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Lane Lincoln is a reporter in a city that hosts three alien superheroes. Everyone loves them, except for Lane. She doesn't like secrets, and she doesn't trust that blindly. She has too many questions about the aliens to accept them just because they appear to rescue people now and then.
Then the man she's been seeing for the last two months saves her life, and she realizes he's one of them.
She wants to expose him... so he takes her prisoner on his ship until she promises not to. As she learns more about the real him, she has to make a choice. Does she do the right thing and expose him to the world, breaking the story of a century? Or does she forgive him for lying to her, and maybe get the relationship she dreamt of?
Then the man she's been seeing for the last two months saves her life, and she realizes he's one of them.
She wants to expose him... so he takes her prisoner on his ship until she promises not to. As she learns more about the real him, she has to make a choice. Does she do the right thing and expose him to the world, breaking the story of a century? Or does she forgive him for lying to her, and maybe get the relationship she dreamt of?
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First published February 27, 2021
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March 2, 2021
I'm...conflicted about this one. So this is going to be less a review, and more, "Amanda spends a lot of time and words venting to figure out her feelings." So...not terribly different than my usual, yeah?
I have a bit of a complicated history with Lancaster's work and how I feel about it.
I will put out there that I think she's creating some interesting stories that haven't been done to death in the genre—if you take Ruth and Gron out of the equation. I enjoy how she writes quieter stories in mundane settings. Like alien refugees working in an office dedicated to helping immigrate more of them onto Earth. Even if her scifi isn't all that out there and sounds nearly identical to present tech but is supposed to be in the far future.
But.
I have a really hard time enjoying her characterizations and telling whether she's writing unlikable characters on purpose, and whether or not they're even meant to be likable. Is this problem her writing or is it my perception of her characters? Ah. The ever-present question.
Lancaster has a Type when it comes to her heroines: they're supposed to be pretty average, I think, so they're not overly intelligent nor intellectually curious (Mary Roach readers, they are not), they tend to have some serious maturity issues and jump to obnoxious conclusions with no actual evidence, and they almost always have some ugly prejudices lurking under their Nice White Lady™ veneers, but if you call them on it, they're going to have the biggest hurt feelings and cry you were mean to them. Yes, they would totally fit in with a bunch of Midwestern US Karens and Jennifers. Maybe that's why they bother me so much: I recognize my people.
So. I'm rambling my way into this, but this latest work of Lancaster's—a completely new work that isn't part of her two existing series—plays with aliens and super heroes. Which...not my favorite, but I'm okay with a superhero romance here or there. I like them a lot better than mainstream superhero offerings. Anywho. Despite a figurative clean slate of a new series, the usual issues pop up in this work. And it's why I'm having a hard time rating it. And you're now reading my ramble and wishing I would shut up already.
If that's the case, you should probably move on. I doubt things are going to improve from here; I have stuff to work out.
So. Let's talk + and - of this book for me. I'll continue to italicize a lot of the random babble if you want to skip over it.
+ I was able to read this through without having to stop or being tempted to chuck it. It held my interest. That second Ruth & Gron book? I never documented it on GoodReads. I DNFed that sucker 5 times by the 35% mark before I finally gave up and realized that tail-sucking hanger-on was never going to be motivated to learn anything on her own and not expect to be taken care of.
+ There was decent story and action pacing in this book. It kept a nice flow and kept moving.
+ The resolution to the final big problem was genuinely surprising. I have a lot of thoughts about it, and honestly wish the story could have been focused on that particular character more. Disturbing and genius in its simplicity.
+ I liked the backstory for the alien male characters, and the unique opportunity staying on Earth would give them that they would have been denied back home. I love explorations of self and identity.
- Sadly, Kent's is pretty dang shallow. Maybe if there are other stories, one of the other two will have more interesting and believable motivations.
And honestly, overall I did like this story a fair bit. It was a fun first contact story.
But we're heading into dangerous territory: the big two things I really didn't like in this tale.
Real Rating: 2.5 stars
Spoilers-ish ahead.
I think this could have been a better read without romance being the main focus.
I have a bit of a complicated history with Lancaster's work and how I feel about it.
I will put out there that I think she's creating some interesting stories that haven't been done to death in the genre—if you take Ruth and Gron out of the equation. I enjoy how she writes quieter stories in mundane settings. Like alien refugees working in an office dedicated to helping immigrate more of them onto Earth. Even if her scifi isn't all that out there and sounds nearly identical to present tech but is supposed to be in the far future.
But.
I have a really hard time enjoying her characterizations and telling whether she's writing unlikable characters on purpose, and whether or not they're even meant to be likable. Is this problem her writing or is it my perception of her characters? Ah. The ever-present question.
Lancaster has a Type when it comes to her heroines: they're supposed to be pretty average, I think, so they're not overly intelligent nor intellectually curious (Mary Roach readers, they are not), they tend to have some serious maturity issues and jump to obnoxious conclusions with no actual evidence, and they almost always have some ugly prejudices lurking under their Nice White Lady™ veneers, but if you call them on it, they're going to have the biggest hurt feelings and cry you were mean to them. Yes, they would totally fit in with a bunch of Midwestern US Karens and Jennifers. Maybe that's why they bother me so much: I recognize my people.
So. I'm rambling my way into this, but this latest work of Lancaster's—a completely new work that isn't part of her two existing series—plays with aliens and super heroes. Which...not my favorite, but I'm okay with a superhero romance here or there. I like them a lot better than mainstream superhero offerings. Anywho. Despite a figurative clean slate of a new series, the usual issues pop up in this work. And it's why I'm having a hard time rating it. And you're now reading my ramble and wishing I would shut up already.
If that's the case, you should probably move on. I doubt things are going to improve from here; I have stuff to work out.
So. Let's talk + and - of this book for me. I'll continue to italicize a lot of the random babble if you want to skip over it.
+ I was able to read this through without having to stop or being tempted to chuck it. It held my interest. That second Ruth & Gron book? I never documented it on GoodReads. I DNFed that sucker 5 times by the 35% mark before I finally gave up and realized that tail-sucking hanger-on was never going to be motivated to learn anything on her own and not expect to be taken care of.
+ There was decent story and action pacing in this book. It kept a nice flow and kept moving.
+ The resolution to the final big problem was genuinely surprising. I have a lot of thoughts about it, and honestly wish the story could have been focused on that particular character more. Disturbing and genius in its simplicity.
+ I liked the backstory for the alien male characters, and the unique opportunity staying on Earth would give them that they would have been denied back home. I love explorations of self and identity.
- Sadly, Kent's is pretty dang shallow. Maybe if there are other stories, one of the other two will have more interesting and believable motivations.
And honestly, overall I did like this story a fair bit. It was a fun first contact story.
But we're heading into dangerous territory: the big two things I really didn't like in this tale.
Real Rating: 2.5 stars
Spoilers-ish ahead.
I think this could have been a better read without romance being the main focus.
February 26, 2023
This was a very different alien romance book. Superheroes.
The only thing that drove me crazy was how Lane reacted when she found out.
Otherwise super fun book.
The only thing that drove me crazy was how Lane reacted when she found out.
Otherwise super fun book.
April 18, 2021
Let me start this off by saying that I’ve never been all that interested in Superhero's. It’s not that I dislike them, I’ve just never been motivated to get into them. So when I saw the obvious nods to Superman in this book's summary I was a bit hesitant to read it. But since I’ve enjoyed all of the other books I’ve read from V.C Lancaster I thought ‘Why not?’
And I’m honestly so happy I did!
Lancaster has a way of writing such well rounded characters that even when you are upset with them, they still feel authentic and believable. While I didn’t agree with some of Lane's thoughts and actions towards the beginning of the book, there wasn’t a time where I didn’t understand why she acted the way she did. Her character came close a few times to crossing that invisible line but Lancaster was able to expertly navigate those tense moments and in the end I found that I really enjoyed Lane’s head-strong, determined personality.
The aliens in this book weren’t super alien-y, with no tentacles, tails, or extra limbs in sight, but there was enough of a physical and cultural difference that you wouldn’t easily mistake them for humans (at least not without their disguises). So if you like your aliens closer to the human-looking side but with the sexy alien benefits then I think you will be very happy with Kent.
As I stated before Superheroes are not my thing, but after reading this book I might have to reevaluate that idea.
And I’m honestly so happy I did!
Lancaster has a way of writing such well rounded characters that even when you are upset with them, they still feel authentic and believable. While I didn’t agree with some of Lane's thoughts and actions towards the beginning of the book, there wasn’t a time where I didn’t understand why she acted the way she did. Her character came close a few times to crossing that invisible line but Lancaster was able to expertly navigate those tense moments and in the end I found that I really enjoyed Lane’s head-strong, determined personality.
The aliens in this book weren’t super alien-y, with no tentacles, tails, or extra limbs in sight, but there was enough of a physical and cultural difference that you wouldn’t easily mistake them for humans (at least not without their disguises). So if you like your aliens closer to the human-looking side but with the sexy alien benefits then I think you will be very happy with Kent.
As I stated before Superheroes are not my thing, but after reading this book I might have to reevaluate that idea.
September 9, 2022
Fun Alien Superheroes
Really cute superman/Lois Lane retelling. Idk why I waited so long to read this, I love every single thing VC Lancaster writes and this book was just as good as all the rest.
Really cute superman/Lois Lane retelling. Idk why I waited so long to read this, I love every single thing VC Lancaster writes and this book was just as good as all the rest.
March 2, 2021
An enjoyable sci-fi romance.
I loved the superhero tie-in in this novel. The hero and heroine were both deeply sympathetic individuals with strengths and weaknesses. The world building was vivid, with the newsroom and the culture of the aliens coming to life. The development of the romantic relationship was sweet and hot, with a heat level of three chili peppers. The plot was exciting and action packed, and the pacing was quick. I read this novel in one sitting. The stakes were high throughout and the angst was medium level and well justified, which tends to be one of my preferred narrative structures for a romance novel. Reading this was an enjoyable way to spend my early morning hours.
I loved the superhero tie-in in this novel. The hero and heroine were both deeply sympathetic individuals with strengths and weaknesses. The world building was vivid, with the newsroom and the culture of the aliens coming to life. The development of the romantic relationship was sweet and hot, with a heat level of three chili peppers. The plot was exciting and action packed, and the pacing was quick. I read this novel in one sitting. The stakes were high throughout and the angst was medium level and well justified, which tends to be one of my preferred narrative structures for a romance novel. Reading this was an enjoyable way to spend my early morning hours.
February 26, 2021
A delightful reimagining of the Superman-Lois Lane story. In this novel, Lane Lincoln is a hard-hitting, truth-seeking reporter. She abhors grey areas, sees the world as strictly fact or fiction. As such, when Earth is beset by a trio of aliens who seem to have no intention but to rescue those in need, Lane is suspicious. Everyone else is excited and beguiled by these heroic visitors from afar, but Lane doesn’t trust their secrecy. And there’s something strange going on with her new boyfriend, Kent, as well.
This is a fun, surprising and thrilling read.
This is a fun, surprising and thrilling read.
March 8, 2021
Such a cute story!
I absolutely loved this unique take on Superman. It was a fresh thought and kept me captivated from the beginning to the end. I do hope the author plans to write more books in this world.
I absolutely loved this unique take on Superman. It was a fresh thought and kept me captivated from the beginning to the end. I do hope the author plans to write more books in this world.
October 19, 2025
Fantastic oddball alien superman mashup
I really enjoyed it.
the slow reveal is everything and the rationale actually works.
these aliens playing at super heroes are snarky and funny and the overall book is cute.
I really enjoyed it.
the slow reveal is everything and the rationale actually works.
these aliens playing at super heroes are snarky and funny and the overall book is cute.
March 24, 2023
I liked the concept, the world and the hero. But I could not stand Lane. I don't understand how Kent even wanted to date her. I could not find anything about her that was likable.
I had to DNF around 60%. I could buy that Kent thought Lane could convince an alien to not destroy the world. I couldn't even be convinced to like her as the heroine.
I had to DNF around 60%. I could buy that Kent thought Lane could convince an alien to not destroy the world. I couldn't even be convinced to like her as the heroine.
March 16, 2021
A fun little number. Set in a Superman-y type world with flying aliens and rescues from burning buildings etc. The heroine is called Lane Lincoln, for heaven’s sake. Why on earth didn’t the author call her Lois Lanecaster? Because of this missed opportunity I have knocked a star off the rating. It isn’t fan fiction. There’s a perfectly reasonable in-world explanation for the similarities, and it’s all rather tongue in cheek (or tongue in pussy, as it turns out). It owes perhaps as much to 1950s B movies as it does to Superman.
The hero has a magic space tongue that could easily deal with two clitorises at the same time. The bit where Roxanne turns up at Lois’ flat with the camera, I thought we were going to get a very different scene from the one we were treated to. For this oversight I have removed a second star from the rating.
There is a serious side to the novel. It’s essentially about trust and honesty and truth and there’s a recurrent motif throughout of removing something to reveal what lies beneath. Sometimes this is physical, with the removal of clothes. Particularly well handled in the case of Superman, as his true nature is revealed in successive stages. But the motif also expresses itself psychologically as lies or negative reactions are stripped back to reveal the emotional cores of the characters.
The denouement is an extended action sequence. I don’t think I’ve seen Lancaster attempt this in her earlier books, outside the sex scenes. It’s well done. There’s a death at the end. It reminded me of those Greek tragedies where death is literally obscene and I liked how the death itself was caused by an instance of the recurrent motif.
The hero has a magic space tongue that could easily deal with two clitorises at the same time. The bit where Roxanne turns up at Lois’ flat with the camera, I thought we were going to get a very different scene from the one we were treated to. For this oversight I have removed a second star from the rating.
There is a serious side to the novel. It’s essentially about trust and honesty and truth and there’s a recurrent motif throughout of removing something to reveal what lies beneath. Sometimes this is physical, with the removal of clothes. Particularly well handled in the case of Superman, as his true nature is revealed in successive stages. But the motif also expresses itself psychologically as lies or negative reactions are stripped back to reveal the emotional cores of the characters.
The denouement is an extended action sequence. I don’t think I’ve seen Lancaster attempt this in her earlier books, outside the sex scenes. It’s well done. There’s a death at the end. It reminded me of those Greek tragedies where death is literally obscene and I liked how the death itself was caused by an instance of the recurrent motif.
March 5, 2021
Another alien romance winner! Come quench your thirst!
VC Lancaster is my go to for alien romances and as soon as my kindle announced this release you best believe I purchase it and started reading as soon as I got off work. I was nervous but excited for these new aliens and their love story. Lane pissed me off for the first 40% but I kept going for Kent. I really fell for Jace, Tony, and... :) I hope Jace and Tony get their own stories!
VC Lancaster is my go to for alien romances and as soon as my kindle announced this release you best believe I purchase it and started reading as soon as I got off work. I was nervous but excited for these new aliens and their love story. Lane pissed me off for the first 40% but I kept going for Kent. I really fell for Jace, Tony, and... :) I hope Jace and Tony get their own stories!
October 22, 2021
It's a Superman Retelling
*****Spoilers*****
Aliens crash on Earth. Kent, a made up Earth name is dating Lane, a reporter who hates the showy aliens who have been helping the city they live in . Revelations, Lane is angry, she and Kent mends things, she learns he's a military leader who's harboring a prince on their hidden ship, they fight the emperor come to kill the prince. Live happily.
Certain details weren't believable and I didn't really like Lane.
*****Spoilers*****
Aliens crash on Earth. Kent, a made up Earth name is dating Lane, a reporter who hates the showy aliens who have been helping the city they live in . Revelations, Lane is angry, she and Kent mends things, she learns he's a military leader who's harboring a prince on their hidden ship, they fight the emperor come to kill the prince. Live happily.
Certain details weren't believable and I didn't really like Lane.
March 2, 2021
Very good!
A new author for me and I am very impressed. Excellent story with a touch of both comedy and action. Is it perfect, no but it's very well written. I highly recommend it ! I never put spoilers in my comments, but will say it was a quick, enjoyable read.
A new author for me and I am very impressed. Excellent story with a touch of both comedy and action. Is it perfect, no but it's very well written. I highly recommend it ! I never put spoilers in my comments, but will say it was a quick, enjoyable read.
April 24, 2021
Fantastic as always
A wonderful, fast, engaging read. V C Lancaster always finds a way to make aliens seem so human. This was a fun and different sort of alien romance. If you need a break from tropes you’ll like this.
A wonderful, fast, engaging read. V C Lancaster always finds a way to make aliens seem so human. This was a fun and different sort of alien romance. If you need a break from tropes you’ll like this.
October 13, 2021
Fantastic as always
A wonderful, fast, engaging read. V C Lancaster always finds a way to make aliens seem so human. This was a fun and different sort of alien romance. If you need a break from tropes you’ll like this.
A wonderful, fast, engaging read. V C Lancaster always finds a way to make aliens seem so human. This was a fun and different sort of alien romance. If you need a break from tropes you’ll like this.
March 1, 2021
Adorable!
I'm so happy to see V.C. Lancaster writing again! If you like sweet, sexy, aliens that look like aliens, this is the book for you. He can be my superhero anytime!
I'm so happy to see V.C. Lancaster writing again! If you like sweet, sexy, aliens that look like aliens, this is the book for you. He can be my superhero anytime!
February 28, 2021
3.5 stars
April 2, 2023
Bingo: Hidden Gems
January 8, 2025
Mostly just disappointed that the climax of the book was so gripping, and then the conclusion of that climactic sequence happens off-page lol. It was an interesting premise though.
April 6, 2025
Not bad, but nothing special honestly.
November 18, 2025
O livro é incrível e pelo bem dos fãs a autora deveria transformar isso numa trilogia mostrando outros casais
April 10, 2021
I LOVED this book! I like V.C. because she does what I like to think of as "simple" romance - not flowery, not power-tripping, just thoughtful, hey-this-is-kinda-more-realistic-even-if-it's-total-fantasy stuff. It also felt very old fashioned Christopher Reeve/Clark Kent meets Margot Robbie/Lois Lane. It's even self aware which just makes it so much more funny (and RED HOOD! I WANT JASON TODD FANTASY! I NEED IT NOW V.C.!!)
I saw some reviews going "Oh, Lois was xenophobic, I couldn't get into this" and I'm like "What? People fear the unknown/aliens? That's a thing? Gosh, I dunno, I thought we'd all take any aliens who arrived with open arms because we all know there can't possibly be VIOLENT intelligent life in the universe I mean, look at us!" [heavy eyeroll]
Don't listen to them, V.C. - write me more superhero romance based on the tropes of my childhood, gods could I use it right now (also your Tony Stark is honestly more Donatello, just saying / but that's okay, stick to theme, the world's not ready for furries yet)
I saw some reviews going "Oh, Lois was xenophobic, I couldn't get into this" and I'm like "What? People fear the unknown/aliens? That's a thing? Gosh, I dunno, I thought we'd all take any aliens who arrived with open arms because we all know there can't possibly be VIOLENT intelligent life in the universe I mean, look at us!" [heavy eyeroll]
Don't listen to them, V.C. - write me more superhero romance based on the tropes of my childhood, gods could I use it right now (also your Tony Stark is honestly more Donatello, just saying / but that's okay, stick to theme, the world's not ready for furries yet)
November 7, 2021
I’m on a VC Lancaster kick so here I am again. I’ll never forget how excited I felt when my kindle notifications informed me of a new book called ‘Silver’ by VC Lancaster was out.
I won’t lie, Lane’s angry/hate of aliens arc was a bit hard to get through but I’m glad I pushed through because the romance and rest of the plot was SO good.
Kent is simply adorable and hilarious, I kept pushing on for him. I really hope Roxy and Jace get their story next.
This story was well written and scratched my alien romance itch. Samples are free, so you should definitely try it and see if you like it. (I really really want Roxy and Jace’s story… the handsome one who wouldn’t shake her hand, such a funny meet-cute, c’mon guys).
I won’t lie, Lane’s angry/hate of aliens arc was a bit hard to get through but I’m glad I pushed through because the romance and rest of the plot was SO good.
Kent is simply adorable and hilarious, I kept pushing on for him. I really hope Roxy and Jace get their story next.
This story was well written and scratched my alien romance itch. Samples are free, so you should definitely try it and see if you like it. (I really really want Roxy and Jace’s story… the handsome one who wouldn’t shake her hand, such a funny meet-cute, c’mon guys).
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