's problem may be more than originally thought. Can he help her to verbally talk?
Any book with Cara Bristol's name is worth walking to the end of the Earth for. Thankfully we have computers and can get them at the click of a button. Thank you technology!!
October 29, 2020
OMG What a story. Psy finds his genmate in town. He see her across the street as she is setting up a window display. Cassie looks up and sees Psy and feels an instant connection. Cassie is unable to speak and has to write things out. She is in luck with Psy as he can speak to her telepathically. As they get to know each Psy notices a dark area and gets distracted from investigating it. When he goes to see Cassie, she breaks up with him for no apparent reason. What's going on? Must read to find out. Fast paced story. I love it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 30, 2020
When reading this book, it gave me the same feeling as spring. There was a gentle nurturing theme in this book, like the soft rains in Spring. It was something the main heroine needed and was completely accurate and in line with the whole story. It is refreshing to see a main hero not as a bully. He understood what was happening, helped and was such a romantic soul.
Sometimes alien romance is all about alpha males and submissive females, which I like as well, but here they were really partners and mates.
This book deserves a spot in the "try not to say aww" challenge.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Sometimes alien romance is all about alpha males and submissive females, which I like as well, but here they were really partners and mates.
This book deserves a spot in the "try not to say aww" challenge.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 30, 2020
I loved this story. I didn't want it to end. I was caught up in the action from the first page. I loved how Cassie and Psy were able to communicate. Psy is one of the castaways who are making Earth their new home. He feels drawn to Cassie one day and discovers that she is unable to speak. They are able to communicate using their minds. This changes Cassie's world. She tries to make the most out of her life but sometimes it's hard. Will they discover some secrets in her mind and find a chance at happiness?
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 28, 2020
Cassie Steward has been unable to speak since birth due to a congenital birth defect. She communicates through written messages on a notepad she hangs around her neck. Her mother is extremely overprotective and Cassie wants to begin moving toward her independence at 23-years-old. She is an intelligent and capable young woman and just wants a chance to show what she can do. When she saw Timeless Treasures Antiques in Argent, she fell in love with the idea of working there, and her boss Verna has taught her much in the 3 months they have worked together. Cassie has a real talent of envisioning the antiques and vintage pieces as if they were in a home or office setting, so customers could imagine easily how they would look in their own homes. But as she looked at the cart of inventory she would be arranging, a ceramic cookie jar in the shape of a bear triggered a vision, like a memory, then it disappeared. This happened periodically but this time it wasn’t just something she had seen but an actual item in front of her that caused the vision.
Psy is one of the six genetically diverse alien ‘Topian castaways who had fled their home world then crashed on to Earth in their damaged ship. The six of them are like brothers, and all have decided they are content to remain on Earth. The Intergalactic Dating Agency had granted them asylum and provided them with new identities. Each of them has a special power or gift, depending on their classification. Psy is a Verital with telepathic abilities. He hopes one day to find his GenMate and marry as a couple of his brothers have done. As he walked near the antique store, he noticed the woman inside rearranging the display window. She was generating strong emotions of loneliness, just like he was. He was drawn to her and went inside to introduce himself. They definitely liked each other, and he asked her to go with him to Lavender Bliss Farm and hike the trails. She happily accepted, until he told her that he was an alien, a Verital from planet ’Topia, and she thought he was making fun of her. When she finally let him prove what he claimed through a mind link, he was even able to show her his friends and his now destroyed planet. This opened a whole new world for Cassie who at last could effectively communicate on an intimate level with another!
On their first date, Psy used his ability to touch her mind and communicate. With the ease that they linked, he started to suspect she was his GenMate. And he wondered again as Cassie hugged him tighter on the hover scooter and laughed, if she could make noises to laugh, squeal, squeak, and grunt, then why couldn’t she speak? This made no sense to him. There is something else keeping her from speaking. His powerful psychic powers could unlock the secrets in Cassie’s mind. Because he knew it was important to her, he tried to ask more questions. Instead, she saw he was being like everyone else, not satisfied with the woman she was but wanting someone who could speak! His acceptance was nothing more than a sham! She asked him to get out of her mind and take her home. Would he try again to make her understand? Or is she finished with him, believing he lied to her?
This was such a good story, as all of them have been. The characters are so well presented to the reader that they really do become real and feelings attach to them. Grab your copy and see if Psy can regain Cassie’s trust, and maybe then investigate further what is really going on with her voice.
Psy is one of the six genetically diverse alien ‘Topian castaways who had fled their home world then crashed on to Earth in their damaged ship. The six of them are like brothers, and all have decided they are content to remain on Earth. The Intergalactic Dating Agency had granted them asylum and provided them with new identities. Each of them has a special power or gift, depending on their classification. Psy is a Verital with telepathic abilities. He hopes one day to find his GenMate and marry as a couple of his brothers have done. As he walked near the antique store, he noticed the woman inside rearranging the display window. She was generating strong emotions of loneliness, just like he was. He was drawn to her and went inside to introduce himself. They definitely liked each other, and he asked her to go with him to Lavender Bliss Farm and hike the trails. She happily accepted, until he told her that he was an alien, a Verital from planet ’Topia, and she thought he was making fun of her. When she finally let him prove what he claimed through a mind link, he was even able to show her his friends and his now destroyed planet. This opened a whole new world for Cassie who at last could effectively communicate on an intimate level with another!
On their first date, Psy used his ability to touch her mind and communicate. With the ease that they linked, he started to suspect she was his GenMate. And he wondered again as Cassie hugged him tighter on the hover scooter and laughed, if she could make noises to laugh, squeal, squeak, and grunt, then why couldn’t she speak? This made no sense to him. There is something else keeping her from speaking. His powerful psychic powers could unlock the secrets in Cassie’s mind. Because he knew it was important to her, he tried to ask more questions. Instead, she saw he was being like everyone else, not satisfied with the woman she was but wanting someone who could speak! His acceptance was nothing more than a sham! She asked him to get out of her mind and take her home. Would he try again to make her understand? Or is she finished with him, believing he lied to her?
This was such a good story, as all of them have been. The characters are so well presented to the reader that they really do become real and feelings attach to them. Grab your copy and see if Psy can regain Cassie’s trust, and maybe then investigate further what is really going on with her voice.
August 1, 2023
Great read
This is my second reading of this story and it is just as good as the first time. Love the characters so much. The story is awesome. Love the fated mates. Cute aliens.
This is my second reading of this story and it is just as good as the first time. Love the characters so much. The story is awesome. Love the fated mates. Cute aliens.
October 2, 2024
Another successful installment for the Alien Castaways series! I keep going into it thinking this book might end up being the same as the one before, but nope - it's so good all on its own. Where the previous two books followed aliens who were very physically different from humans, this one was about a psychic alien, which was both really cool and a little disturbing. By the end of the book, I was a little worried this type of alien might actually exist, because that is way too much power for one being to hold, honestly. Cara Bristol continues to create complex characters with exciting, drama-filled storylines, and it doesn't get much crazier than this one...right, Cara?
In Argent, Idaho, residents are getting more used to the idea of extraterrestrials living in plain sight. While some are more shocking in appearance, one has it quite easy at first glance. Psy is a Verital, an alien with telepathic abilities, who can not only read minds but control them - which he doesn't, due to the Verital Code of Honor. Nevertheless, it worries people when they find out, so he keeps it to himself. That plan goes up in smoke, however, when he meets a mute young woman named Cassie Steward. Cassie has been mute her whole life, with no idea why and with no cure in sight. She is used to dealing with people who don't understand her disability, but when she finds out Psy can hear her by reading her mind, she is thrilled. Finally there is a chance for her to feel normal, even if it's with an alien. Soon they are spending more and more time together, and Psy has questions. Why can't she speak? What's hiding in her past that doesn't want to be found?
I'll be honest - I figured out pretty quickly what was going on, as I had my "spidey senses" tingling as soon as I met a few characters. Something wasn't quite right, and Psy recognized it as well fairly early on. It was so sad to think of how Cassie had been restricted in life, due to something beyond her control, and Psy was just the right person she needed to show her that she had other options. He clearly cared about her a lot within just one meeting, and she felt the same. It was a bit insta-love, but it made sense given both felt a bit like outcasts. There were some misunderstandings, and thankfully the other aliens were there to provide some perspective. It was also great to see the others begin trying to integrate into human society, although I felt really bad for Inferno and Shadow. They both deserve love, and I'm looking forward to seeing who they end up with.
**I received a free copy from the author and this is my honest review.**
In Argent, Idaho, residents are getting more used to the idea of extraterrestrials living in plain sight. While some are more shocking in appearance, one has it quite easy at first glance. Psy is a Verital, an alien with telepathic abilities, who can not only read minds but control them - which he doesn't, due to the Verital Code of Honor. Nevertheless, it worries people when they find out, so he keeps it to himself. That plan goes up in smoke, however, when he meets a mute young woman named Cassie Steward. Cassie has been mute her whole life, with no idea why and with no cure in sight. She is used to dealing with people who don't understand her disability, but when she finds out Psy can hear her by reading her mind, she is thrilled. Finally there is a chance for her to feel normal, even if it's with an alien. Soon they are spending more and more time together, and Psy has questions. Why can't she speak? What's hiding in her past that doesn't want to be found?
I'll be honest - I figured out pretty quickly what was going on, as I had my "spidey senses" tingling as soon as I met a few characters. Something wasn't quite right, and Psy recognized it as well fairly early on. It was so sad to think of how Cassie had been restricted in life, due to something beyond her control, and Psy was just the right person she needed to show her that she had other options. He clearly cared about her a lot within just one meeting, and she felt the same. It was a bit insta-love, but it made sense given both felt a bit like outcasts. There were some misunderstandings, and thankfully the other aliens were there to provide some perspective. It was also great to see the others begin trying to integrate into human society, although I felt really bad for Inferno and Shadow. They both deserve love, and I'm looking forward to seeing who they end up with.
**I received a free copy from the author and this is my honest review.**
October 26, 2020
SOMETHING LOST HAD BEEN FOUND
The story is a spin-off of Ms. Cara Bristol’s Intergalactic Dating Agency (IDA) series, with a fun new twist. The mention of IDA will play only a minor role in the story but not be directly involved. The story will be about the crew that escaped the destruction of a planet aboard a ship called Castaway, and each of the survivors is unique in their DNA characteristics. This tale will be of Psy and Cassie.
The Castaway's crew has received approval and protection via IDA and are slowly working to integrate into acceptance in Argent, Idaho. Psy is a Verital, able to read minds and even work telepathically. When he meets Cassie, he is pulled toward her. Cassie is a young woman who is intelligent but is mute. She is trying to gain independence and is now working for Verna at her Timeless Treasures antique store.
“Cassie was a strong emotional emitter. Her feelings had washed over him, but rather than scare him off; they beckoned him.”
Psy will ask Cassie out, and she will agree to a date, where he will take her for a romantic dinner at Lavender Bliss Farm. Psy will also tell Cassie he is an alien, and she thinks he is messing with her as a joke. But when she agrees to allow him to prove it, and he enters her mind, they can communicate.
“May today be the first of a lifetime of moments.”
Psy believes that Cassie is his genmate, but will Cassie be open to learning more about this. When he explains how several of his fellow Castaway members had found their gemmates, and that they are human females, she is more intrigued.
“Our programming necessitates we find someone with a receptive DNA. Genmates are two halves of a whole. When we meet, we bond instantly.”
But this story has good versus evil, and not everyone will approve of Psy and Cassie’s relationship. Rosalie is very protective of Cassie and doesn’t like how Psy can become important to her. Will she be able to control Cassie and destroy her chance for happiness and a future? How far is Psy and his crewmates willing to learn more about Cassie and help her—and Psy so they can have a future?
“You are everything to me, he said. You have turned my existence into a life.”
“You gave voice to my dreams and made them come true. My genmate.”
“Do you know I want to make all your dreams come true?”
This story has the good, the bad, and the ugly, and what a shock to learn about some people. With Psy's help, Cassie can overcome her fears, nightmares, and maybe even find a voice.
The story is a spin-off of Ms. Cara Bristol’s Intergalactic Dating Agency (IDA) series, with a fun new twist. The mention of IDA will play only a minor role in the story but not be directly involved. The story will be about the crew that escaped the destruction of a planet aboard a ship called Castaway, and each of the survivors is unique in their DNA characteristics. This tale will be of Psy and Cassie.
The Castaway's crew has received approval and protection via IDA and are slowly working to integrate into acceptance in Argent, Idaho. Psy is a Verital, able to read minds and even work telepathically. When he meets Cassie, he is pulled toward her. Cassie is a young woman who is intelligent but is mute. She is trying to gain independence and is now working for Verna at her Timeless Treasures antique store.
“Cassie was a strong emotional emitter. Her feelings had washed over him, but rather than scare him off; they beckoned him.”
Psy will ask Cassie out, and she will agree to a date, where he will take her for a romantic dinner at Lavender Bliss Farm. Psy will also tell Cassie he is an alien, and she thinks he is messing with her as a joke. But when she agrees to allow him to prove it, and he enters her mind, they can communicate.
“May today be the first of a lifetime of moments.”
Psy believes that Cassie is his genmate, but will Cassie be open to learning more about this. When he explains how several of his fellow Castaway members had found their gemmates, and that they are human females, she is more intrigued.
“Our programming necessitates we find someone with a receptive DNA. Genmates are two halves of a whole. When we meet, we bond instantly.”
But this story has good versus evil, and not everyone will approve of Psy and Cassie’s relationship. Rosalie is very protective of Cassie and doesn’t like how Psy can become important to her. Will she be able to control Cassie and destroy her chance for happiness and a future? How far is Psy and his crewmates willing to learn more about Cassie and help her—and Psy so they can have a future?
“You are everything to me, he said. You have turned my existence into a life.”
“You gave voice to my dreams and made them come true. My genmate.”
“Do you know I want to make all your dreams come true?”
This story has the good, the bad, and the ugly, and what a shock to learn about some people. With Psy's help, Cassie can overcome her fears, nightmares, and maybe even find a voice.
October 28, 2020
This is the third book in this series and the first that I have read. You don't have to have read the previous books to understand and enjoy this story. This is the story of two lonely people looking for their forever person. Psy is an alien that has telepathic abilities. He crashed landed on earth with 6 other friends and they decided to make earth their home. He has watched two of his friends find their genmate in the local town and has decided to venture out in public to try and find his. He is drawn to the antiques store after seeing Cassie in the window. She calls to him and they meet. He learns of her inability to speak and explains that he is able to communicate mentally if she is willing. Having the freedom to have her thoughts fly and not have to stop and write each word down is a dream come true for Cassie. Cassie lives with her overprotective and overbearing mother. Starting to feel suffocated, Cassie starts to take the steps to live on her own and as she likes without her mother.
However Cassie doesn't know the reasoning behind her mother's over-protectiveness She is not willing to let her daughter go so easily. She stirs the pot and creates lots of trouble for the young couple. It is then that Psy finds the true reason behind Cassie being mute. It is a surprising twist to say the least.
Well written and fast moving, this love story will grab you and hope for Psy and Cassie's own happy ending.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
However Cassie doesn't know the reasoning behind her mother's over-protectiveness She is not willing to let her daughter go so easily. She stirs the pot and creates lots of trouble for the young couple. It is then that Psy finds the true reason behind Cassie being mute. It is a surprising twist to say the least.
Well written and fast moving, this love story will grab you and hope for Psy and Cassie's own happy ending.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 28, 2020
The writing and editing of the ARC version of the manuscript was clean, with no typos that I found. The world building was competent, if not especially vivid. I think I just prefer my sci-fi romances to not take place on contemporary Earth. One of the main reasons I read sci-fi romances is the chance to be immersed in alien worlds and cultures, so I usually find sci-fi romances that take place on contemporary Earth vaguely disappointing. The characterization was quite good, with hero and heroine both being vibrant individuals with strengths and weaknesses. The development of the romantic relationship was sweet and organic. The plot and pacing was tight and exciting, meaning I read this novel in one sitting. There was low angst and very high stakes in this novel, which tends to be one of my preferred narrative structures for a romance novel. This novel used the Fated Mates trope and the Partner in Trouble trope. The world building was three stars. The plot and pacing were four stars. The characterization and development of the romantic relationship were also four stars. I therefore gave this novel a combined rating f four stars. This novel ends on a Happy Ever After ending instead of a cliffhanger, so that is a big plus. I recommend this novel to fans of sweet romances with high stakes and alien heroes. I look forward to reading the next novel in this series when it releases. I do not currently plan to buy myself a keeper copy of this novel.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 27, 2020
Cassieis growing ever more frustrated with her overbearing mother! She understood the guardianship order when she was younger, but she is 23 now! She thought that getting her job at the antique shop would have loosened the reins enough to be able to broach the subject but just as she gets one foot out the door, her mother always seems to be able to yank her back with some drama or other!
Psy is enchanted with Cassie. She may not be able to speak but her thoughts are clear and untainted by malice like some humans. As they grow closer he wonders if their medical bay would be able to repair whatever may be wrong with Cassie's vocal cords. But he doesn't want her to think that he only wants her if she can talk!
Finding out Psy can "talk" with her is such a relief, no more having to scribble things down. But will their fragile, new romance be able to withstand mother dearest?
Psy finally gets his genmate! I so love this little story, it's nice to have heroes and heroines who aren't "perfect". Disabilities do not need to be hidden away and whispered about. I appreciate the way the author handled Cassie's differences and whilst we find out that it's not a "true" disability, it's still seen that Cassie just communicates differently and it never makes her "less" than any of the other characters. I LOVED hating on mummy dearest though, what an odious beatch of a woman!
Psy is enchanted with Cassie. She may not be able to speak but her thoughts are clear and untainted by malice like some humans. As they grow closer he wonders if their medical bay would be able to repair whatever may be wrong with Cassie's vocal cords. But he doesn't want her to think that he only wants her if she can talk!
Finding out Psy can "talk" with her is such a relief, no more having to scribble things down. But will their fragile, new romance be able to withstand mother dearest?
Psy finally gets his genmate! I so love this little story, it's nice to have heroes and heroines who aren't "perfect". Disabilities do not need to be hidden away and whispered about. I appreciate the way the author handled Cassie's differences and whilst we find out that it's not a "true" disability, it's still seen that Cassie just communicates differently and it never makes her "less" than any of the other characters. I LOVED hating on mummy dearest though, what an odious beatch of a woman!
October 29, 2020
Psy: Alien Castaways (Intergalactic Dating Agency)-
Cara Bristol
Psy is part of the Alien Castaways series that takes place within the world of Intergalactic Dating Agency books.
Psy is one of the crew that was stranded on earth when their ship ran into trouble. Now that they have joined forces with a billionaire genius (also alien) on earth they have decided to make this their home.
Psy is also from Topia and is a Verital. He has telepathic abilities, but he only uses it within the rules set up by his people. Generally he needs permission.
Cassie is a 23 year old woman who has mo Ed around with her overprotective mother. She is unable to speak and when she tries she ends up feeling like she is choking. Her mother claimed to have taken her to many doctors when she was little.
Cassie takes a job at an antique store and communicates by writing. When she meets Psy and learns he can communicate with her through a mental connection she is thrilled.
Cassie and Psy form a deep relationship and he believes she is his genmate. Psy starts to suspect some contradictions in Cassie’s condition and lots of mysteries and misunderstandings get revealed.
Great sci-fi romance, mystery, suspense, sexy story that is a great addition to the Castaways series.
Cara Bristol
Psy is part of the Alien Castaways series that takes place within the world of Intergalactic Dating Agency books.
Psy is one of the crew that was stranded on earth when their ship ran into trouble. Now that they have joined forces with a billionaire genius (also alien) on earth they have decided to make this their home.
Psy is also from Topia and is a Verital. He has telepathic abilities, but he only uses it within the rules set up by his people. Generally he needs permission.
Cassie is a 23 year old woman who has mo Ed around with her overprotective mother. She is unable to speak and when she tries she ends up feeling like she is choking. Her mother claimed to have taken her to many doctors when she was little.
Cassie takes a job at an antique store and communicates by writing. When she meets Psy and learns he can communicate with her through a mental connection she is thrilled.
Cassie and Psy form a deep relationship and he believes she is his genmate. Psy starts to suspect some contradictions in Cassie’s condition and lots of mysteries and misunderstandings get revealed.
Great sci-fi romance, mystery, suspense, sexy story that is a great addition to the Castaways series.
October 22, 2020
Cassie is just starting to gain her independence after being over-protected by her mom. She finally has a job and is saving for her own place. Pretty good progress for a woman who can only communicate by writing notes because her vocal cords didn't develop as a baby. Cassie gets frustrated by her inability to easily chat to people around her so she is happily surprised when she meets Psy an alien who can mentally communicate with Cassie. Cassie is falling in love but will her meddling mother allow her her freedom?
Psy is part of a group of aliens who crash landed on Earth. He struggles with his natural talents of being able to read minds and influence them. The constant mental voices are stressful until he sees Cassie. He quickly figures out that they are destined mates Now he just has to convince Cassie that they are meant to be together and help free her from her over-protective mother.
I really enjoyed this book and Cassie makes a great romantic lead. I even enjoyed the twist.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Psy is part of a group of aliens who crash landed on Earth. He struggles with his natural talents of being able to read minds and influence them. The constant mental voices are stressful until he sees Cassie. He quickly figures out that they are destined mates Now he just has to convince Cassie that they are meant to be together and help free her from her over-protective mother.
I really enjoyed this book and Cassie makes a great romantic lead. I even enjoyed the twist.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 28, 2020
Psy is the perfect castaway to help Cassie find her voice...
Psy is a Verital, a telepath, and he’s all too aware it’s not all some might assume. He’s grateful for the Code his people live by, it instructs them to respects other’s minds and privacy.
Cassie is unable to speak, she can write, and pass notes, but the experience isn’t the same as immediate unfiltered conversation... then she meets a telepath, and does just witness what she’s been missing, she experiences true conversation.
This stand alone done in one quick read was a delight. Focusing on the comments we simply ‘toss out’ when our hands are full, or we are turned away from others, a reminder that for most of conversation is rarely getting 100% of our focus.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Psy is a Verital, a telepath, and he’s all too aware it’s not all some might assume. He’s grateful for the Code his people live by, it instructs them to respects other’s minds and privacy.
Cassie is unable to speak, she can write, and pass notes, but the experience isn’t the same as immediate unfiltered conversation... then she meets a telepath, and does just witness what she’s been missing, she experiences true conversation.
This stand alone done in one quick read was a delight. Focusing on the comments we simply ‘toss out’ when our hands are full, or we are turned away from others, a reminder that for most of conversation is rarely getting 100% of our focus.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 20, 2020
Cassie is a sweet woman that can’t speak but her mental states is sharp. Psy knows from seeing her that she is his genmate. When they talk telepathically, it is true beauty. But there is something not quite right. Cassie’s mother says that is was a birth defect and she will never speak. Psy believes different. I love that he really doesn’t try to push her into learning to talk. But that dark spot in her mind unravels more then Cassie expected. There is a major twist and shock. I have to say, I did not see it coming. I had a feeling about something but WOW. Each one of our alien’s is finally finding happiness. I hope the same with be with Shadow. He is the one that truly needs help. As the days progress, you feel like your heart is breaking for him.
September 30, 2024
Cassie (h), who has never spoken due to a congenital birth defect meets Psy (H), an alien with telepathic abilities, and are drawn to each other when they first meet. Psy believes that Cassie is his genmate, his one true love. Psy suspects that her inability to speak is not just a congenital defect and may have a more sinister cause. Together, they must uncover the behind her conditions and overcome challenges to their relationship, including her overprotective mother, misunderstandings, and suspicions. Hot and steamy alien-human romance with a bit of adventure and mystery. While Psy can be read as a standalone, reading the previous books in the series would provide a better understanding of the overall storyline and background of the castaway aliens.
October 18, 2020
Book 3 of the "Castaway" aliens and this one features Psy, a Verital, who has the ability to mind reading/speak telepathically. Cassie's inability to speak has lead to frustration and, at times, irritation in her life. Getting a job in the service industry has been good for her: working on her independence, expressing her emotions, and interacting with more than just her small bubble. But experiencing the ability to "talk" with Psy may just be the one thing she dreams of most. Can she trust his intentions? Will her mom let loose the ties that bind her? Will his pushes be more than she can handle?
October 27, 2020
An intense and compelling book, I loved it! I know there are other books before this one in this series but this is the first one I've read so far. I'm definitely reading the other ones now as I wait to find out which of the other castaways get mates too! I never got lost reading this one out of order though. The action is steady from the beginning to the end. I had a feeling about the bad guy and it kept building, there was so much tension that lead up to the suspense and the climax of the story, which I totally didn't see coming! It has great characters, it was fun to read, and I'm excited to get to read the others in the series now!
October 27, 2020
This was such a great read - I have to say I had a bit of a book hangover after I finished it ;) This started off with interesting characters, fab chemistry, a strange disability and close friends and family. It flows nicely from there but things start to twist and you begin to realize that not everything is as it appears. I thought I had a handle on what was going on but nope, not at all. Wonderful to be so surprised, shocked, and yeah, devastated. I rooted so hard for Cassie and Psy. An excellent read and I'm anxiously waiting to see how the author handles the rest of the cast-away crew :D
October 29, 2020
This well-written book 3 in the Intergalactic Dating Agency Series, Alien Castaways Book with amazing characters. This book builds a great world and follow the lives of a well-fleshed out couple that have depth and strength. This story is action-packed and has twists, turns, humor, suspense, mystery, chemistry, romance, and love. This a must read story and I cannot wait to more from this author, this one was even better than the first two books and they were great.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 1, 2020
Breaking the silence
What a fitting story for Psy’s HEA! The author really outdid herself with the emotions she brought to this book and her characters. I love that these two connected right away and how Psy was able to give her a freedom she never knew. The family is growing with each book and enriching the lives of each of the characters. This book really had a completely unexpected HEA in more ways than one and I can’t wait to see more of this couple in future books. I know he is not part of the crew, but I hope the author is planning on writing Mysk’s story. He is such a pivotal side character and deserves his own HEA.
What a fitting story for Psy’s HEA! The author really outdid herself with the emotions she brought to this book and her characters. I love that these two connected right away and how Psy was able to give her a freedom she never knew. The family is growing with each book and enriching the lives of each of the characters. This book really had a completely unexpected HEA in more ways than one and I can’t wait to see more of this couple in future books. I know he is not part of the crew, but I hope the author is planning on writing Mysk’s story. He is such a pivotal side character and deserves his own HEA.
October 26, 2020
Alien Psy is intrigued by the beautiful Cassie Steward when he sees her working at Timeless Treasures. Cassie can't speak, but that doesn't matter to a mind-reading Verital like Psy. Psy is happy when Cassie agrees to go on a date with him. Psy is elated when he realises that Cassie is his mate. But with someone determined to keep Cassie to themselves, will Psy and Cassie get their HEA?
Psy is a fun, intriguing and steamy story that will have you rooting for the hero and heroine to get their HEA. I can't wait to read Book 4 in the Intergalactic Dating Agency series.
Psy is a fun, intriguing and steamy story that will have you rooting for the hero and heroine to get their HEA. I can't wait to read Book 4 in the Intergalactic Dating Agency series.
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