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Animus #8
Infiltration
Chiyo's father's company is being targeted, and she considers her options. Should she help him? The only problem? There is a dark enemy on the other side who wants her dad's company and wouldn't mind taking a bite out of Kaiden, either. Chief is more integrated than he was before and far more fragile due to his neural link with Kaiden. Kaiden and Chiyo been provided a job opportunity, but they will need extra support. Will they be able to call on their friends, or will they need to hire contractors? Will Chiyo's efforts help or hurt her dad? — You don't become the best of the best by staying alive. In the Animus, you are closer to perfection with each death you suffer. Kaiden Jericho would rather skip the death part, thank you very much. Join Kaiden as he learns about Nexus, the Animus, and the opportunities that one fight brought him. Never has helping someone benefitted him so much. The future is looking bright, except for the pain. "I tried to not read this in one sitting but I failed miserably." - Mental (From The Initiate ) "It’s extremely hard to find such an interesting and exciting author who not only writes intelligently but also provide top rated plots, characters and excitement in the stories." - JMN4555 (From The Initiate ) "This series is already sucked me in pretty hard." - Amazon Customer (From The Initiate ) "Probably my favorite book I have read in the last couple years and I read constantly." - wuxia fan (From The Initiate )
322 pages, Paperback
First published July 16, 2019
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August 4, 2026
A mixed bag
Yet another book that differs from the first three! While there is some action, since Kaiden is keeping himself busy with gigs, however he IS trying to be a bit more circumspect about the ones that he accepts. Of course since he’s unaware of the various groups who are either angry at his insistence on surviving (which stymies their own machinations), have scores to settle for similar reasons or wishing revenge upon him for his choosing to kill their crew mates rather than allow them to kill him, or some who merely want to take him on for the sport/challenge.
Kaiden winds up learning more about the potential foes attempting to operate unseen until they find themselves at the opportune moment to ambush him.
We also learn more about Chiyyo as Kaiden does, including details about her childhood and the choices that she made in order to attend the Nexus Academy. Anderle & son add information after the main story that continues the process that has been giving us thumbnail sketches of additional characters, which is interesting on its own but does allow us to learn more about the motivations which drives some of the decisions made. If this continues in future books we will find more of a three dimensional viewpoint on them which may allow us to somewhat predict future behavior…
In any case I am still finding the series a good read. Hopefully you’ll feel the same, but as always YMMV.
Yet another book that differs from the first three! While there is some action, since Kaiden is keeping himself busy with gigs, however he IS trying to be a bit more circumspect about the ones that he accepts. Of course since he’s unaware of the various groups who are either angry at his insistence on surviving (which stymies their own machinations), have scores to settle for similar reasons or wishing revenge upon him for his choosing to kill their crew mates rather than allow them to kill him, or some who merely want to take him on for the sport/challenge.
Kaiden winds up learning more about the potential foes attempting to operate unseen until they find themselves at the opportune moment to ambush him.
We also learn more about Chiyyo as Kaiden does, including details about her childhood and the choices that she made in order to attend the Nexus Academy. Anderle & son add information after the main story that continues the process that has been giving us thumbnail sketches of additional characters, which is interesting on its own but does allow us to learn more about the motivations which drives some of the decisions made. If this continues in future books we will find more of a three dimensional viewpoint on them which may allow us to somewhat predict future behavior…
In any case I am still finding the series a good read. Hopefully you’ll feel the same, but as always YMMV.
April 10, 2023
Love the addition of the origin stories
I really love that Michael started adding the origin stories to the end of each boom so that we can understand the back stories of the major characters. If this is the first of the Animus books to pop up in your suggestions, start from the beginning, you won't be disappointed. Then go read all his other books. Every one is worth your time.
I really love that Michael started adding the origin stories to the end of each boom so that we can understand the back stories of the major characters. If this is the first of the Animus books to pop up in your suggestions, start from the beginning, you won't be disappointed. Then go read all his other books. Every one is worth your time.
January 26, 2020
All action
Exciting times ahead as the adacemy seems to spend more time out of it then inside doing missions.
As a closing game seems to be closer then ever before and the shadows lighten to reveal more about the once faceless enemy we see more of the action and drama we love. Great read as usual
Exciting times ahead as the adacemy seems to spend more time out of it then inside doing missions.
As a closing game seems to be closer then ever before and the shadows lighten to reveal more about the once faceless enemy we see more of the action and drama we love. Great read as usual
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January 2, 2020Good story!!
Good action,good characters. Kaiten is a bit too much, but he is a good guy and we all want good guys to be more than normal. Dumb question do normal people ever get in these situations? Answer. It's always normal people.
Good action,good characters. Kaiten is a bit too much, but he is a good guy and we all want good guys to be more than normal. Dumb question do normal people ever get in these situations? Answer. It's always normal people.
March 16, 2020
An Excellent Saga Continues
If you haven't started The Animus series I strongly recommend it. The writing is tight, with great characters that continue to grow and great action. I cannot recommend it strongly enough.
If you haven't started The Animus series I strongly recommend it. The writing is tight, with great characters that continue to grow and great action. I cannot recommend it strongly enough.
January 22, 2020
Splendid!!
Another good story in this series it's exciting with Lots of action happening throughout but lately the Hero keeps getting hurt Why?
Another good story in this series it's exciting with Lots of action happening throughout but lately the Hero keeps getting hurt Why?
April 19, 2020
Great storyline
Great storyline and easy to read. Characters are interesting and memorable. I enjoyed the entire series. Looking for book 9.
Great storyline and easy to read. Characters are interesting and memorable. I enjoyed the entire series. Looking for book 9.
September 27, 2023
More real-life (as opposed to VR) action than the earlier books, which actually makes sense with the characters growing up.
August 1, 2019
Another excellent installment in the series
Things are coming to ahead. The shadowy AO organizations is coming out of the dark, whether they want to or not.
Love all the characters and I love the dark humour in this series. I look forward to reading about the alien threat that has the arbitrator organization so scared.
I can't wait for the next one 😀
Things are coming to ahead. The shadowy AO organizations is coming out of the dark, whether they want to or not.
Love all the characters and I love the dark humour in this series. I look forward to reading about the alien threat that has the arbitrator organization so scared.
I can't wait for the next one 😀
August 20, 2019
Outstanding!
I’m really enjoying this series! The characters are relatable in spite of their enhancements, their relationships are evolving nicely and the storyline is engrossing. Bravo MA!
I’m really enjoying this series! The characters are relatable in spite of their enhancements, their relationships are evolving nicely and the storyline is engrossing. Bravo MA!
September 10, 2019
Another excellent book in the series. Looking forward to #9.
September 16, 2019
Bloody kindle
Hi kindle wont let me close this book and move on to the next one until i do a review
Hi kindle wont let me close this book and move on to the next one until i do a review
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