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Feb 10, 2012
Third book in the series and I still love it. It still takes me 2 days to read each book, which is unusual for me, but there is just so much happening and I feel the need to savour it all.
Kitty and Jeff have announced their engagement but are lagging behind on the wedding prep. Trying too hard to make everything perfect. Different religions, 2 on Kitty's side & 1 big one on Jeff's side; different cultural traditions; planetary & Alpha Four monarchist interruptions, notwithstanding.
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Kitty and Jeff have announced their engagement but are lagging behind on the wedding prep. Trying too hard to make everything perfect. Different religions, 2 on Kitty's side & 1 big one on Jeff's side; different cultural traditions; planetary & Alpha Four monarchist interruptions, notwithstanding.
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Sep 12, 2011
And this book, unfortunately, is where I draw a line under this series.
Don't get me wrong - it's still fun, but in the end, there were too many things that niggled me about the book to get into it and continue with the series.
It felt as though there were too many plotlines, combined with some slightly-off pacing and plotting - the big action finale takes place around three-quarters into the book, with the last quarter focusing on Kitty/Jeff's wedding... which had zero con More...
Don't get me wrong - it's still fun, but in the end, there were too many things that niggled me about the book to get into it and continue with the series.
It felt as though there were too many plotlines, combined with some slightly-off pacing and plotting - the big action finale takes place around three-quarters into the book, with the last quarter focusing on Kitty/Jeff's wedding... which had zero con More...
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Sep 02, 2011
Gini had me hooked when I was first introduced to Kitty Katt and Jeff Martini in Touched by an Alien, and the Alpha-Centaurion defenders of the Earth (along with a few notable Earthlings) still provide tons of entertainment and excitement.
This time around, the gang is facing the biggest threat they’ve ever encountered – Jeff’s family from Alpha Centauri. It turns out Jeff is next in line for the throne on his home world… and some people aren’t too thrilled about that.
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This time around, the gang is facing the biggest threat they’ve ever encountered – Jeff’s family from Alpha Centauri. It turns out Jeff is next in line for the throne on his home world… and some people aren’t too thrilled about that.
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Aug 21, 2011
Kitty is a top-notch exterminator of evil superbeings, and she's about to marry Jeff Martini, her superhuman fiance from Alpha Centauri, but there are complications. They discover some strange lights visiting abandoned places in Arizona, and the pattern of the lights matches the shape of Kitty's Unity Necklace--her special engagement symbol from Jeff. Turns out, the lights are a long-distance form of communication from Alpha Centauri, the place from which Jeff and most of his family were exiled.
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Apr 21, 2011
Alien in the Family is full of surprises. Kitty and Jeff are planning their wedding when a brand new complication comes up. It seems that Jeff is descended from the Alpha Centaurion Royal Family and emissaries from the family are coming to Earth to test Kitty’s fitness to be a royal bride. Of course that is not all that shows up. Expect several new species of aliens, some friendly and some not. Kitty also gets a new alien pet, one that is fuzzy and cute and a new female best friend. Of cou
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Mar 16, 2011
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Dec 28, 2011
By this point in the series, you should have a pretty good idea of what will happen.
Kitty loves rock music. Kitty is oblivious to certain elements of her personal life. She and Jeff have sex at every opportunity (and in this book, I started to find the sex scenes a little too graphic and frequent for my tastes).
Jeff is jealous of everyone, especially the old friend that Kitty was oblivious to the fact he was in love with her, and even the gay friend.
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Kitty loves rock music. Kitty is oblivious to certain elements of her personal life. She and Jeff have sex at every opportunity (and in this book, I started to find the sex scenes a little too graphic and frequent for my tastes).
Jeff is jealous of everyone, especially the old friend that Kitty was oblivious to the fact he was in love with her, and even the gay friend.
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Apr 16, 2011
Kitty is one really busy girl. Not only does she have to plan her wedding, she has to worry about some sort of testing to see if she's fit to be Jeff's bride, there's a race of alien Amazons who want to conquer this world, and yeah Jeff could be the next king of A-Cs.
This is my favourite in the series. More of the time was dedicated to Jeff and Kitty's relationship, and Kitty's various friendships.
We get to see more of the way that the A-Cs planet works, it's politics, histo More...
This is my favourite in the series. More of the time was dedicated to Jeff and Kitty's relationship, and Kitty's various friendships.
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May 03, 2011
I started this series because I was incredibly bored waiting for another series to come out and picked the first book up randomly at B&N. I have not been bored since, because any time I need a good laugh and some kick ass action, I have Ms. Koch's books to keep me company. I actually have two copies of everything, one in paperback and the other on my kindle and I do not regret spending the money (unlike previous buys).
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Oct 17, 2011
Alien in the Family continues the story six months on from the ending of Alien Tango, Kitty and Martini's relationship is stronger than ever and they are in the middle of planning their wedding. Their only worry should be how to keep the fact that Martini's family are all aliens a secret from Kitty's family but their lives are never that simple. It turns out that Martini is in fact a member of the Alpha Centaurion Royal Family and they're about to have visitors who want to make sure Kitty is a
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Mar 11, 2011
First the necessary disclaimer: This review is based on my having read an Advanced Reader Copy of "Alien in the Family." Said ARC was won in a contest on the author's website. Thanks, Gini! (By the way, if you're a fan of Gini Koch's books and you're not part of her "Hook Me Up" e-mail list...you should be. You can sign up at her website, www.ginikoch,com .)
"Alien in the Family" is the third book in Ms. Koch's series about the exploits of Katherine " More...
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Sep 19, 2011
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Oct 02, 2011
I finished this a little while ago but haven't had time to review it until now. Just busy life stuff. But here I am! And the Alien series continues to rocket forward full jet-propulsion ahead.
This book focused on the ramifications of Martini and Kitty's coming wedding, both for the ACs living on Earth and for their home system. Because, for some reason, the home system appears to be taking a much more active interest in it than they should be. In fact, it seems that some of them a More...
This book focused on the ramifications of Martini and Kitty's coming wedding, both for the ACs living on Earth and for their home system. Because, for some reason, the home system appears to be taking a much more active interest in it than they should be. In fact, it seems that some of them a More...
May 08, 2011
I so love this series! Alien in the Family is the third book and was just as good as the others. The humor was hilarious and the romance between Jeff Martini and Kitty was just as passionate. This time Jeff has to deal with Kitty's nerdy charming handsome best friend Chuckie. I really liked Chuckie but my heart will always go to Martini. Martini and Kitty are meant to be together and I love their moments they had in this book.
My favorite parts were the Poofs! How cute were they and I wante More...
My favorite parts were the Poofs! How cute were they and I wante More...
Apr 30, 2011
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The good news is I can talk about lots of things in the book that won't be spoilers -- unless you haven't read Book 1, Touched by and Alien and Book 2, Alien Tango. So if you haven't read them.... umm sorry. The summary already tells you .... the good guy gets the girl and they're getting married :). So... on with the review.
When we're reunited with Kitty and Martini, they're trying to plan their wedding. Well ... More...
The good news is I can talk about lots of things in the book that won't be spoilers -- unless you haven't read Book 1, Touched by and Alien and Book 2, Alien Tango. So if you haven't read them.... umm sorry. The summary already tells you .... the good guy gets the girl and they're getting married :). So... on with the review.
When we're reunited with Kitty and Martini, they're trying to plan their wedding. Well ... More...
Dec 23, 2011
Six months after accepting sexy alien Jeff Martini's marriage proposal, Kitty and the other Alpha-Centauris (A-C's) learn that a beacon has been triggered, alerting the A-C home world of the impending marriage. Why should it matter? Unknown to Jeff and his cousin, Christopher, they are the last direct male heirs to the ruling monarch on Alpha Centauri. That's right, Kitty's marrying royalty, and it looks like the home world is sending a delegation to discover whether Kitty is worthy.
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Jan 14, 2012
I think I've had too many friends get raped to find rape jokes funny. Or maybe I just take things too seriously. Whatever, they bothered me.
Kitty's descent into Mary Sue territory and how she jerked around Jeff by continually prodding his jealousy button also bothered me (she comments at one point that she likes that he has potential stalker tendencies, but even though they're engaged, her wishy-washy commitment to him seemed kind of cruel? needy? in an unpleasant way). Add in an incr More...
Kitty's descent into Mary Sue territory and how she jerked around Jeff by continually prodding his jealousy button also bothered me (she comments at one point that she likes that he has potential stalker tendencies, but even though they're engaged, her wishy-washy commitment to him seemed kind of cruel? needy? in an unpleasant way). Add in an incr More...
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Dec 04, 2011
alrighty so this isnt really a review its more just like me blurting out whatever im thinking bout the book at this moment.
i enjoyed this book a lot more than the last. have to say i kinda wanted kitty to be with chuckie - just cause's he's adorable - but in the end she stuck with jeff and he's working on his jealousy issues so ok with her choosing him.
LOVED the new creatures/space aliens that came in this book - very amusing.
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i enjoyed this book a lot more than the last. have to say i kinda wanted kitty to be with chuckie - just cause's he's adorable - but in the end she stuck with jeff and he's working on his jealousy issues so ok with her choosing him.
LOVED the new creatures/space aliens that came in this book - very amusing.
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Sep 11, 2011
Super-Being Exterminator Kitty Katt and the Alpha Centaurian she loves, Jeff Martini, should be finalizing their wedding plans. But that was before she discovers Jeff is in line to become Emperor back on his home world. Kitty knows she is everything a royal family wouldn't approve of, and is bracing herself for the worst. As it turns out, the royal family is just the beginning. Especially when extraterrestrial Amazonian terrorists are determined to start and end Kitty and Jeff's nuptial festivit
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Jun 03, 2011
Before I commence with this review, let me say that I am a fan of this series and will probably buy the next book. As you know, I try not to buy anything and for me to say that I’m buying something really is important. Now that I have stated this, it’s time for Lynette to be a complete and total hypocrite by listing why ALIEN IN THE FAMILY drove me crazy. I apologize in advance and I know I’m going to piss off a lot of you, because my filter is off. I’m going to try to go through this review and
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Jun 01, 2011
Another romp with Kitty Katt and Jeff Martini, super alien from Alpha Centurion. Aliens really are among us and they are gorgeous. Jeff and Kitty are trying to get married and facing invading aliens and too much pressure from both sides of the family. The A-C galaxy is sending envoys to "test" Kitty's fitness to be Jeff's wife and wouldn't you know it, he is the royal prince. Except he's in exile and doesn't want the honor and half the A-C galaxy is determined to keep them apart. Kitty
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Apr 27, 2011
I suppose it's no surprise that I'm still compulsively re-reading these books....I'm having so much fun with Kitty, Jeff and James (as well as the rest of the crew) that as soon as I finish this book, I go back to "Touched by an Alien" and start all over again.
This time, Kitty and Jeff go to Vegas...and have an intergalactic showdown with Alpha Centauri 4 and most of the other inhabited planets in the Alpha Centauri system...all while trying to make their wedding plans. So More...
This time, Kitty and Jeff go to Vegas...and have an intergalactic showdown with Alpha Centauri 4 and most of the other inhabited planets in the Alpha Centauri system...all while trying to make their wedding plans. So More...
Dec 25, 2011
Amazing as usual. I had high expectations and wasn't let down at all!
Gini Koch is like, my favourite author ever. Seriously, I enjoyed this series immensely. Every single book from it (so far). And I'm very much certain I'd love the next 2 books for sure.
"Alien in the Family" carries on where "Alien Tango" left off -- where Jeff and Kitty are getting married amidst an interplanetary war, one with not-so-friendly extraterrestrial Amazonian terrorists. A More...
Gini Koch is like, my favourite author ever. Seriously, I enjoyed this series immensely. Every single book from it (so far). And I'm very much certain I'd love the next 2 books for sure.
"Alien in the Family" carries on where "Alien Tango" left off -- where Jeff and Kitty are getting married amidst an interplanetary war, one with not-so-friendly extraterrestrial Amazonian terrorists. A More...
Jan 24, 2012
As always, Kitty's world is full of organized chaos, out-of-this-world battles, and some rockin' great tunes. In addition to all that, in this book we are off to Vegas! It was funny to see that all the women loved the idea of gambling while the men not so much.
To top it all off, Kitty and Jeff are finally gonna tie the knot. But, they can't do it without a little help from their friends. Most of all, Reader, James or Jaime, is there to save the day. <spoiler>His scare alm More...
To top it all off, Kitty and Jeff are finally gonna tie the knot. But, they can't do it without a little help from their friends. Most of all, Reader, James or Jaime, is there to save the day. <spoiler>His scare alm More...
Jul 20, 2011
My Summary:
In Alien in the Family we find Kitty & Jeff planning their wedding. But true to form not all goes smooth for these two. Jeff is not happy to be working with Chuckie (who is still pining for Kitty). Jeff’s family from his home planet are coming for the wedding. Kitty will be tested to see if she is worthy enough to marry Jeff. Kitty knows she will fail, but hopes that Jeff will still love her afterwards. Jeff is offered a new job. Someone almost dies and a very large battle More...
In Alien in the Family we find Kitty & Jeff planning their wedding. But true to form not all goes smooth for these two. Jeff is not happy to be working with Chuckie (who is still pining for Kitty). Jeff’s family from his home planet are coming for the wedding. Kitty will be tested to see if she is worthy enough to marry Jeff. Kitty knows she will fail, but hopes that Jeff will still love her afterwards. Jeff is offered a new job. Someone almost dies and a very large battle More...
Jul 01, 2011
Just finished this book and wow, it was emotional. I still have a lump in my throat. It gets a triple alien thumbs up from me.
Boy meets girl, they fall in love and the next step is marriage but it isn't as simple as that when relatives both alien and human aren't happy, Psycho aliens are threatening to take over the earth and you find out you're fiance is a member of the royalty.
I really enjoyed this book with the usual fun, action and killer soundtrack to boot. I did find t More...
Boy meets girl, they fall in love and the next step is marriage but it isn't as simple as that when relatives both alien and human aren't happy, Psycho aliens are threatening to take over the earth and you find out you're fiance is a member of the royalty.
I really enjoyed this book with the usual fun, action and killer soundtrack to boot. I did find t More...
Dec 08, 2011
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Martini and Kitty were great in this book, and you really see their growth – especially Jeff’s. He is trying to conquer his jealousy, though it will likely never fully disappear. Most women hate jealousy in a man, but for some reason, it’s cute on Jeff. His I am Tarzan, Hear me Roar moments are giggle-worthy, and I especially love how Kitty puts him in his place, in her own special way. This couple just More...
Martini and Kitty were great in this book, and you really see their growth – especially Jeff’s. He is trying to conquer his jealousy, though it will likely never fully disappear. Most women hate jealousy in a man, but for some reason, it’s cute on Jeff. His I am Tarzan, Hear me Roar moments are giggle-worthy, and I especially love how Kitty puts him in his place, in her own special way. This couple just More...
Jun 18, 2011
Rating: 3.0
Genre: Science Fiction/Romance
Alien in the Family is the third release in the Katherine "Kitty" Katt science fiction romance series. If you thought things were wacky the last time out, prepare for a rollercoaster ride that ends with some surprises including one I did not see coming and now wonder in what direction the series will go from here.
Kitty is a former marketing guru who is now Commander for the Centaurion Divisions Airborne Division. Sh More...
Genre: Science Fiction/Romance
Alien in the Family is the third release in the Katherine "Kitty" Katt science fiction romance series. If you thought things were wacky the last time out, prepare for a rollercoaster ride that ends with some surprises including one I did not see coming and now wonder in what direction the series will go from here.
Kitty is a former marketing guru who is now Commander for the Centaurion Divisions Airborne Division. Sh More...
Sep 06, 2011
4 ½ Stars
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Alien in the Family is the third book in the Katherine “Kitty” Katt Series. It starts six months after the events in Alien Tango.
Kitty and Martini are doing the preparations for their wedding, or at least pretending to. But there is so much to do and so many people to please that it’s not an easy task. While this is happening Chuckie contacts them and shows them a strange atmospheric phenomenon th More...
This review is also published at http://thebookaholiccat.com
Alien in the Family is the third book in the Katherine “Kitty” Katt Series. It starts six months after the events in Alien Tango.
Kitty and Martini are doing the preparations for their wedding, or at least pretending to. But there is so much to do and so many people to please that it’s not an easy task. While this is happening Chuckie contacts them and shows them a strange atmospheric phenomenon th More...
Aug 22, 2011
This is a solid four.
In this installment, Kitty and Jeff are getting ready to tie the knot. Except Kitty is too worried about her own 'readiness' + the continual threat of the world being taken over to spend too much time wondering which centerpiece works.
It's still an action packed story with people surviving impossible odds and doing implausible things whilst trying to survive and there's always a Hail Mary thrown in, but still it's a good sci-fi romp that is both funny More...
In this installment, Kitty and Jeff are getting ready to tie the knot. Except Kitty is too worried about her own 'readiness' + the continual threat of the world being taken over to spend too much time wondering which centerpiece works.
It's still an action packed story with people surviving impossible odds and doing implausible things whilst trying to survive and there's always a Hail Mary thrown in, but still it's a good sci-fi romp that is both funny More...
