Alien Diplomacy (Katherine "Kitty" Katt, #5)

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Alien Diplomacy (Katherine "Kitty" Katt #5)

by Gini Koch (Goodreads Author)

4.13 of 5 stars 4.13 · rating details · 507 ratings · 75 reviews

Being newlyweds and new parents is challenging enough. But Jeff and Kitty Martini are also giving up their roles as super-being exterminators and Commanders in Centaurion Division while mastering the political landscape as the new heads of Centaurion's Diplomatic Corps. Enter a shadowy assassination plot and a new set of anti-alien conspirators, and nothing will ever be th...more

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Published April 3rd 2012 by DAW

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Apr 05, 2013 Kathy Davie rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: sci-fi, romance

Fifth in the Katherine "Kitty" Katt science-fiction romance revolving around Kitty Katt, one of several new ambassadors in Washington, D.C.

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I think Kitty's right. It's safer out on the frontlines battling aliens and horrible monsters than navigating Washington politics! This one is klutzy compared to the earlier ones. Sure, all the previous stories have been about some evil being/organization wanting to take over the world, but Koch has given the previous stories interesting twists. This...more

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Apr 04, 2012 Holly rated it 4 of 5 stars

Kitty and Jeff are trying to adjust to their new diplomacy status, Kitty being especially miserable and bored. She is forced to endure Washington Wife classes and deal with the major tools in that class. She finally gets some good news when her helpful football player friends come to be her new drivers. Also make a reappearance is the nosy reporter Joel Oliver, but he turns out to be more helpful so it seems. They seem to drag a lot more people into their business which seems a little risky to m...more

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Jun 16, 2012 Laura rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: science-fiction

Mea culpa! I accidentally read the books out of order. I skipped Alien Proliferation and rad this one first. I was really lost as a result. Last I read, Kitty was pregnant now she has a baby and several couples have married. There were reference to Paris which I did not understand. I finally checked and realized that Alien Proliferation isn't in my library which means I was out of order in my reading. I had a choice: quit or continue reading. I chose to continue reading. (Alien Proliferation is...more

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Apr 10, 2012 Lyndi rated it 4 of 5 stars

First, this is a horrible cover... Kitty looks like her back is broken and she's missing a leg. WTF?

Edit: While the cover makes a little more sense now that I've read the book, she still looks messed up.

This is the 5th book in the series and unfortunately, my least favorite so far. When I say I love this series, you really have no idea how much of an understatement that is. But I just...wasn't impressed this time around. There are too many unresolved issues and plot holes. And while I call them...more First, this is a horrible cover... Kitty looks like her back is broken and she's missing a leg. WTF?

Edit: While the cover makes a little more sense now that I've read the book, she still looks messed up.

This is the 5th book in the series and unfortunately, my least favorite so far. When I say I love this series, you really have no idea how much of an understatement that is. But I just...wasn't impressed this time around. There are too many unresolved issues and plot holes. And while I call them "plot holes", they may actually be addressed in subsequent books. At the moment, though, they are plot holes.

So, this is going to be a little rant. Spoiler warning! Continue reading at your own risk.

We still don't discuss Kitty dying while giving birth. It's mentioned when the Dazzler's start going into labor, but we still don't address the issue at all and that's pissing me off. She friggin' DIED and all kinds of crazy shit happened! Regardless of whether or not Kitty remembers what happened (remember, Reader doesn't remember what he learned while dead and they both forgot what they spoke about after he was brought back), the situation needs to be resolved. I have a hard time believing Gini Koch would give us the dying scene and not wrap it up by the next book. But nope, you can pretty much forget that Kitty died because it means nothing in this book. Fingers crossed for a resolution in the next book.

Less action. Lots of running away, though, and I was a little let down. I know Washington DC is a place where your enemies are right in front of you pretending to be your friend. I expected some serious backstabbing, political maneuvering, etc. Instead, we got some slightly annoying characters from the Washington Wives class that didn't do much of anything besides insult Kitty and make her feel uncomfortable. Their nonsense could have been taken out entirely. Also, I'm totally confused about who is married to who, who was pretending to be straight, who was having threesomes, etc. Those Washington spouses are freakin' kinky!

At the end of the last book, it's revealed that some weird shit is happening around Alpha Four, but nothing of that was mentioned in this book. Hopefully, the 6th book will cover it. I was excited when the Earth A-Cs and humans went to Alpha Four and I had hoped they'd go back for a visit in this novel. No such luck. Alpha Four is mentioned only once, I believe. Alexander isn't mentioned at all.

We usually have numerous different diabolical plans happening at once and that doesn't seem to be the case here. However, there was enough confusion that it felt similar to the other books. This is the first book in which the A-Cs don't really know what's going on. It was a new concept, since usually Kitty can figure out what's going on with a little bit of verbal thinking. In the previous books, I really liked that Kitty would catch on before anyone else. In this book, she kept her mouth shut and I kinda missed the way she worked things out by discussing them. It happened a couple times, but never to the extent that the previous books did.

Now, it sounds like I didn't like this book but I did! I promise! I just didn't get the answers I was hoping for and things were much different in this book. It's not a bad thing, just different. I really hope the plot holes are filled in the next book. Otherwise, I'm going to have to write a strongly worded letter to my Congressman and take this shit to the hill.

I definitely recommend this book, but you can't start here. You have to start with Touched by an Alien or nothing will make sense.(less)

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May 15, 2012 E. rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: sci-fi, humor

“Alien Diplomacy” by Gini Koch is part of her ‘Alien/Kitty Katt’ series featuring Alpha Centaurion (A-C) Jeff Martini. A fast-moving science fiction tale with tongue firmly in cheek, this episode describes Kitty Katt-Martini as she is struggling to adapt to being a mom and ambassador surrounded by and affiliated with Armani clad aliens. No, not those from another country...those from another galaxy! Their cover as the American Centaurion diplomats seems reasonable but Kitty is finding it difficu...more “Alien Diplomacy” by Gini Koch is part of her ‘Alien/Kitty Katt’ series featuring Alpha Centaurion (A-C) Jeff Martini. A fast-moving science fiction tale with tongue firmly in cheek, this episode describes Kitty Katt-Martini as she is struggling to adapt to being a mom and ambassador surrounded by and affiliated with Armani clad aliens. No, not those from another country...those from another galaxy! Their cover as the American Centaurion diplomats seems reasonable but Kitty is finding it difficult to transition to a less physically active role, especially given her intriguing powers conferred by their precocious baby Jamie. The power games in Washington DC politics is given a new look when the maneuvering includes superbeings, world domination and backstabbing which is opposed by beings with hyperspeed, telepathy and dual hearts. The redistribution of roles has been necessarily imposed by the spate of pregnancies which tends to handicap some of the key personnel but Kitty and Jeff are learning to adapt to each other’s idiosyncrasies and revel in their relationship. Kitty’s Washington Wife class seems to do little to prepare her for moving properly within diplomatic circles and causes her to relieve the angst of high school but she little realizes that the crisis foretold as culminating in the President’s Ball will have some bearing on the lessons that she learns from her classmates. Fortunately she knows some people who know some people so she has plenty of assistance to call upon...if she lives that long.

A lighthearted and entertaining parody of science fiction tales complete with fascinating weapons, intriguing entities which can morph in size and shape and mad scientists contrasted with mundane things like mommy/child exercise classes and designer dress competitions. References to occurrences from past books in the series whet one’s appetite for more information but this book can be read as a whirlwind stand alone. The romance displayed between the main characters is enhanced by the outrageous situations that Kitty finds herself in (or causes) and the self-deprecating humor displayed by the plucky heroine makes this a delightful read.

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Apr 28, 2012 Dottie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Taken from my review on RomanceJunkies.com

A fun read, ALIEN DIPLOMACY, the fifth book in talented author Gini Koch’s KATHARINE ‘KITTY’ KATT series, is a science fiction romantic thriller that centers on Kitty’s constant struggle between her seemingly perfect domestic life and her love of kicking butt. The snarky wit, attitude, hot aliens dressed in Armani, hilarious one-liners, danger, intriguing plot, complex characters, extraordinary baby Jamie-Katt, rock music and heated romance add up to a s...more

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Jan 25, 2013 J rated it 4 of 5 stars

This book is better then all the first ones in the series, though they have been getting better as the series goes on. I think the reason is that the first one I had a hard time getting off the "seriously, they are taking orders from her?" to just enjoying the wacky conspiracy and how it unfolded. At this point I can rest on the disbelief ( not that there is less to disbelieve) but concentrate more on how the conspiracy plays out. I also enjoyed watching how they are going from the active leader...more

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Apr 26, 2012 Susi rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012, 2012-03, science-fiction, romance, funny

Review originally posted at Book Lovers Inc.

In Alien Diplomacy we find our favorite well dressed Aliens and the fabulous Kitty as sharp and funny as always but the setting itself is changed. Jeff’s and Kitty’s new job as Diplomats for the ACs seems to change the game for them but they still don’t get to miss the parties. One big problem is hovering in the near future and there are again evil maniacs out there to ruin the fun. Question is who and if i’St only one fugly planning to ruin the dancin...more Review originally posted at Book Lovers Inc.

In Alien Diplomacy we find our favorite well dressed Aliens and the fabulous Kitty as sharp and funny as always but the setting itself is changed. Jeff’s and Kitty’s new job as Diplomats for the ACs seems to change the game for them but they still don’t get to miss the parties. One big problem is hovering in the near future and there are again evil maniacs out there to ruin the fun. Question is who and if i’St only one fugly planning to ruin the dancing?
This new job is by far not what Kitty and Jeff want but our couple isn’t one to give up. Kitty is, as obediently as she can be, doing everything that is expected. She does her best but well she isn’t this uppity kind of gal and I loved her for that. More than once she bumps noses with the in crowd and she does that with style- at least her kind of style. *wink* She is adjusting well to being a mom but all the diplomatic facets of her new role are seriously trying her patience. She always was and still is a girl who says what she thinks and it seems society doesn’t agree with me for loving her for that. It’s one of the main reasons I love her. She’s not only fun but she also is an honest person.

Jeff is doing slightly better but he also misses being active on the field. I loved to see both of the grow into this new job but even more doing the same with their relationship and still quite new little family. Jeff is trying hard to get the jealousy factor under control and he really shocked me with his emotional maturity at times. He still is all alpha male need-to-protect-woman-and-kid-at-all-costs but I wouldn’t expect less of him. Even though I have to say I’m not sure I can forgive him for turning out the music while Iron Maiden was on. Seriously Jeff, what is wrong with you?

In Alien Diplomacy we meet all our favorite characters again and thanks to Kitty and her awesome people skills we meet some new ones who are as quirky and refreshing as we expect Koch’s characters to be.

The plot is multi-layered and interwoven. We know the problem nearly from the start but the search for the big bad is the main problem through the book. It kept me guessing with Kitty and I caught myself turning into a conspiracy queen at times. I loved discovering the varied themes and plots in bits and pieces. It constantly kept the suspense at a high level and urged me to read just one more chapter. The series plot is getting thicker and thicker and I desperately await the next book Alien vs. Alien to find out what happens next.

Alien Diplomacy has everything I love about this series- the jokes, pop culture references, the hot aliens and a clever, touch but still real heroine. I love how Koch gives her characters strength but never makes them seem untouchable. Kitty is definitely a gal I would love to call my friend- not only because her taste in music rocks.

If you want to try something new and refreshing I urge you to read this series- it will surprise you and won’t let you stop until you read them all.

I give Alien Diplomacy 4 stars(less)

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Jul 30, 2012 Iris (Paranormal Cravings) rated it 4 of 5 stars

After reading these five books it amazed me that every time Gini Koch delivers a fun and fast-paced action packed story by introducing new characters, doubts, sinister plots and sexy good looking aliens that keep you right on the edge of your seat! There's almost never a dull moment in Alien Diplomacy about this Alien family, their company and the trouble that just keeps popping up!

“Welcome to My Super Secret Life, where people try to kill us on a regular basis, and we thwart bad-guy schemes for...more

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Apr 05, 2012 Nikki Brandyberry rated it 3 of 5 stars

After everything she’s been through, Kitty would love nothing more then a bit of down time. Sadly that just ins’t in the cards. She’s a new parent, she has a new job and with that job comes a responsibility that she become the face of a nation. No one is who they seem and if Kitty and Jeff have any chance of being successful at their new jobs, they will need to find out who is behind the attacks, what they want, and look fabulous and laid back while doing it. After all, important government figu...more After everything she’s been through, Kitty would love nothing more then a bit of down time. Sadly that just ins’t in the cards. She’s a new parent, she has a new job and with that job comes a responsibility that she become the face of a nation. No one is who they seem and if Kitty and Jeff have any chance of being successful at their new jobs, they will need to find out who is behind the attacks, what they want, and look fabulous and laid back while doing it. After all, important government figures don’t kick ass….much.

Alien Diplomacy is Gini Koch’s 5th forray into the world of Kitty Katt’s (AKA Kitty Martini) world. Up to this point we have had many steamy scenes, hilarious one liners, tons of shady government conspiracies and way to many hot aliens dressed in Armani. I have rode this train since the beginning and wow what a ride it has been! This is definitely one of my favorite series and I have shouted to anyone that would listen that they needed to check this series out. Simply put, I love this series. Which is why is pains me to type the next paragraph.

I didn’t like this one nearly as much as the past books. Kitty has a distinct personality. She’s direct. She’s an acquired taste. While I appreciated her awesome one liners again in A.D, her constant stream of questions seemed to grate on my nerves quite quickly. It appears that once again Kitty always seems to be the one that pulls that string that has all the ideas neatly falling into place. I wish Martini or Christopher got to unravel something on their own. Even Chuckie seems to always count on Kitty to get the ball rolling. After four books of this I was hoping Koch would change it up a bit and let someone else shine. A.D. is also slower then past books. I wasn’t pulled in right off the bat and so the first 150 pages were more a struggle for me then I’d like. The slowness coupled with the growing length of these books just felt like to much to me. The lengths of these books is my main concern. There seems to be way to much filler as the books get longer. As much as I appreciate the wit and the way in which the team works through the issues, it’s just becoming a chore to read all of it as the books get more complex. I don’t need to know every single thing Kitty is thinking at every single second of the book. I love snark but I don’t want every single page filled to the brim with it. I also think that while adding a baby (Jaime) to the mix was a unevitable evolution to the series, I think it was done to soon as some of the slowness revolves around Kitty and Martini being parents and not able to kick ass as often as they’d like.

The story line in A.D. with the shady stalkers and the blowing up of…well…a lot, was interesting and I enjoyed Mister Joel Oliver being more of a good guy this time around. In fact there are several characters that may have appaeared in previous books that hold a bigger role in A.D. I liked that. Even though there are a TON (and I mean that) of characters in these books, I find that I enjoy when more come in. Not to say it can’t get confusing. It can. In fact I feel like having a manual with all the characters and who they like or don’t like, abilities and personalities would be a good idea.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m still CRAZY in love with this series.I still have the hots for Martini and still enjoy Kitty’s personality. Even best friends get annoyed at each other occasionally. I just think AD fell a bit short for me and it makes me incredibly sad to say that. I also think that lovers of this series need to read the book regardless because of the ever evolving story arc. I find that at least once in a series something doesn’t sit well with me…and unfortunately that’s this book. I am looking forward to the next book and will approach it with a fresh attitude and outlook.

I give Alien Diplomacy by Gini Koch 3 stars! (less)

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Apr 26, 2013 Joshua Palmatier rated it 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book in the Alien series, more than the last few. This one had a little more focus for me, and the plot was a little less chaotic and the people easier to follow, which is a good thing. It was still a fast-paced, convoluted, wild story like the others . . . just more fun than the others because it was just that tiny bit calmer.

The main premise is that Martini and Kitty have now become the Alien diplomats, moving to DC where they are out to protect the rights of American Cen...more I really enjoyed this book in the Alien series, more than the last few. This one had a little more focus for me, and the plot was a little less chaotic and the people easier to follow, which is a good thing. It was still a fast-paced, convoluted, wild story like the others . . . just more fun than the others because it was just that tiny bit calmer.

The main premise is that Martini and Kitty have now become the Alien diplomats, moving to DC where they are out to protect the rights of American Centaurians at the political level, leaving the fighting of supermonsters to others. Kitty is forced to take diplomacy classes, while the others struggle to fit in. But of course, no sooner do they reach DC than someone tries to kill Kitty . . . or are they really after her daughter? Or perhaps they're after Mr. Joel Oliver, their favorite paparazzi? Things move quickly from exploding limos to a connection to the recent rumors of supersoldiers being created down in Paraguay (mentioned in previous books) and some kind of assassination attempt to be made at the President's next big ball. Only no matter Kitty and Martini do, they can't seem to find out who the target is--whether it's Kitty, their daughter, or any one of the high-powered politicos who will be at the party, including the president himself. The race is on see if they can unravel the evil-doers plot before everything goes boom.

As I said, I enjoyed this book more than the past few in this series, mostly because the plot was less chaotic than the others, so a little easier to follow, and because the book was more focused. There were tons of people, but we weren't bouncing back and forth between them, so it was easier to keep track of everyone and remember who they all were. I really think it just came down to the focus--there was one main thread with mentions of a few tangential plots. Part of the reason this focus worked is because, unlike the previous books, the group was investigating an assassination. They were working off of something they knew was going to happen. In the past, they were always simply reacting to things and trying to catch up. Here, they knew what was going to happen, they just had to figure out who, what, why, and when. I also think the book worked better because it took some dangling plot threads we'd heard about in previous books and tied them together, so some of the chaos was resolved. So instead of making things more and more complicated by introducing more and more threads, this book took some of those and closed them off. So it felt like the book had better resolution.

At the same time, it was still the fast-paced rollercoaster ride of fun, humor, action, and sex that you expect from a Gini Koch novel. It's over-the-top antics with nice touches of humanity threaded throughout and the story itself evolves from book to book. The world changes, rather than having everyone back to normal and the status quo at the end, as happens in many urban fantasy series of this sort. I continue to enjoy the series and intend to read the next book from Gini Koch.(less)

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Jul 22, 2012 Nitzan Schwarz rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: to-buy, favorites, 2012-favorites

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I loved this book, same as I did the last installment.
It was refreshing to see them (and by them, I mean Kitty) figure out the scheme only at the very end, though some of the bad guys were really obvious. (view spoiler)...more To read more reviews and fun things go to my blog; Drugs Called Books!

I loved this book, same as I did the last installment.
It was refreshing to see them (and by them, I mean Kitty) figure out the scheme only at the very end, though some of the bad guys were really obvious. (view spoiler)
There were some simply amazingly hilarious moments in this book. One of the most noteworthy was (view spoiler)
As always, I loved all the characters; Jeff (he was one of my instant faves from the first book, btw) and Kitty, James (instant fav, as well!) and Grower, Richard (I love him and Kitty together on their missions. They fit really well and it's so funny with the "Rick, honey" and "Kathy, dear" parts that get to Jeff), Chris, Tim, Jerry, Chuck, Angela, and everyone else
Loved seeing MJO taking a bit more active part of the story; have been wondering when he'll take it and whether he'd become part of the gang since two books ago when he first showed up.
Was thrilled to finally meet Caro. It's great to finally have met all of Kitty's friends. I don't think I've ever mentioned it before in my reviews, but I've been looking forward meeting them all since they were mentioned in book one. Charles was not one of my instant faves, though I'm quite fond of him now (they have to get him a girl! I kind of hope it'd be one of the Gower girls. My suggestion? One go with Charles, one with either Len or Kyle – depends who Adriana will choose), Amy was okay in the last book (and happily found her mate in Chris, who I was hoping will get a girl) and finally now we had Caro. I hope she and Michael stay together - I'd love for him to settle down.
Wonder what's going to happen with Len, Kyle (who I loved to see again) and Adriana - can't have them both date her, can we? Maybe she has some nice sister, or something.
Finally, I resisted reading the sneak peak for Alien vs. Alien, somehow. I really wanted to read it - but it would've been torture to wait after that. I can't wait for it. This series had actually gotten better with each book for me, and I want more!
BTW - Jamie is the cutest thing, ever!(less)

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Oct 23, 2012 A. B. rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: funny, romance, sf

As with the first four novels in this series, Alien Diplomacy delivers on moments of witty banter and some pretty fun fight sequences, however, I feel as though this series has begun to taper off.

I do enjoy the number of red herrings Gini throws into her books. There is something to be said for the chaotic tone it adds to the book. If there’s one thing I’m seriously grateful for it’s that Jeff has finally grown out of his “Uber Jealous” faze and is finally acting like the grown up alien he is. T...more

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Aug 08, 2012 Daffodil rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: science-fiction, urban-fantasy

I absolutely love this series and I loved this book. I cannot wait for December's arrival of Alien vs. Alien, book #6.

Kitty's decidedly quirky sense of humor is one of my favorite things about this series. As a villain remarked in this book, her propensity for funny nicknames (Operation Fugly, Operation Drug Addict, Cabal of Evil) doesn't stem from immaturity or an inability to remember (i.e. lack of intelligence). Rather, Kitty has a unique world view and she calls 'em like she sees 'em. That...more

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Jul 31, 2012 Jo (Mixed Book Bag) rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: science-fiction

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Kitty and Jeff have new roles in Alien Diplomacy. They are the ambassadors for Centurion American and while they accept their their new roles neither is very happy. After being the center of all the action they are now in a much more passive job. Someone else is doing his or her old jobs. Kitty is regulated to taking classes like Washington Wife’s. A class that is suppose to school her in proper behavior for a Ambassador’s wife. Of course she ranks at the bottom of the class. Just...more Science Fiction

Kitty and Jeff have new roles in Alien Diplomacy. They are the ambassadors for Centurion American and while they accept their their new roles neither is very happy. After being the center of all the action they are now in a much more passive job. Someone else is doing his or her old jobs. Kitty is regulated to taking classes like Washington Wife’s. A class that is suppose to school her in proper behavior for a Ambassador’s wife. Of course she ranks at the bottom of the class. Just when she thinks she will die of boredom a new threat arrives. Word is that there will be an assassination during the Presidents Ball and the AC’s are trying to find out who the target is so they can stop it from happening.

It is fun to see Kitty in a support role. I know I liked her much better in this book than I did in the last. While she is always fun her I know it all and I am the only one who comes up with any good ideas attitude in the last book kind of got on my nerves. She still has good ideas but is not rubbing everyone’s nose it. For most of the book she is as clueless as everyone else.

I also like Jeff’s change of attitude. His jealousy was also stepping on a few of my nerves. That was toned down a lot. What made the jealousy so bad was the fact that there was never any reason for him to be jealous. He is Kitty’s one and only.

There are a great group of new characters and some of the side characters for previous books have an expanded role in Alien Diplomacy. I especially liked seeing how Mister Joel Oliver, the little snoop, has a more important part in the story.

The plot is very exciting but does not have as much over the top action as previous books. The pacing was much calmer with everything building to the big climax. It was not so calm that I could stand to put the books down. In fact I stayed up late to finish it. Of course at the end Kitty played a major role.

Little Jamie –Kat at age 3 months also had a big part to play. By the time she is one she may be able rule the world if she wanted.

Now I have to wait until December for the next book, Alien VS Alien, which I already have on pre-order.

Alien Diplomacy can stand-alone but I recommend reading the series in order. If you don’t you will miss out on a lot of fun.

DAW published Alien Diplomacy by Gini Koch in 2012. (less)

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Apr 18, 2012 Kristin rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: sci-fi, urban-fantasy, own

3.5 stars
I still remember the day I picked up Gini Koch's first book in this series, Touched by an Alien, in the bookstore and read the back cover. I thought to myself, "Well, this is quite bizarre. I bet it's hysterical. I think I'll give it a shot." And since then, I've frantically waited in between books to get my fix of brilliant dialogue, witty humor, completely discombobulated iPod mixes (who listens to "Cold" by Tears for Fears?!) with extremely hot lovin' mixed in. Books one through fou...more 3.5 stars
I still remember the day I picked up Gini Koch's first book in this series, Touched by an Alien, in the bookstore and read the back cover. I thought to myself, "Well, this is quite bizarre. I bet it's hysterical. I think I'll give it a shot." And since then, I've frantically waited in between books to get my fix of brilliant dialogue, witty humor, completely discombobulated iPod mixes (who listens to "Cold" by Tears for Fears?!) with extremely hot lovin' mixed in. Books one through four have all, but one, been 5 star reviews from me (Alien In The Family was 4.5). Gini Koch is one of my favorite authors, period... end of sentence.

When your favorite authors write a series you follow, there's sometimes one book that comes along that just doesn't "do it" for ya. Sadly, this book was my "meh" book of the series.

I enjoyed getting caught up with Jeff and Kitty. I was looking forward to seeing how they were faring with the new addition to their family, Jamie. After Ms. Koch's previous book in the series, Alien Proliferation, I was ready for something a little lighter, perhaps back to fun times that dominated the first book. But I got a little bogged down with trying to remember all the new character's names and their roles in the landscape or grand scheme. We didn't get a chance to see where all the old characters were before we started meeting, like, 10 new characters. Ahhhhh!!! I was almost ready to make a pivot chart in PowerPoint to keep track of it all.

It also seemed to me that interactions between Kitty and some of the "older", established characters, particularly Christopher, her mom and dad, and Paul were cut short to make room for new characters. This left those short, little appearances kind of flat and didn't showcase the other character's synergistic personality.

But, the thing is, Kitty is Kitty and will always be a brilliant mess! I'll always read her adventures because Gini Koch is freaking hysterical. Who quotes Buckaroo Banzai and refers to it for more than a paragraph??? Seriously, folks! We're talking a classic, cult, horrible sci-fi movie that came out when I was a kid. I loved that stupid movie!! And I quoted that quote all the time!!

But I digress...

Still, you get your brilliant dialogue, witty humor, completely messed up beyond all recognition iPod playlist and some seriously hot lovin' in this installment of the Kitty Katt series (you may want to take notes on the latter). Just be ready for lots of diplomacy and not so much alien. (less)

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Apr 23, 2012 Sofija rated it 4 of 5 stars

I’m not happy. I love this series very much and it pains me to take one star away from it, but it would be unfair to the previous books because "Alien Diplomacy" wasn’t as excellent as the others.

I still can’t forgive Gini Koch for giving Kitty some of the A-C special powers. The main reason I liked her was because she was ordinary human and was staying alive in dangerous situations only because of her brains! Kitty was awesome enough without power upgrade!

Then there were so many characters that...more

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Apr 10, 2012 Erin rated it 4 of 5 stars

So... the best way that I can describe this book is... a caper. We have Kitty and Co. running around trying to figure out the different angles of a vague and never ending assassination plot and trying to determine who's involved. All the while in a new environment, Washington D.C., and trying to remain diplomatic and one step ahead of the political mechanizations of their new positions. Of course, there's many, many angles and people involved, all of which concern her new alien family and friend...more So... the best way that I can describe this book is... a caper. We have Kitty and Co. running around trying to figure out the different angles of a vague and never ending assassination plot and trying to determine who's involved. All the while in a new environment, Washington D.C., and trying to remain diplomatic and one step ahead of the political mechanizations of their new positions. Of course, there's many, many angles and people involved, all of which concern her new alien family and friends and Kitty's own family's espionage ties.

I do enjoy this series. A heroine that is strong and in charge and very smart while still having the American dream. But... Kitty's a bit too perfect, even though there are running gags and jokes about some of her very minor flaws. She always "figures it all" out in the nick of time and without her, no one, not a highly intelligent alien race or the espionage, CIA branch of the US government, would have a clue. So... that aspect of this series is getting a bit drug out and after book 5, it's a bit repetitive. But... on the flip side, that's why I liked this character from the start... her willingness to throw herself into harm's way and to "figure" out stuff literally on the fly. And as with all good capers, you have to have that one character who can piece together the puzzle and provide the aha! moment. But in this series, the aha moments are starting to feel rushed and the shine is starting to dull a bit.

As with all of the books in this series, there's a lot of frustrated, running around that includes lots of bullets, lots of near misses and lots of bad guys. Ms. Koch does a very good job of a bait and switch, watch this hand not that one! switcheroo when it comes to the plot. We are drug along with Kitty and Co. down many dead ends and as a reader, I was feeling their frustration too! But the scenes are fluid and the action hot, so I was able to forgive the long... nothing. Cuz that's a bit how I felt that the story was. A long, drawn out, but entertaining, fluff with really nothing substantial until the last couple of chapters. But then again, this is what Ms. Koch does best. She writes this long caper that just when you're about to flip to the back and spoil the mystery, she throws in a great scene to keep you glued to the pages again. And as with the previous books, despite the long, long bits of unexplained mayhem and evil doings, it all wraps up rather neatly in the end with the appropriate villains. And despite every character being a caricature/stereotype, it all... just fits. Any other author, I would not have followed a series this long b/c it would have annoyed me to no end. But Ms. Koch deftly weaves together the silly and the caper and it works beautifully. Kitty and Co. have some awesome lines and their sarcasm saves this from being too silly. And that's what I enjoy about this series. A light, fluff, fast read that's entertaining, funny, and action packed.

I'm rating this a 4, cuz I was asked to suspend a lot of disbelief at times and there's getting to be a bit of an overwhelming supporting cast.(less)

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Apr 06, 2012 Eva rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: romance, aliens, humor, urban-fantasy, paranormal

Gini Koch outdid herself with the latest installment in her Katherine "Kitty" Katt Series. Alien Diplomacy was a breath of fresh (and humorous) air! My mood was brightened just by reading it. I just can't seem to get enough of this series. Honestly I am unsure why I love this series so much, but I do. I find it so very highly entertaining. The humor is on the cheesy side and I often find myself chuckling while reading.

Alien Diplomacy is the 5th book in the series and although Kitty wasn't her n...more

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Apr 20, 2012 Blodeuedd Finland rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: scifiromance

The book is as crazy as ever. What more can you expect from this series. There are conspiracies, strange taxi drivers, and all while trying to find a nice dress for the President's Ball.

The last review I did I made a bit differently and honestly after 5 books it's hard to say something new. I mean Kitty is cool, though I did feel at one time that she should have know better. I mean I knew better and all thanks to my Kitty schooling. But other than that she was on top of things.

Martini was actual...more

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May 05, 2012 Gary rated it 5 of 5 stars

Every book in this awesome series never fail to disappoint me. I always enjoy them thoroughly! In all honest opinion, they really do cheer me up when I'm feeling down.

This time, Kitty and gang needs to thwart an assassination at the President's Ball. No one knows who the target is, or who the assassin may be. As usual, conspiracies are abound in "Alien Diplomacy", and they must figure out everything before it's too late.

In this 5th book of the series, we see coping Kitty and Jeff coping as ambas...more

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May 06, 2012 Sarah rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: books-i-own-print, read-in-2012

It's all change for the Alpha team since Kitty gave birth to her baby daughter. With Jeff, Kitty and Christopher now working in Washington heading up the American Centaurion Diplomatic Corps it has left Reader, Gower and the others to take over the role of hunting down the super-beings. Kitty has never been the most diplomatic character so her new job doesn't come naturally - in fact she has been signed up to multiple classes just to learn how to behave around the other ambassadors. Luckily Jeff...more It's all change for the Alpha team since Kitty gave birth to her baby daughter. With Jeff, Kitty and Christopher now working in Washington heading up the American Centaurion Diplomatic Corps it has left Reader, Gower and the others to take over the role of hunting down the super-beings. Kitty has never been the most diplomatic character so her new job doesn't come naturally - in fact she has been signed up to multiple classes just to learn how to behave around the other ambassadors. Luckily Jeff is coping a little better but no matter which way you look at it the transition isn't going smoothly. Throw in an assassination attempt, Washington politics and the usual plots against the AC's and they're going to be in for a bumpy ride.

It's no secret that I'm a massive fan girl when it comes to this series - I can't get enough of Kitty, Jeff and the Alpha Centaurion crew! I love the humour, the snark, the action and the romance not to mention all the hot men - both the alien and human ones. I love the way Kitty has built up such a loyal team of men and women, the banter between the various human and alien agencies and the way they all work together to battle the big bad fuglies. Without a doubt this is one of my favourite series and one that I can't recommend highly enough.

It pains me to say it but I didn't enjoy Alien Diplomacy quite as much as the first four books. Don't get me wrong, it's still an awesome read and a must for any fan of the series, it just didn't quite live up to my (admittedly high) expectations. I don't think it helped that it has been a few months since I read Alien Proliferation, when a series has as many characters as this one does it can be hard to remember exactly who everyone is - especially the more minor players. It didn't take me too long to settle back into Kitty's world and I enjoyed the fact that some of the people we have met previously now have a more important role to play but I have to confess to finding myself confused by the number of new characters. I kept finding myself having to backtrack to figure out who was who, especially when it came to members of Kitty's Washington Wives class and their respective spouses.

I also found having Kitty and the team based in Washington was a big change of pace, particularly in the earlier part of the book where everyone is trying to settle into their new roles and figure out how things work in the world of the diplomats. The action really picked up in the second half of the book but I missed watching Kitty and Jeff out battling super-beings. The plot was still incredibly complex though, if you've read any of this series then you'll already know that Gini Koch is an expert at weaving multiple layers into her books. I don't think I've ever read a series as complex as this one and I never manage to fully figure out all of the plots that are going on. Alien Diplomacy is no exception and as usual Kitty and the gang have to put together the clues to figure out how many different factions they are up against this time around.

Please don't be put off by the fact that this isn't my favourite book in the series. These books are still outstanding and they're ones I have and will continue to recommend heartily. I have already pre-ordered my copy of Alien vs. Alien and I can't wait to get my hands on my next Jeff and Kitty fix!(less)

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Mar 23, 2012 Carien rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorites, scifi

And yet again Koch delivers a fun and action packed story.

Alien Diplomacy is a fast paced read, full of Koch's trademark wackiness and over the top (but oh so cool and fun) action.

There's lots of new characters introduced in this book and I have to confess that at times I had trouble remembering who was who, but that didn't diminish my enjoyment. I was glad that all my favorite characters were all still present and still kicking ass and taking names. I also hope that some of the new characters w...more

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Apr 10, 2012 Sandra rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: sci-fi, romance, gini-koch, challenges-2012, own

I think I'm addicted to this series. The book came yesterday in the mail and I dropped another promising book to dive into this one ASAP.

Kitty & Jeff are now the Ambassadors for American Centurion and Kitty is having a hard time doing the diplomatic thing. She is sent off to the 'Washington Wives' class and meets an assortment of characters best described as political backstabbers. Of course, nothing is as it seems, especially around Kitty.

Mr Joel Oliver, tabloid journalist/photographer gets...more

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Mar 02, 2012 Cody Calahan (The Boyish Booklover) rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: owned, reviewed-tbb, arc, paperback, read-in-2012

Synopsis:

Being newlyweds and new parents is challenging enough. But nothing's ever easy for Jeff and Kitty Katt-Martini, particularly not when they have to switch from being superbeing exterminators and Commanders in Centaurion Division to mastering the political landscape as the new heads of American Centaurion's Diplomatic Corps.

Kitty's brand of diplomacy and lobbying isn't quite as smooth as Jeff's-Washington parties, lobbyists of all stripes, and politicians from all states and countries pre...more Synopsis:

Being newlyweds and new parents is challenging enough. But nothing's ever easy for Jeff and Kitty Katt-Martini, particularly not when they have to switch from being superbeing exterminators and Commanders in Centaurion Division to mastering the political landscape as the new heads of American Centaurion's Diplomatic Corps.

Kitty's brand of diplomacy and lobbying isn't quite as smooth as Jeff's-Washington parties, lobbyists of all stripes, and politicians from all states and countries present challenges a well-stocked iPod and quirky sense of humor aren't always up to handling. But when a shadowy assassination plot and a new set of anti-alien conspirators are identified, Kitty's the diplomat for the job-in between "Mommy and Me," "Diplomacy for Beginners," and the dreaded "Washington Wife" classes.

As explosions, assassination attempts, and murders pile up, the question shifts from "who's the target" to "will we all survive to see next week"?

Armed with only their wits, and dressed to kill, it's up to Kitty and the Diplomatic Corps to stop the bad guys from unleashing mayhem on all the world's leaders. But will Kitty trust the right people, at the right times, or will going her own way prove deadly-not just to her, but to her daughter, Jamie?

My Thoughts:

Gini Koch delivers yet another fantastic thrill ride filled with doubts, sinister plots, shady diplomats, hunky aliens, and poofs (who doesn't love poofs?). Per usual, the characters involved are put through stress unlike anything a normal person should have to deal with, and their individual personalities still shine through strongly. The characters stand on their own, and yet help each other move the plot along at a great pace. I love the fact that they are not stationary (meaning their lives change-a LOT- just like in real life) and that gives them a more realistic feel.

The story itself keeps you on edge waiting for the next awful thing to happen (you know something ELSE is ALWAYS coming). There's almost never a dull moment in the Martini family and company which lends to a fast-paced plot filled with so many questions. I love this series and recommend it to everyone I know, and Alien Diplomacy has fanned that flame. Such an exciting novel I know you guys will love so make sure to preorder the book now as it's set for release April 3, 2012!

Gini also gives a sneak peak of the next novel to come, Alien vs. Alien, and can I just say- O.M.G.!!!!(less)

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Feb 06, 2012 ALPHAreader rated it 5 of 5 stars

Katherine ‘Kitty’ Katt isn’t fitting too comfortably into her new role as Mrs. Martini. Ever since Jeff became an ambassador, Kitty has had to swap her favourite band t-shirts for frocks, and learn how to host dignified soirees instead of her much preferred rock-fests. But Kitty is trying – she is attending a ‘Washington Wife’ class and learning the proper way to meet and greet Russian dignitaries without embarrassing Jeff or her fellow countrymen.

As hard as being a perfect little wifey is for...more

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Apr 02, 2012 Bells rated it 3 of 5 stars

Trouble seems to follow the main character in this series wherever she goes. Katherine "Kitty" Katt has gotten used to it. In the last 4 books she's seen and dealt trouble from just about everywhere. But now she's facing it head on in one of the scariest and weirdest places possible, our nations capital, Washington D.C. Kitty and Martini are now Ambassadors for American Centaurion and are trying their best to fit in with the DC crowd all while raising their baby. They have a lot of new responsib...more Trouble seems to follow the main character in this series wherever she goes. Katherine "Kitty" Katt has gotten used to it. In the last 4 books she's seen and dealt trouble from just about everywhere. But now she's facing it head on in one of the scariest and weirdest places possible, our nations capital, Washington D.C. Kitty and Martini are now Ambassadors for American Centaurion and are trying their best to fit in with the DC crowd all while raising their baby. They have a lot of new responsibilities and it's a good thing that they are surrounded by so many family and friends that they love.

A lot is thrown at the reader in this book as the characters try to figure out just exactly who is planning on assassinating someone at the President's Ball. A party that a lot of important and high ranking people in town will be attending. Before the ball, there seems to be several groups of people trying to kill Kitty and no one can be trusted. At one point in the book there is nothing but action sequences as Kitty and company run for their lives. Heck I wasn't the one doing the running and even I was tired! Since I live so close to D.C. I felt like I was there with the gang as I'm familiar with a lot of the locations that they visited. From now on I will always think of Kitty as I pass by the Potomac River. Kitty as always was hilarious and kept me laughing throughout the book. She is truly unique and isn't afraid to be herself regardless of who she is dealing with. She has a way with words and uses her many "Kittyisms" throughout the book which I love! Some of the people that she has to deal with don't understand her, but that fans of this series sure do. Her hunky hubby Martini (I love you Martini!) is so supportive in this book and has matured in some ways. He does the best thing for the team when he has to and doesn't let his emotions get in the way. I like this new side of him and hope to see it in the upcoming books.

While I'm a huge fan of the series, I had some issues with Alien Diplomacy. There's a lot to digest as so many new characters are introduced. So many that I had a hard time keeping track of exactly who was who. I also had a small problem when the characters had to figure out The characters in this series always act as a team and with that there are lots of brainstorming sessions which end up with lots of questions being asked. This became a little tiring and due to them not knowing who was responsible for the evilness in this book, there were a couple of these sessions. Yet I knew that team had to have them to share information and get to the bottom of things. Other than that, I enjoyed the different setting in this book since everything is new to the characters. New town, new baby, new enemies. So many scenes, so much going on. I tell you, I don't know how Gini Koch manages to keep it all together in her head yet put it all in words! I like this new direction that the series has taken and can only imagine what the characters are going to have to deal with next. They are going to have enemies coming from all directions and if anyone can handle it, these characters can. (less)

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Feb 10, 2012 Larissa rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: arc, to-review, review-coming-soon

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YES! Gini does it again!

I have been such an avid fan of the Katherine “Kitty” Katt series from the get-go. Hilariously sweet, kick-ass, problem prone and sarcastic leading lady Kitty had me from her first right on the money comment and it has been a love affair ever since.

Of course, all the outrageously gorgeous Armani or non-Armani clad men in the series help a great deal, but it is definitely the combination an incredibly fast-paced storyline, int...more

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Jun 08, 2012 Jessie rated it 5 of 5 stars

This is seriously one of the funniest series I've ever read! Or maybe it just appeals to my dominant nerdy side, but it is hilarious none the less! The action is different in this book since Jeff and Kitty have "retired" from the superbeing extermination business and have become diplomats for the AC nation. Such a fun read! I can't wait for the next book in December!

Note: Contains some sexy bits and innuendos.

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Apr 25, 2012 Cat rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: abduction-aliens, kick-ass-heroine

Awesome book so glad this series is continuing and very happy that the 'torpedoes' had a less prominent role in this book. I've BFed two kids now and I had never talked about nursing as much as the author did in the previous book. Also really mean spoiler at the end for book 6. I live in New England we cherish our summers but now I'm looking forward to December for book #6 to come out. Grrrr!

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Gini Koch lives in Hell’s Orientation Area (aka Phoenix, AZ), works her butt off (sadly, not literally) by day, and writes by night with the rest of the beautiful people. She writes the fast, fresh and funny Alien/Katherine “Kitty” Katt series for DAW Books, the Necropolis Enforcement Files series, and the Martian Alliance Chronicles series for Musa Publishing. As G.J. Koch she writes the Alexande...more

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