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November 15, 2011
SF Romance -- New Release and Cyber Launch Party
NEW, from Desert Breeze Publishing:
Rhianni Day came home to Mallachrom for one last mission: figure out what happened when the Talroqi invaded the remote colony world. She had vowed once she would return and never leave again, but Petroc Ash, the boy she made that promise to in childhood, had grown into a compelling, mystifying man -- who happened to be the leader of the very group she was sent to investigate. Were they victims, or traitors waiting to destroy all Human life on Mallachrom?
Celebrate the release TODAY at the Cyber Launch Party blog.
Leave your email address when you comment, ask questions, talk about your favorite SF romance, and you'll get a "party favor." Everybody wins!
We'll also be discussing:
THAT SYNCING FEELING
Part of the Borealis novellas, from Desert Breeze Publishing
Nureen Keala was out in her small scout craft on the edge of the most boring part of space, having a snit because she couldn't be fighting beside her best friend on the other side of the galaxy. Then a distress call came through, and what started out as a rescue mission turned into a trip through a space anomaly-vortex, into another universe ... and an encounter with a man who claimed to be a hero who died fifty years ago.
Tedrin Creed fell through a space anomaly to the universe where the TPP ruled, and spent five years as a prisoner-slash-guest on the Borealis. Now the anomaly had opened again. Problem: His possible ticket home didn't believe he was who he said he was, and time was running out for both of them.
Come celebrate and chat today, Tuesday, November 15.
Rhianni Day came home to Mallachrom for one last mission: figure out what happened when the Talroqi invaded the remote colony world. She had vowed once she would return and never leave again, but Petroc Ash, the boy she made that promise to in childhood, had grown into a compelling, mystifying man -- who happened to be the leader of the very group she was sent to investigate. Were they victims, or traitors waiting to destroy all Human life on Mallachrom?
Celebrate the release TODAY at the Cyber Launch Party blog.
Leave your email address when you comment, ask questions, talk about your favorite SF romance, and you'll get a "party favor." Everybody wins!
We'll also be discussing:
THAT SYNCING FEELING
Part of the Borealis novellas, from Desert Breeze PublishingNureen Keala was out in her small scout craft on the edge of the most boring part of space, having a snit because she couldn't be fighting beside her best friend on the other side of the galaxy. Then a distress call came through, and what started out as a rescue mission turned into a trip through a space anomaly-vortex, into another universe ... and an encounter with a man who claimed to be a hero who died fifty years ago.
Tedrin Creed fell through a space anomaly to the universe where the TPP ruled, and spent five years as a prisoner-slash-guest on the Borealis. Now the anomaly had opened again. Problem: His possible ticket home didn't believe he was who he said he was, and time was running out for both of them.
Come celebrate and chat today, Tuesday, November 15.
November 11, 2011
Shapeshifters!
As we continue the celebration of the Commonwealth, we're talking about shapeshifters, today.
Actually, they're called the Hoveni -- that's the plural form.
A single one is a Hoven.
If it's an adjective, as in the language or an artifact, it's Hovenu.
But that's not all you need to know about the Hoveni.
They've been living in hiding for centuries. Ever since colonists from First Civ -- or, as they called themselves, the Central Allied Worlds -- landed on the planet Gemar. The Hoveni welcomed them, helped them settle, lived in peace.
Unfortunately, the Set'ri decided the Hoveni were less than Human, therefore they had to be exterminated. All that genetic prejudice the Set'ri have been carrying around for centuries ... it makes them think they know better than Fi'in what belongs in the Human genome and what has to be eradicated.
But like one of my heroes in a Downfall story remarked, if Fi'in didn't want that genetic material in there in the first place, he wouldn't have put it there. And it must be Fi'in's plan, and Fi'in must consider the Hoveni Humans, because they can interbreed with Humans.
Centuries later, after living in hiding, fighting genocide, the Hoveni are trying to find each other -- using an action/adventure entertainment series, Hoven Quest.
The book about how the series was made, and the problems the Hovenie got into as a result, Hoven Quest, was an EPIC Award finalist.
The book of the "episodes" of the series, The Meruk Episodes, was an EPIC Award WINNER!
Have you read Meruk's adventures?
Which one is your favorite?
There are 10 stories altogether, and I'm working on the next volume, 11-15.
What would you like to see happen next in Meruk's quest to find Hoveni and unite them to live in safety?
Leave a comment, and your email, and you'll get 5 points toward the week's prize, plus go in the drawing for today's prize
Actually, they're called the Hoveni -- that's the plural form.
A single one is a Hoven.
If it's an adjective, as in the language or an artifact, it's Hovenu.
But that's not all you need to know about the Hoveni.
They've been living in hiding for centuries. Ever since colonists from First Civ -- or, as they called themselves, the Central Allied Worlds -- landed on the planet Gemar. The Hoveni welcomed them, helped them settle, lived in peace.
Unfortunately, the Set'ri decided the Hoveni were less than Human, therefore they had to be exterminated. All that genetic prejudice the Set'ri have been carrying around for centuries ... it makes them think they know better than Fi'in what belongs in the Human genome and what has to be eradicated.
But like one of my heroes in a Downfall story remarked, if Fi'in didn't want that genetic material in there in the first place, he wouldn't have put it there. And it must be Fi'in's plan, and Fi'in must consider the Hoveni Humans, because they can interbreed with Humans.
Centuries later, after living in hiding, fighting genocide, the Hoveni are trying to find each other -- using an action/adventure entertainment series, Hoven Quest.
The book about how the series was made, and the problems the Hovenie got into as a result, Hoven Quest, was an EPIC Award finalist.
The book of the "episodes" of the series, The Meruk Episodes, was an EPIC Award WINNER!
Have you read Meruk's adventures?
Which one is your favorite?
There are 10 stories altogether, and I'm working on the next volume, 11-15.
What would you like to see happen next in Meruk's quest to find Hoveni and unite them to live in safety?
Leave a comment, and your email, and you'll get 5 points toward the week's prize, plus go in the drawing for today's prize
November 8, 2011
A Boy and a Starship
Today, we'll talk about Sunsinger.
Just a boy and his starship.
10 books take us from an orphan boy on a colony planet in the path of an alien invasion, to the start of a legendary corps of heroes.
Sunsinger
Spacer's Creed
Dead World
The Lady and the Order
Fever
University
Leap Ships
Aramar
Gemar
Scouts
If you've read any or all, what's your favorite book in the series?
Leave a comment, voting for your favorite of the Sunsinger books, and get 5 points toward the day's prize and the grand prize!
What do you think of a book someday detailing the adventures of Lin Fieran, the captain of Sunsinger, the woman who takes Bain on as crew and then as family. She has her own adventures long before she meets an orphan boy with no hope of living his dreams. Starting with the accident that kills her parents and damages Sunsinger so that it takes her years to get back to the traveled spacelanes, Lin is a fighter who never gives up.
And then there's Ganfer. Wouldn't you like to see more of Ganfer?
Who's Ganfer?
The ship's brain, of course, so old and full of data he's taken on a personality. But don't try telling Lin and Bain that Ganfer isn't a real person. They'll fight over that. And with good reason!
Just a boy and his starship.
10 books take us from an orphan boy on a colony planet in the path of an alien invasion, to the start of a legendary corps of heroes.
Sunsinger
Spacer's Creed
Dead World
The Lady and the Order
Fever
University
Leap Ships
Aramar
Gemar
Scouts
If you've read any or all, what's your favorite book in the series?
Leave a comment, voting for your favorite of the Sunsinger books, and get 5 points toward the day's prize and the grand prize!
What do you think of a book someday detailing the adventures of Lin Fieran, the captain of Sunsinger, the woman who takes Bain on as crew and then as family. She has her own adventures long before she meets an orphan boy with no hope of living his dreams. Starting with the accident that kills her parents and damages Sunsinger so that it takes her years to get back to the traveled spacelanes, Lin is a fighter who never gives up.
And then there's Ganfer. Wouldn't you like to see more of Ganfer?
Who's Ganfer?
The ship's brain, of course, so old and full of data he's taken on a personality. But don't try telling Lin and Bain that Ganfer isn't a real person. They'll fight over that. And with good reason!
November 7, 2011
Celebration -- REDUX
Okay, so whaddaya do when you have a party and no one shows up?
Do it AGAIN until we get it right.
Seriously, folks, the only way we can celebrate the Commonwealth is if you communicate -- get down there in the comments box and ask questions, make suggestions, talk about the things you liked, the things you didn't understand, and the things you want to see.
For instance -- The Order books that were just launched with UNDYING.
Anything you want to know about the Order? The Undying? Sister Marnya -- who, I might add, showed up earlier in 2 other books in the Commonwealth Series.
That's the first question I'll ask in this celebration of the Commonwealth. EVERYBODY who answers gets 5 points toward being today's prize winner, and these points go toward the total for the whole week.
See that's the thing -- I have ONE prize winner each day this week, and on Saturday, I'll choose a grand prize winner.
You earn points toward your prizes by making comments, asking questions, and answering my questions. One point for each comment you make or question you ask -- and when I ask questions, you get 5 points.
Easy enough?
But remember: To get your points, you have to give your email address, so I can contact the winner each day.
SO .... Today's 1st question:
What novel did Sister Marnya appear in (Hint: A series)
What novel was Sister Marnya MENTIONED in -- she didn't appear, but someone (a villain) mentioned her name. Specifically, he (another hint) mentioned that there was always a Sister Marnya in command of the ship, Kilvordi's Dream.
So ... speak up, people!!!!
Do it AGAIN until we get it right.
Seriously, folks, the only way we can celebrate the Commonwealth is if you communicate -- get down there in the comments box and ask questions, make suggestions, talk about the things you liked, the things you didn't understand, and the things you want to see.
For instance -- The Order books that were just launched with UNDYING.
Anything you want to know about the Order? The Undying? Sister Marnya -- who, I might add, showed up earlier in 2 other books in the Commonwealth Series.
That's the first question I'll ask in this celebration of the Commonwealth. EVERYBODY who answers gets 5 points toward being today's prize winner, and these points go toward the total for the whole week.
See that's the thing -- I have ONE prize winner each day this week, and on Saturday, I'll choose a grand prize winner.
You earn points toward your prizes by making comments, asking questions, and answering my questions. One point for each comment you make or question you ask -- and when I ask questions, you get 5 points.
Easy enough?
But remember: To get your points, you have to give your email address, so I can contact the winner each day.
SO .... Today's 1st question:
What novel did Sister Marnya appear in (Hint: A series)
What novel was Sister Marnya MENTIONED in -- she didn't appear, but someone (a villain) mentioned her name. Specifically, he (another hint) mentioned that there was always a Sister Marnya in command of the ship, Kilvordi's Dream.
So ... speak up, people!!!!
November 6, 2011
Syncing Feeling -- new review!
Many thanks to Candy at Single Titles for a great review of my Borealis novella, "That Syncing Feeling."
Star Rating: 4.5 Stars
Rover Pilot Nureen Keala's joy ride comes to an end when she receives an SOS from an alien running away from a Talroqi queen ship. Nureen rescues the telepathic shapeshifting creature named Tessur. The anomaly that captured Tessur suddenly grabs Nureen's ship and tosses her into an unknown dimension ruled by a dictatorship called the Trans Planetary Protectorate (TTP). The TTP is a corrupt government out to rule their entire universe. Nureen's appearance lets them know that there are new and unexplored areas of space left to conquer. To keep the TTP from her homeland, Nureen depends on Tessur and a dead hero from her own dimension. Can a simple pilot stop an invasion?
Five years earlier, Tedrin Creed fell into the same anomaly that captured Nureen. Creed hopes Nureen can help him get home. First he must convince her that he is really Tedrin Creed. According to Nureen, Tedrin Creed died fifty years ago during a space battle. Creed must convince Nureen that the anomaly captured him and that he did not die. Creed is a hero to Nureen. He was her grandfather's best friend. Will Creed convince Nureen of the truth before the TTP can invade their universe?
Michelle Levigne takes a young pilot and tosses her into a situation that will change her life forever. Nureen had a crush on Tedrin Creed and dreamed of fighting aliens at his side. The anomaly presents Nureen with her fondest wish, but she does not trust Creed. He is too young to be the hero of the Talroqi war. The Trans Planetary Protectorate rules most of the known universe and is a brutal dictatorship. Ms. Levigne presents a story with lots of action and a forbidden love that should not be possible. Will Nureen help Creed return home and prevent the TTP from learning how to navigate the anomaly?
The Borealis stories are published by Desert Breeze Publishing.
Check us out!
Star Rating: 4.5 Stars
Rover Pilot Nureen Keala's joy ride comes to an end when she receives an SOS from an alien running away from a Talroqi queen ship. Nureen rescues the telepathic shapeshifting creature named Tessur. The anomaly that captured Tessur suddenly grabs Nureen's ship and tosses her into an unknown dimension ruled by a dictatorship called the Trans Planetary Protectorate (TTP). The TTP is a corrupt government out to rule their entire universe. Nureen's appearance lets them know that there are new and unexplored areas of space left to conquer. To keep the TTP from her homeland, Nureen depends on Tessur and a dead hero from her own dimension. Can a simple pilot stop an invasion?
Five years earlier, Tedrin Creed fell into the same anomaly that captured Nureen. Creed hopes Nureen can help him get home. First he must convince her that he is really Tedrin Creed. According to Nureen, Tedrin Creed died fifty years ago during a space battle. Creed must convince Nureen that the anomaly captured him and that he did not die. Creed is a hero to Nureen. He was her grandfather's best friend. Will Creed convince Nureen of the truth before the TTP can invade their universe?
Michelle Levigne takes a young pilot and tosses her into a situation that will change her life forever. Nureen had a crush on Tedrin Creed and dreamed of fighting aliens at his side. The anomaly presents Nureen with her fondest wish, but she does not trust Creed. He is too young to be the hero of the Talroqi war. The Trans Planetary Protectorate rules most of the known universe and is a brutal dictatorship. Ms. Levigne presents a story with lots of action and a forbidden love that should not be possible. Will Nureen help Creed return home and prevent the TTP from learning how to navigate the anomaly?
The Borealis stories are published by Desert Breeze Publishing.
Check us out!
November 3, 2011
Get ready to Sync!
Now available:
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Part of the Borealis novella series published by Desert Breeze Publishing.
This novella ties into Blue Fire, which will be coming out from DBP later this month.
In Syncing, Nureen is a hot young pilot having a major snit because she wants to be participting in the battle on the colony world Mallachrom, supporting her childhood friend, Rhianni (detailed in Blue Fire). Instead, she's stuck patrolling dead space on the other side of the galaxy.
Luckily -- or maybe not -- for Nureen, things get exciting very quickly. What starts out as a rescue mission ends up with her falling through a dimensional vortex, into another universe or reality altogether. There she is taken on board the Borealis, a space station run by the Trans Planetary Protectorate. (NOT a nice bunch of people. Think the evil "Mirror, Mirror" universe in the Classic Trek episode.)
There she meets a man who claims to be Tedrin Creed -- but he can't possibly be. Tedrin Creed was her grandfather's best friend from Academy days. Nureen studied his strategies in the Academy. She had an embarrassing adolescent crush on him. And he died 50 years ago in a massive space battle ... right about in the spot where Nureen fell through the vortex.
Unfortunately, Creed -- or whoever he really is -- is her best bet for getting off the Borealis and escaping the TPP before that vortex closes.
So, what happens? Do they escape? Is he really Tedrin Creed? And how do they get back home?
Read it and see!
While you're at it, check out all the Borealis stories. SF romance -- can't beat it. Especially Vijaya's new Borealis story, Black Dragon!!
[image error] THAT SYNCING FEELING
Part of the Borealis novella series published by Desert Breeze Publishing.
This novella ties into Blue Fire, which will be coming out from DBP later this month.
In Syncing, Nureen is a hot young pilot having a major snit because she wants to be participting in the battle on the colony world Mallachrom, supporting her childhood friend, Rhianni (detailed in Blue Fire). Instead, she's stuck patrolling dead space on the other side of the galaxy.
Luckily -- or maybe not -- for Nureen, things get exciting very quickly. What starts out as a rescue mission ends up with her falling through a dimensional vortex, into another universe or reality altogether. There she is taken on board the Borealis, a space station run by the Trans Planetary Protectorate. (NOT a nice bunch of people. Think the evil "Mirror, Mirror" universe in the Classic Trek episode.)
There she meets a man who claims to be Tedrin Creed -- but he can't possibly be. Tedrin Creed was her grandfather's best friend from Academy days. Nureen studied his strategies in the Academy. She had an embarrassing adolescent crush on him. And he died 50 years ago in a massive space battle ... right about in the spot where Nureen fell through the vortex.
Unfortunately, Creed -- or whoever he really is -- is her best bet for getting off the Borealis and escaping the TPP before that vortex closes.
So, what happens? Do they escape? Is he really Tedrin Creed? And how do they get back home?
Read it and see!
While you're at it, check out all the Borealis stories. SF romance -- can't beat it. Especially Vijaya's new Borealis story, Black Dragon!!
October 31, 2011
Commonwealth Universe celebration week!
Good morning, and welcome to the week-long celebration of the Commonwealth Universe, and the release of the newest Commonwealth Universe story:
Undying
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Undying launches a new series within the universe: The Order.
From Writers Exchange
For those who have visited through other books and series, the Order of Kilvordi is the group within the Church that helped guide civilization back from an age of barbarism to the stars.
Our heroine, Marnya, is a young novice with healing talents and a mind that is a little too quick, a spirit a little too independent, for her domineering uncle. To get rid of her, he tosses her to the Church, which is wise enough to appreciate the treasure that Marnya is. On her way to a healing enclave for further training, her traveling party is attacked by bandits intent on rape and slavery. Marnya is fatally injured, defending her friends, and she should have died.
Should have died.
The quest to understand why she didn't die leads her to joining the Order and becoming part of a story and adventure that will span centuries and a dozen star systems.
CELEBRATE
All week, I'll be posting bits and pieces about the Commonwealth Universe. YOU can participate.
Just make comments, ask questions, make suggestions, give me some feedback on stories you've read or you WANT to read.
That simple.
I'll pick a winner every day, from those who leave comments and questions, but you have to leave your email address so I can contact you!
At the end of the week -- Saturday night, November 5, I'll pick a winner for the whole week.
What exactly can you win? Well .... how about a T-shirt with your favorite Commonwealth Universe cover art? And other nifty prizes, like travel mugs, maybe candy, other neat stuff I find during the week.
Ready?
Set?
GO!
Undying
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Undying launches a new series within the universe: The Order.
From Writers Exchange
For those who have visited through other books and series, the Order of Kilvordi is the group within the Church that helped guide civilization back from an age of barbarism to the stars.
Our heroine, Marnya, is a young novice with healing talents and a mind that is a little too quick, a spirit a little too independent, for her domineering uncle. To get rid of her, he tosses her to the Church, which is wise enough to appreciate the treasure that Marnya is. On her way to a healing enclave for further training, her traveling party is attacked by bandits intent on rape and slavery. Marnya is fatally injured, defending her friends, and she should have died.
Should have died.
The quest to understand why she didn't die leads her to joining the Order and becoming part of a story and adventure that will span centuries and a dozen star systems.
CELEBRATE
All week, I'll be posting bits and pieces about the Commonwealth Universe. YOU can participate.
Just make comments, ask questions, make suggestions, give me some feedback on stories you've read or you WANT to read.
That simple.
I'll pick a winner every day, from those who leave comments and questions, but you have to leave your email address so I can contact you!
At the end of the week -- Saturday night, November 5, I'll pick a winner for the whole week.
What exactly can you win? Well .... how about a T-shirt with your favorite Commonwealth Universe cover art? And other nifty prizes, like travel mugs, maybe candy, other neat stuff I find during the week.
Ready?
Set?
GO!
October 28, 2011
SF Review-a-Palooza: Borealis "That Syncing Feeling," "The Pirate and the Professor," and "Sunsinger."
LOTS of SF book reviews.
Major thanks to Long and Short of it and Night Owl review sites for their very kind words about my SF books.
First off:
Borealis: THAT SYNCING FEELING
New from Desert Breeze Publishing
PLEASE VOTE!!!
The newest Borealis novella, "That Syncing Feeling" is up for a vote this weekend (Oct. 29-30)for Book of the Week. Read the full Review OR Vote.
Here are some snippets from the review:
Rating: 4.5 Books
Reviewed by Foxglove
That Syncing Feeling is a sweet and delightful love story, filled with adventure and humor, and unusual creatures.
Michelle Levigne has added to the Borealis family with a romantic story of finding love where you least expect it, and with the most unlikely couple. I found this to be a fun filled and action packed adventure, with tongue in cheek humor, sweet first love and lots of danger along the way.
Nureen Keala is smart, courageous and a bit of a dreamer. She is following in her grandfather's footsteps, and trying not to disappoint those in command of the Fleet. ... I loved Nureen, with her daring attitude and her sassy remarks. I liked that she didn't instantly believe Creed was the real deal, but made him prove his identity. ... I like Creed's determination and his tenacity, and the way he finally was able to come to terms with his feelings for his best friend's granddaughter.
The secondary characters in this are few but interesting. Tessur is a morphing shape changer, able to become anything that is even remotely organic, and this talent saves the day more than once in this adventure. My favorite comic relief was the addition of three TPP scientists assigned to keep watch over Tedrin Creed, Drs. Moek, Kerli and Lairy. They were clueless as to Creed's intentions, and his ability to trick them was priceless.
There is a bit of adventure and danger as the trio of Nureen, Tedrin and Tessur make their escape from Borealis, and I was on the edge of my seat through most of the story. Do they make it back to their dimension and find a life together? You'll just have to read That Syncing Feeling to find out.
NEXT:
THE PIRATE AND THE PROFESSOR
A Commonwealth Universe novella
Reviewed by Long and Short of it
FOUR books
Reviewed by Aloe
Ms. Levigne does an excellent job of creating a fantasy world that has harsh and unrelenting weather and is full of dangerous animals and plants. She adds enough description to make it seem real. That makes the story much more realistic, even if it is a fantasy.
Kiryn blockades her planet to keep it safe. No one passes the blockade without her approval, which is very hard to get. When a ship arrives with another ambassador on it, she has her doubts about his authenticity and his purpose. However, he has a sharp mind and can bring her a new prospective; she wants someone to talk over strategies with.
The author makes her female character tough and her personality strong. I like that a lot. Darrak is brainy and good looking, but has no real physical strength. He gets his nickname "The Professor" from all the books he reads (I can relate to that!).
It's fun to watch the two characters dance around each other. She's not sure she should trust him. He's attracted to her and hopes for more than a working relationship. And while they are still deciding how to act, their shuttle gets shot down and they end up in a river. She can't swim; he can. And it's his book knowledge that keeps them warm and fed while they try to get back to the station.
The story has a nice flow, the author adds plenty of action and danger to it, and the two main characters complement each other well. I really enjoyed reading this one. Why don't you go take a romp in space and have fun meeting Kiryn and Darrak? If you enjoy fantasy novellas, this is a good one.
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SUNSINGER
Sunsinger Chronicles #1
Reviewed by Night Owl Reviews/Laurie-J
Score: 4.50 / 5 - Reviewer Top Pick
Told from the viewpoint of a young teen, this story easily captured my imagination. Mankind has spread to the stars. With the discovery of Knaught Points, ships are able to enter ports in space and emerge into whole new galaxies. These areas in space are beautiful, mysterious, and deadly. Now, though, humans everywhere are under attack by an aggressive and formidable alien species. Bain Kern is an orphan on a colony world that has been targeted by the aliens. He is among a group of orphans being evacuated from the colony. The captain of the ship, Sunsinger, takes a liking and interest in Bain, offering him an opportunity he had dreamed of for years, if he can prove his mettle and show her he can learn quickly.
I loved the description of the Sunsinger, an old trader vessel. I felt as if I were aboard the ship experiencing the many wonders of an infinite space for the first time, too. The aliens remain a decidedly malignant and frightening force throughout this book. Mankind is being systematically exterminated. We are given the idea that in other places the fight for the very survival of our species is taking place; we are desperately fighting against a stronger, merciless invading force. But this book does not take us to those struggles, rather it focuses on the evacuation and the attempt to get the orphans safely away to a place called Refuge. It is a well-told coming of age adventure that should not be missed.
Major thanks to Long and Short of it and Night Owl review sites for their very kind words about my SF books.
First off:
Borealis: THAT SYNCING FEELING
New from Desert Breeze Publishing
PLEASE VOTE!!!
The newest Borealis novella, "That Syncing Feeling" is up for a vote this weekend (Oct. 29-30)for Book of the Week. Read the full Review OR Vote.
Here are some snippets from the review:
Rating: 4.5 Books
Reviewed by Foxglove
That Syncing Feeling is a sweet and delightful love story, filled with adventure and humor, and unusual creatures.
Michelle Levigne has added to the Borealis family with a romantic story of finding love where you least expect it, and with the most unlikely couple. I found this to be a fun filled and action packed adventure, with tongue in cheek humor, sweet first love and lots of danger along the way.
Nureen Keala is smart, courageous and a bit of a dreamer. She is following in her grandfather's footsteps, and trying not to disappoint those in command of the Fleet. ... I loved Nureen, with her daring attitude and her sassy remarks. I liked that she didn't instantly believe Creed was the real deal, but made him prove his identity. ... I like Creed's determination and his tenacity, and the way he finally was able to come to terms with his feelings for his best friend's granddaughter.
The secondary characters in this are few but interesting. Tessur is a morphing shape changer, able to become anything that is even remotely organic, and this talent saves the day more than once in this adventure. My favorite comic relief was the addition of three TPP scientists assigned to keep watch over Tedrin Creed, Drs. Moek, Kerli and Lairy. They were clueless as to Creed's intentions, and his ability to trick them was priceless.
There is a bit of adventure and danger as the trio of Nureen, Tedrin and Tessur make their escape from Borealis, and I was on the edge of my seat through most of the story. Do they make it back to their dimension and find a life together? You'll just have to read That Syncing Feeling to find out.
NEXT:
THE PIRATE AND THE PROFESSOR
A Commonwealth Universe novella
Reviewed by Long and Short of it
FOUR books
Reviewed by Aloe
Ms. Levigne does an excellent job of creating a fantasy world that has harsh and unrelenting weather and is full of dangerous animals and plants. She adds enough description to make it seem real. That makes the story much more realistic, even if it is a fantasy.
Kiryn blockades her planet to keep it safe. No one passes the blockade without her approval, which is very hard to get. When a ship arrives with another ambassador on it, she has her doubts about his authenticity and his purpose. However, he has a sharp mind and can bring her a new prospective; she wants someone to talk over strategies with.
The author makes her female character tough and her personality strong. I like that a lot. Darrak is brainy and good looking, but has no real physical strength. He gets his nickname "The Professor" from all the books he reads (I can relate to that!).
It's fun to watch the two characters dance around each other. She's not sure she should trust him. He's attracted to her and hopes for more than a working relationship. And while they are still deciding how to act, their shuttle gets shot down and they end up in a river. She can't swim; he can. And it's his book knowledge that keeps them warm and fed while they try to get back to the station.
The story has a nice flow, the author adds plenty of action and danger to it, and the two main characters complement each other well. I really enjoyed reading this one. Why don't you go take a romp in space and have fun meeting Kiryn and Darrak? If you enjoy fantasy novellas, this is a good one.
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SUNSINGER
Sunsinger Chronicles #1
Reviewed by Night Owl Reviews/Laurie-J
Score: 4.50 / 5 - Reviewer Top Pick
Told from the viewpoint of a young teen, this story easily captured my imagination. Mankind has spread to the stars. With the discovery of Knaught Points, ships are able to enter ports in space and emerge into whole new galaxies. These areas in space are beautiful, mysterious, and deadly. Now, though, humans everywhere are under attack by an aggressive and formidable alien species. Bain Kern is an orphan on a colony world that has been targeted by the aliens. He is among a group of orphans being evacuated from the colony. The captain of the ship, Sunsinger, takes a liking and interest in Bain, offering him an opportunity he had dreamed of for years, if he can prove his mettle and show her he can learn quickly.
I loved the description of the Sunsinger, an old trader vessel. I felt as if I were aboard the ship experiencing the many wonders of an infinite space for the first time, too. The aliens remain a decidedly malignant and frightening force throughout this book. Mankind is being systematically exterminated. We are given the idea that in other places the fight for the very survival of our species is taking place; we are desperately fighting against a stronger, merciless invading force. But this book does not take us to those struggles, rather it focuses on the evacuation and the attempt to get the orphans safely away to a place called Refuge. It is a well-told coming of age adventure that should not be missed.
October 17, 2011
Better late than never .... BIRTHDAY PARTY
Celebrate with us!
It's Uncial Press's 5th Birthday Party!
They publish my Arthurian fantasy series: The Zygradon Chronicles, and my All's Fae in Love and Chocolate series, as well as books set in Neighborlee, Ohio.
Check out Uncial Press's site and learn how you can win amazing prizes during our month-long celebration!
Like what?
Oh, things like e-book readers loaded with books, free e-books, and other assorted goodies!
Congratulations, Uncial Press, and our incredible publisher: Jude Glad.
It's Uncial Press's 5th Birthday Party!
They publish my Arthurian fantasy series: The Zygradon Chronicles, and my All's Fae in Love and Chocolate series, as well as books set in Neighborlee, Ohio.
Check out Uncial Press's site and learn how you can win amazing prizes during our month-long celebration!
Like what?
Oh, things like e-book readers loaded with books, free e-books, and other assorted goodies!
Congratulations, Uncial Press, and our incredible publisher: Jude Glad.
October 13, 2011
The Faxinor Chronicles - 1-3 at OneTrueMedia.com
Video trailer for the first 3 books of the Faxinor Chronicles -- Heir of Faxinor, Lorien, and Traitors.
Award-winning fantasy romance, from Mundania Press and Hard Shell Word Factory.
www.Mundania.com
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Come visit the Cyber Launch Party blog TODAY, October 13, to celebrate the release of Traitors.
www.cyberlaunchparty.blogspot.com
Make a video - it's fun, easy and free!
www.onetruemedia.com
Award-winning fantasy romance, from Mundania Press and Hard Shell Word Factory.
www.Mundania.com
www.HardShell.com
Come visit the Cyber Launch Party blog TODAY, October 13, to celebrate the release of Traitors.
www.cyberlaunchparty.blogspot.com
Make a video - it's fun, easy and free!
www.onetruemedia.com
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