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Fall Prey: The Attack
A raging cybernetic beast capable of crushing armies has broken free from its prison and rampages across the land. Legion 96, a government sanctioned, anti-vampire paramilitary force, is responsible for the monster’s escape and now must rush to capture it before it causes any lasting damage. Cyrus Blackthorn may be the only one who can confront the creature. Spared death by the efforts of CyberGen, a bioengineering corporation, Cyrus has undergone a series of anatomical changes and is now nearly unkillable. He must lead the Legion to their quarry, all the while watching for the agents of Atropos, a criminal organization made up of living vampires. Additionally, Cyrus has a personal stake in the hunt. The beast was once his brother, Talon.
Meanwhile, Cyrus’s youngest brother, Asher Blackthorn, now a fully trained soldier, is having a difficult time accepting his transformation. However, he has little time to dwell on his doubts, as his work with the Legion has intensified. Equipped with new intel, the Legion is operating at an accelerated pace as the soldiers eliminate several of Atropos’s highest-ranking members. The missions are almost too easy, making it seem as though the vampiric organization is purging itself of all weak links. The vampires may be finally closing in on their ultimate the total overthrow of humanity.
Meanwhile, Cyrus’s youngest brother, Asher Blackthorn, now a fully trained soldier, is having a difficult time accepting his transformation. However, he has little time to dwell on his doubts, as his work with the Legion has intensified. Equipped with new intel, the Legion is operating at an accelerated pace as the soldiers eliminate several of Atropos’s highest-ranking members. The missions are almost too easy, making it seem as though the vampiric organization is purging itself of all weak links. The vampires may be finally closing in on their ultimate the total overthrow of humanity.
404 pages, Paperback
Published May 24, 2022
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January 27, 2026
I went into this book expecting high octane action, but what I got was a surprisingly layered and emotionally charged story that stuck with me long after I finished the last page.
From the opening chapters, the concept of a cybernetic beast rampaging across the land instantly hooked me but the real power of the story lies in its characters. Cyrus Blackthorn is a compelling lead: nearly unkillable, visibly altered by CyberGen’s experiments, and carrying the unbearable weight of knowing the monster he’s hunting was once his own brother, Talon. That emotional conflict gives every confrontation real stakes, turning what could have been a straightforward sci-fi action plot into something deeply personal and haunting.
Legion 96 is equally fascinating. As a government sanctioned anti vampire paramilitary force, they operate in a morally gray space that the author isn’t afraid to explore. Their frantic race to recapture the beast they accidentally unleashed adds tension, while the looming presence of Atropos a criminal organization of living vampires keeps the threat level sky high. The idea that the vampires may be intentionally purging their weakest members is chilling, and the “too easy” missions create a constant sense of unease that something far worse is coming.
Asher Blackthorn’s storyline adds another strong layer. Watching him struggle with his transformation while trying to prove himself as a fully trained soldier made him feel incredibly human. His inner conflict contrasts beautifully with the relentless pace of the Legion’s operations and highlights the cost of survival in this brutal world.
The blend of cybernetics, vampiric mythology, military action, and family tragedy is handled with confidence and originality. The pacing is sharp, the world building feels expansive without being overwhelming, and the emotional core grounds all the chaos.
This book delivers intense action, dark sci-fi horror, and meaningful character arcs in equal measure. If you enjoy stories with futuristic warfare, morally complex factions, and family bonds tested under extreme circumstances, this is an absolute must read. Highly recommended.
From the opening chapters, the concept of a cybernetic beast rampaging across the land instantly hooked me but the real power of the story lies in its characters. Cyrus Blackthorn is a compelling lead: nearly unkillable, visibly altered by CyberGen’s experiments, and carrying the unbearable weight of knowing the monster he’s hunting was once his own brother, Talon. That emotional conflict gives every confrontation real stakes, turning what could have been a straightforward sci-fi action plot into something deeply personal and haunting.
Legion 96 is equally fascinating. As a government sanctioned anti vampire paramilitary force, they operate in a morally gray space that the author isn’t afraid to explore. Their frantic race to recapture the beast they accidentally unleashed adds tension, while the looming presence of Atropos a criminal organization of living vampires keeps the threat level sky high. The idea that the vampires may be intentionally purging their weakest members is chilling, and the “too easy” missions create a constant sense of unease that something far worse is coming.
Asher Blackthorn’s storyline adds another strong layer. Watching him struggle with his transformation while trying to prove himself as a fully trained soldier made him feel incredibly human. His inner conflict contrasts beautifully with the relentless pace of the Legion’s operations and highlights the cost of survival in this brutal world.
The blend of cybernetics, vampiric mythology, military action, and family tragedy is handled with confidence and originality. The pacing is sharp, the world building feels expansive without being overwhelming, and the emotional core grounds all the chaos.
This book delivers intense action, dark sci-fi horror, and meaningful character arcs in equal measure. If you enjoy stories with futuristic warfare, morally complex factions, and family bonds tested under extreme circumstances, this is an absolute must read. Highly recommended.
January 22, 2026
This book is an absolute knockout. I went in expecting a fast-paced sci-fi action story and what I got was that and a deeply emotional, character driven narrative that kept me hooked from start to finish.
The idea of a cybernetic beast capable of annihilating armies is terrifying on its own, but the emotional gut punch comes when you learn the monster is Talon, Cyrus Blackthorn’s brother. That revelation instantly elevates the story from a simple hunt to a heartbreaking and complex mission filled with guilt, loyalty, and impossible choices.
Cyrus is a compelling protagonist. His transformation through CyberGen makes him nearly unkillable, yet the story never lets him lose his humanity. Leading Legion 96 feels heavy with responsibility, and the constant threat of Atropos’s vampire operatives keeps the tension razor sharp. Every encounter feels dangerous and meaningful.
Asher’s storyline adds another strong layer to the book. His struggle to accept his own transformation while being thrown into increasingly intense missions makes him incredibly relatable. The Legion’s suspiciously easy victories against Atropos are brilliantly unsettling, creating a slow building sense of dread that something far more sinister is unfolding.
The world building is rich and immersive, blending cybernetic experimentation, paramilitary warfare, and vampiric conspiracy in a way that feels fresh and original. The pacing is excellent never dragging, never rushed and the stakes continue to rise with every chapter.
This book delivers action, suspense, and emotional depth in equal measure. It’s smart, dark, and thrilling, with characters that linger in your mind long after you’ve finished reading.
The idea of a cybernetic beast capable of annihilating armies is terrifying on its own, but the emotional gut punch comes when you learn the monster is Talon, Cyrus Blackthorn’s brother. That revelation instantly elevates the story from a simple hunt to a heartbreaking and complex mission filled with guilt, loyalty, and impossible choices.
Cyrus is a compelling protagonist. His transformation through CyberGen makes him nearly unkillable, yet the story never lets him lose his humanity. Leading Legion 96 feels heavy with responsibility, and the constant threat of Atropos’s vampire operatives keeps the tension razor sharp. Every encounter feels dangerous and meaningful.
Asher’s storyline adds another strong layer to the book. His struggle to accept his own transformation while being thrown into increasingly intense missions makes him incredibly relatable. The Legion’s suspiciously easy victories against Atropos are brilliantly unsettling, creating a slow building sense of dread that something far more sinister is unfolding.
The world building is rich and immersive, blending cybernetic experimentation, paramilitary warfare, and vampiric conspiracy in a way that feels fresh and original. The pacing is excellent never dragging, never rushed and the stakes continue to rise with every chapter.
This book delivers action, suspense, and emotional depth in equal measure. It’s smart, dark, and thrilling, with characters that linger in your mind long after you’ve finished reading.
January 22, 2026
This book is a nonstop adrenaline rush from start to finish. The story immediately grabs you with a terrifying premise a cybernetic beast, once a human and now capable of crushing armies, running rampant and layers in deeply personal stakes that elevate it beyond typical action fare.
Cyrus Blackthorn is a phenomenal protagonist. Nearly unkillable thanks to CyberGen’s enhancements, he is not just a warrior but a deeply human character wrestling with the moral and emotional weight of hunting what was once his own brother, Talon. This personal conflict adds real depth and tension, making the stakes feel immediate and heart wrenching.
Asher’s journey as the youngest brother and newest Legion soldier adds another layer of emotion and relatability. Watching him navigate his doubts while being thrust into intense missions makes him a compelling character and highlights the bond between the siblings.
The pacing is flawless. The Legion’s rapid missions, the vampire threat, and the creeping sense of a larger, darker conspiracy keep the tension high throughout. The world building is imaginative and immersive, blending cybernetic science, military strategy, and vampire lore in a way that feels fresh and exciting.
This book delivers the perfect balance of high octane action, emotional depth, and suspenseful storytelling. It’s impossible to put down, and the characters linger in your mind long after the last page. For fans of sci-fi thrillers with heart, this is an absolute five star read.
Cyrus Blackthorn is a phenomenal protagonist. Nearly unkillable thanks to CyberGen’s enhancements, he is not just a warrior but a deeply human character wrestling with the moral and emotional weight of hunting what was once his own brother, Talon. This personal conflict adds real depth and tension, making the stakes feel immediate and heart wrenching.
Asher’s journey as the youngest brother and newest Legion soldier adds another layer of emotion and relatability. Watching him navigate his doubts while being thrust into intense missions makes him a compelling character and highlights the bond between the siblings.
The pacing is flawless. The Legion’s rapid missions, the vampire threat, and the creeping sense of a larger, darker conspiracy keep the tension high throughout. The world building is imaginative and immersive, blending cybernetic science, military strategy, and vampire lore in a way that feels fresh and exciting.
This book delivers the perfect balance of high octane action, emotional depth, and suspenseful storytelling. It’s impossible to put down, and the characters linger in your mind long after the last page. For fans of sci-fi thrillers with heart, this is an absolute five star read.
January 22, 2026
This book is an absolute powerhouse of action, suspense, and heart pounding intensity. From the first page, I was completely drawn into the high stakes world of Legion 96, a relentless anti vampire force, and their hunt for a raging cybernetic beast that threatens humanity. The stakes are colossal, the action is cinematic, and the tension never lets up.
Cyrus Blackthorn is an unforgettable protagonist resilient, complex, and nearly unstoppable thanks to his bioengineered enhancements. The emotional depth of his struggle, especially with the connection to his brother turned monster, Talon, adds a compelling layer of heart to the relentless action. Asher’s internal conflict and growth bring even more richness to the story, making the family dynamic as engaging as the combat sequences.
The world building is exceptional. The interplay between the Legion, the vampire organization Atropos, and the looming threat of the cybernetic beast is expertly crafted, with twists and escalating dangers that keep you turning pages at lightning speed. The story balances intense action with moments of character development, which makes the stakes feel real and personal.
This book is perfect for fans of fast paced sci-fi, military thrillers, and stories with high emotional stakes. It’s a gripping, unforgettable ride from start to finish five stars without hesitation.
Cyrus Blackthorn is an unforgettable protagonist resilient, complex, and nearly unstoppable thanks to his bioengineered enhancements. The emotional depth of his struggle, especially with the connection to his brother turned monster, Talon, adds a compelling layer of heart to the relentless action. Asher’s internal conflict and growth bring even more richness to the story, making the family dynamic as engaging as the combat sequences.
The world building is exceptional. The interplay between the Legion, the vampire organization Atropos, and the looming threat of the cybernetic beast is expertly crafted, with twists and escalating dangers that keep you turning pages at lightning speed. The story balances intense action with moments of character development, which makes the stakes feel real and personal.
This book is perfect for fans of fast paced sci-fi, military thrillers, and stories with high emotional stakes. It’s a gripping, unforgettable ride from start to finish five stars without hesitation.
January 21, 2026
This book delivers intense action paired with a strong emotional backbone. Cyrus Blackthorn is more than just a weapon he’s a man wrestling with the consequences of survival and transformation. The cybernetic beast is a terrifying antagonist, made even more tragic by its connection to Cyrus. The pacing is relentless, but moments of reflection, particularly through Asher’s character, prevent the story from feeling one-dimensional. The looming threat of a vampiric uprising keeps the stakes high. Fall Prey: The Attack is an engaging and thought-provoking sci-fi adventure.
January 22, 2026
This book grabbed me from the opening chapter and never loosened its grip. The blend of cybernetic horror, military action, and vampire mythology is executed flawlessly. Cyrus Blackthorn is a deeply compelling protagonist nearly unkillable, yet emotionally shattered by the truth of what his brother has become. The idea that the rampaging beast is once human, once family, adds a heartbreaking layer to every confrontation. The pacing is relentless, the action cinematic, and the moral questions linger long after the final page. Easily one of the most gripping sci-fi reads I’ve had in years.
January 22, 2026
Despite the cybernetics and vampires, this world feels grounded in very real fears unchecked corporations, weaponized science, and governments willing to sacrifice individuals for the greater good. CyberGen’s role is particularly unsettling, blurring the line between salvation and exploitation. The writing is sharp, descriptive, and confident, and the author clearly trusts the reader to keep up. This book doesn’t spoon feed answers, and that makes it all the more rewarding.
January 31, 2026
I loved reading this exciting thriller! The plot twists were mind boggling and surprising. The author's background in molecular and cell biology came shining through! He included his knowledge of bats to name the characters. This was a great read!
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