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Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides #7
Eclipse Bound: A Qurilixen World Novel: Intergalactic Dating Agency
Crash first. Kiss later. Save two worlds if there’s time.
NYT Bestselling Author Michelle M. Pillow is back with a brand new sci-fi alien romance adventure.
When a not-so-mysterious flying object slams into Duskrock, Arizona, ex-journalist Rowan Clark expects hype, not a devastatingly calm alien diplomat with starlight eyes and a mission to stop a war.
Eclipse comes from the Twilight Belt of Zorveya, where day and night are locked in endless conflict. He was sent for a discreet cultural exchange, but thanks to the catastrophically inept Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides, secrecy combusts on impact. When black-ops Milano decides Eclipse and his companions Solar and Lunar belong in cages, diplomacy turns into survival.
On the run with Rowan, Eclipse can’t ignore the magnetic pull that breaks every rule. She’s done chasing disasters. He’s sworn to duty. But in the shadows between danger and desire, their chemistry refuses to stay quiet. To keep Earth out of the crossfire and give his fractured world a chance at peace, Eclipse must decide if love is worth leaving behind everything he holds dear.
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ECLIPSE BOUND is a steamy sci-fi paranormal romantic comedy with forced proximity, protective alien vibes, a skeptical human heroine, sizzling open-door heat, and a guaranteed HEA. Perfect for fans of Ruby Dixon, Tiffany Roberts, and Evangeline Anderson.
Book one of the Bound Trilogy installment from the Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides series.
NYT Bestselling Author Michelle M. Pillow is back with a brand new sci-fi alien romance adventure.
When a not-so-mysterious flying object slams into Duskrock, Arizona, ex-journalist Rowan Clark expects hype, not a devastatingly calm alien diplomat with starlight eyes and a mission to stop a war.
Eclipse comes from the Twilight Belt of Zorveya, where day and night are locked in endless conflict. He was sent for a discreet cultural exchange, but thanks to the catastrophically inept Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides, secrecy combusts on impact. When black-ops Milano decides Eclipse and his companions Solar and Lunar belong in cages, diplomacy turns into survival.
On the run with Rowan, Eclipse can’t ignore the magnetic pull that breaks every rule. She’s done chasing disasters. He’s sworn to duty. But in the shadows between danger and desire, their chemistry refuses to stay quiet. To keep Earth out of the crossfire and give his fractured world a chance at peace, Eclipse must decide if love is worth leaving behind everything he holds dear.
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ECLIPSE BOUND is a steamy sci-fi paranormal romantic comedy with forced proximity, protective alien vibes, a skeptical human heroine, sizzling open-door heat, and a guaranteed HEA. Perfect for fans of Ruby Dixon, Tiffany Roberts, and Evangeline Anderson.
Book one of the Bound Trilogy installment from the Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides series.
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Published September 16, 2025
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Michelle M. Pillow is a bestselling author with millions of books sold worldwide. She is known for her romantasy, paranormal and sci-fi romance and paranormal women’s fiction.
Her bestselling series includes Dragon Lords, Lords of the Var, Warlocks MacGregor, Tribes of the Vampire, Realm Immortal, Order of Magic, and Merely Mortal.
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Michelle loves to travel and try new things, whether it’s a paranormal investigation of an old Vaudeville Theatre or climbing Mayan temples in Belize. She’s addicted to movies and used to drive her mother crazy while quoting random scenes with her brother. She is the very proud mom to the most talented artist. Though it has yet to happen, her dream is to be a zombie in a horror movie. (She came close as a refugee extra on SyFy’s Z Nation, Fall 2016!) She is involved with various film and historical documentary projects with her filmmaker husband.
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Michelle M. Pillow is a bestselling author with millions of books sold worldwide. She is known for her romantasy, paranormal and sci-fi romance and paranormal women’s fiction.
Her bestselling series includes Dragon Lords, Lords of the Var, Warlocks MacGregor, Tribes of the Vampire, Realm Immortal, Order of Magic, and Merely Mortal.
Recent News:
Pan Macmillan Tor Bramble acquired world rights to her Realm Immortal (romantasy, high fantasy enemies-to-lovers) and Tribes of the Vampire (urban romantasy, gothic vampire seduction) series for new print, audio, and translation editions starting 2026.
A hybrid author (traditional + indie), Michelle is a #1 Amazon bestseller, 2006 RT Reviewers' Choice Award winner, Romantic Times Lifetime Achievement Award nominee, and HOLT Medallion recipient.
Printable Booklist: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/42pg25jekx
Michelle loves to travel and try new things, whether it’s a paranormal investigation of an old Vaudeville Theatre or climbing Mayan temples in Belize. She’s addicted to movies and used to drive her mother crazy while quoting random scenes with her brother. She is the very proud mom to the most talented artist. Though it has yet to happen, her dream is to be a zombie in a horror movie. (She came close as a refugee extra on SyFy’s Z Nation, Fall 2016!) She is involved with various film and historical documentary projects with her filmmaker husband.
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September 17, 2025
On the Planet Zorveya, Eclipsyionic is of the twilight region, and those there act as a bridge and mediator between the light side and the dark side. Eclipse (the name he gets as human ID), is the mediator between Solarestabinian (Solar) and Luniaren (Lunar).
Because they refuse to find a way, the Peacemaker Council sends them thru the Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides to Earth to find brides and to work together. If they can do this- then maybe things can change before a war breaks out. Gamob takes them to Duskrock, Arizona. We get to see Gary & Bob once again, with a newbie, Harris. Solar, Eclipse & Lunar all have the surname of Bound. I felt really bad for Eclipse because he shouldn’t have had to go- but I see the Council’s point. There was still a need for a mediator to go, otherwise Solar and Lunar might have killed each other and done major damage on Earth, which would’ve let the world know that Aliens existed. They crash land on Earth and poor Harris’ communicator is semi malfunctioning, so what he says ends up being hilarious. They end up at the Duskrock Yoga & Spa Meditation Center, and meet Rowan, who helps them. Duskrock is like Roswell, everything alien adjacent, lol. That is putting it nicely. The book is hilarious. It is also fun, eye opening, heartbreaking, exciting, crazy, romantic and steamy. Although the guys are humanoid, they are mostly energy and Solar keeps making things break or explode. They have to wear skinsuits, like Harris, Bob & Gary. Rowan doesn’t accept that Eclipse is an alien right away, but there are a bunch of unexplainable things that happen, and she did see the aftermath of the crash. Plus, her frequency matches Eclipse’s. I find the technical and literal way the guys talk to be funny and sometimes I needed to really think of what they were saying, lol.
Solar meets a fire dancer, Dani; while Lunar meets Poppy. The Milano group had already made Rowan lose her job as a journalist and forced her to move and get a new job. Now, they are there and hunting aliens. They are terrifying. Learning about the past and all the differences between the guys who lived on one planet and how they could get along better on Earth because they could see all three ways of life there, was fascinating. Things get crazy as they try to escape the alien hunters aka the Men in Black lol. Things go from bad to worse and one of the guys is captured. There is so much hope and inspiration in this book because they go against crazy odds. I loved it and can’t wait to see what happens next. I also cried and chewed on my nails while reading this book and needed the AC on for my freak out sweat and the steamy parts.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Because they refuse to find a way, the Peacemaker Council sends them thru the Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides to Earth to find brides and to work together. If they can do this- then maybe things can change before a war breaks out. Gamob takes them to Duskrock, Arizona. We get to see Gary & Bob once again, with a newbie, Harris. Solar, Eclipse & Lunar all have the surname of Bound. I felt really bad for Eclipse because he shouldn’t have had to go- but I see the Council’s point. There was still a need for a mediator to go, otherwise Solar and Lunar might have killed each other and done major damage on Earth, which would’ve let the world know that Aliens existed. They crash land on Earth and poor Harris’ communicator is semi malfunctioning, so what he says ends up being hilarious. They end up at the Duskrock Yoga & Spa Meditation Center, and meet Rowan, who helps them. Duskrock is like Roswell, everything alien adjacent, lol. That is putting it nicely. The book is hilarious. It is also fun, eye opening, heartbreaking, exciting, crazy, romantic and steamy. Although the guys are humanoid, they are mostly energy and Solar keeps making things break or explode. They have to wear skinsuits, like Harris, Bob & Gary. Rowan doesn’t accept that Eclipse is an alien right away, but there are a bunch of unexplainable things that happen, and she did see the aftermath of the crash. Plus, her frequency matches Eclipse’s. I find the technical and literal way the guys talk to be funny and sometimes I needed to really think of what they were saying, lol.
Solar meets a fire dancer, Dani; while Lunar meets Poppy. The Milano group had already made Rowan lose her job as a journalist and forced her to move and get a new job. Now, they are there and hunting aliens. They are terrifying. Learning about the past and all the differences between the guys who lived on one planet and how they could get along better on Earth because they could see all three ways of life there, was fascinating. Things get crazy as they try to escape the alien hunters aka the Men in Black lol. Things go from bad to worse and one of the guys is captured. There is so much hope and inspiration in this book because they go against crazy odds. I loved it and can’t wait to see what happens next. I also cried and chewed on my nails while reading this book and needed the AC on for my freak out sweat and the steamy parts.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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September 11, 2025
✨ Eclipse Bound! ✨
Crash first. Kiss later. Save two worlds if there’s time.
When a not-so-mysterious flying object slams into Duskrock, Arizona, ex-journalist Rowan Clark doesn’t expect to meet Eclipse, an alien diplomat with starlight eyes, a sworn duty to stop a war… and a pull she can’t resist.
💫 Steamy sci-fi paranormal romantic comedy
🔥 Forced Proximity
🛡️ Protective Alien Vibes
💋 Open-Door Heat
✅ Alpha Nerd
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September 13, 2025
I really enjoyed this newest book in the Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides Series and thought it did an excellent job of setting things up for this newest trilogy in the series. Eclipse and Rowan make a very good couple that complement each others personalities very well and I enjoyed getting to read their story. I am also looking forward to reading more about Solar and Lunar as this series continues as well as several of the other books from other authors that are coming out in the multi author Intergalactic Dating Agency series over the next few months.
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I received a free advanced reader copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 2, 2025
Fun action and adventure! Enjoy the alien romance aspect; good chemistry and spice between Rowan and Eclipse. Eclipse and some fellow aliens are on a peace making mission, but things go awry. Rowan is there to help, but there’s some dangerous things and people trying to cause problems with the aliens. Dangerous situations abound! Good chemistry with Rowan and Eclipse too! An entertaining read!
September 16, 2025
Very different story. Very GOOD story also. A lot of running to stay safe. The time is very short too. I tell you the Alien Mail Order Brides will have a LOT of explaing to do over this one. I do hope that they will be back within the year.
September 16, 2025
The settings were so vivid and real. The characters were well written and entertaining with their antics the dialogue so funny at times that I laughed out loud. It left a smile on my face!
January 17, 2026
On the planet Zorveya, the Eclipsyionic beings dominate the twilight region, serving as essential mediators between the light and dark sides. Eclipse, adopting a human identity, plays a pivotal role by bridging Solarestabinian (Solar) and Luniaren (Lunar). Their stubborn refusal to cooperate compels the Peacemaker Council to take decisive action, sending them through the Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides program to Earth in search of brides to forge the alliances necessary to prevent an impending war.
After crash-landing in Duskrock, Arizona, they reconnect with Gary and Bob, this time accompanied by newcomer Harris. All of them share the surname Bound, which adds a unique layer to their stories. While I feel for Eclipse—who shouldn't have to bear this burden—his role as mediator is crucial; without his intervention, Solar and Lunar risk unleashing chaos on Earth. Their arrival is marked by misadventures, especially when Harris’s malfunctioning communicator leads to a series of comedic misunderstandings. Seeking support at the Duskrock Yoga & Spa Meditation Center, they meet Rowan, who eventually realizes that Eclipse is indeed an alien after witnessing the incredible events unfolding around them.
Solar flirts with a mesmerizing fire dancer named Dani, while Lunar connects with Poppy. The Milano group, having already forced Rowan to change her life and career as a journalist, now intensifies the drama by pursuing aliens. The narrative skillfully explores the characters’ differences and highlights their potential for coexistence on Earth, leading to their determined efforts to evade the alien hunters known as the Men in Black.
This book is a powerful blend of humor, heartache, and inspiration. I absolutely loved it and am eagerly anticipating the next installment. It kept me on edge, and I had to turn on the AC to cool down during the steamy moments!
After crash-landing in Duskrock, Arizona, they reconnect with Gary and Bob, this time accompanied by newcomer Harris. All of them share the surname Bound, which adds a unique layer to their stories. While I feel for Eclipse—who shouldn't have to bear this burden—his role as mediator is crucial; without his intervention, Solar and Lunar risk unleashing chaos on Earth. Their arrival is marked by misadventures, especially when Harris’s malfunctioning communicator leads to a series of comedic misunderstandings. Seeking support at the Duskrock Yoga & Spa Meditation Center, they meet Rowan, who eventually realizes that Eclipse is indeed an alien after witnessing the incredible events unfolding around them.
Solar flirts with a mesmerizing fire dancer named Dani, while Lunar connects with Poppy. The Milano group, having already forced Rowan to change her life and career as a journalist, now intensifies the drama by pursuing aliens. The narrative skillfully explores the characters’ differences and highlights their potential for coexistence on Earth, leading to their determined efforts to evade the alien hunters known as the Men in Black.
This book is a powerful blend of humor, heartache, and inspiration. I absolutely loved it and am eagerly anticipating the next installment. It kept me on edge, and I had to turn on the AC to cool down during the steamy moments!
September 14, 2025
Eclipse is on the Peacemaker Council but peace is the last thing happening. He's tired of trying to meditate between the two ambassadors that just seem to like to argue. Time to "suggest" something totally off the wall. Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides, will be used to take them to Earth for an off world expedition. Even though both sides argue, the Council leaves them no choice. Go or risk withdrawal of the Council's support. What Eclipse didn't know is that he has to go as well to continue mediation between the two!
So, to Earth they go, all of them. What their host ship neglected to tell them was, apparently, when you crash, you're on your own.
Rowen swore that she'd seen everything while working at the Yoga retreat but this? Someone pulled out all the stops with this hoax. It's only seeing the three strange men, well the tall one with the starry eyes, that makes her think that something is different this time. When the tall man turns up on her property and tells her a tall tale, that's when she starts to be a true believer.
She needs to keep Eclipse and his friends away from the evil corporation, but he's more concerned with her safety than his own. Can they be extracted in time, leaving the only being who has ever made him feel like there's so much more to life or will the Corporation take away the choice for all of them?
I knew when the Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides was involved that this was going to be one fast moving, funny, steamy and "high voltage" ride! Great start for the new trilogy.
This review is my own opinion and is not AI generated.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
So, to Earth they go, all of them. What their host ship neglected to tell them was, apparently, when you crash, you're on your own.
Rowen swore that she'd seen everything while working at the Yoga retreat but this? Someone pulled out all the stops with this hoax. It's only seeing the three strange men, well the tall one with the starry eyes, that makes her think that something is different this time. When the tall man turns up on her property and tells her a tall tale, that's when she starts to be a true believer.
She needs to keep Eclipse and his friends away from the evil corporation, but he's more concerned with her safety than his own. Can they be extracted in time, leaving the only being who has ever made him feel like there's so much more to life or will the Corporation take away the choice for all of them?
I knew when the Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides was involved that this was going to be one fast moving, funny, steamy and "high voltage" ride! Great start for the new trilogy.
This review is my own opinion and is not AI generated.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 16, 2025
Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides did it again in this delightful beginning serial of stranding our three males, Eclipse, Solar, and Lunar on Earth when their spaceship crashed into a crystal store in Duskrock, Arizona. This is Eclipse's story. Eclipse's people our negotiators and are tired of the fights between Solar's people (light) warriors and Lunar's people (dark) strategists so they set up their leaders with the GAMOB forcing them to prove they can work together and achieve a goal. Eclipse finds out he's been selected too. What happens after they crash land on Earth and Eclipse asks Rowan who runs the Yoga and Spa Meditation Center retreat for help was an engaging story as the media, the townsfolk, and fractionsGalaxy Alien Mail Order Brides did it again in this delightful beginning serial of stranding our three males, Eclipse, Solar, and Lunar on Earth when their spaceship crashed into a crystal store in Duskrock, Arizona. This is Eclipse's story. Eclipse's people our negotiators and are tired of the fights between Solar's people (light) warriors and Lunar's people (dark) strategists so they set up their leaders with the GAMOB forcing them to prove they can work together and achieve a goal. Eclipse finds out he's been selected too. What happens after they crash land on Earth and Eclipse asks Rowan who runs the Yoga and Spa Meditation Center retreat for help was an engaging story as the media, the townsfolk, and fractions, and an underhanded company are searching for the aliens who crashed. The electrical biorhythm connection that signals compatibility for mates for Eclipse was a nice touch in this highly enjoyable copy I'd received and volunteer to read and review.
September 29, 2025
An alien with a mission. A woman who sees through the lies.
On the divided planet of Zorveya, light and dark don’t mix. When three alien envoys land on Earth with orders to bond with humans and prove peace is possible, the mission spirals fast. Their disguises are glitching, their cover is blown, and their only chance at success is an exhausted woman who never signed up for any of this.
Rowan’s spent years rebuilding after a powerful corporation wrecked her life. So when Eclipse, a quiet stranger with strange energy and stranger eyes, tells her he needs help, she asks questions. When the answers stop making sense, she doesn't walk away. She stays.
Eclipse came to observe and negotiate. What he finds instead is connection, conflict, and a human who sees more of him than anyone ever has. As the bond between them deepens, so does the danger. With time slipping away and enemies closing in, they’ll have to decide what survival really means.
The characters in Eclipse Bound shift from reluctant participants in a fragile mission to people making choices that reshape their futures. Eclipse learns how to stay. Rowan learns how to trust. What starts with caution becomes something honest, steady, and quietly life-changing.
A steamy, fated mates, alien–human slow-burn romance with crash landings, secret missions, bonding through touch, and enemies forced to cooperate. It explores identity, connection, resistance, and belonging. At its heart it’s about a woman who stopped running, a twilight being who learns to stay, and a bond that defies planets, politics, and power.
On the divided planet of Zorveya, light and dark don’t mix. When three alien envoys land on Earth with orders to bond with humans and prove peace is possible, the mission spirals fast. Their disguises are glitching, their cover is blown, and their only chance at success is an exhausted woman who never signed up for any of this.
Rowan’s spent years rebuilding after a powerful corporation wrecked her life. So when Eclipse, a quiet stranger with strange energy and stranger eyes, tells her he needs help, she asks questions. When the answers stop making sense, she doesn't walk away. She stays.
Eclipse came to observe and negotiate. What he finds instead is connection, conflict, and a human who sees more of him than anyone ever has. As the bond between them deepens, so does the danger. With time slipping away and enemies closing in, they’ll have to decide what survival really means.
The characters in Eclipse Bound shift from reluctant participants in a fragile mission to people making choices that reshape their futures. Eclipse learns how to stay. Rowan learns how to trust. What starts with caution becomes something honest, steady, and quietly life-changing.
A steamy, fated mates, alien–human slow-burn romance with crash landings, secret missions, bonding through touch, and enemies forced to cooperate. It explores identity, connection, resistance, and belonging. At its heart it’s about a woman who stopped running, a twilight being who learns to stay, and a bond that defies planets, politics, and power.
September 17, 2025
ECLIPSE BOUND, Bound Trilogy is the in this Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides novella, which is part of the Qurilixen World's Intergalactic Dating Agency series by Michell Pillow. With the Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides Corp involved, I knew I knew this would be a fast-moving, fun, and energy charged ride.
Eclipse and two others have landed in Pete's crystal shop in Duskrock, Arizona, causing fire, all in front of a crowd watching their fantastic landing. Now, the three visitors are trying to keep a low profile while checking out the planet. Not going to be easy as all three are sparkling with energy, and the evil quasi-government people noticed their auspicious landing. Get ready! Meeting women, learning the customs, and even eating Earth's strange food will have you laughing. Running from the quasi-government people who want to experiment on them will have you on the edge of your seat, hoping they escape.
You'll find yourself laughing out loud at some of the crazy antics from misunderstanding Earth people and, well, just everything life on Earth brings about.
ECLIPSE is a great start for this new trilogy. I've also missed reading about the Galaxy Mail Order Alien Brides and their shenannigans. I am so looking forward to reading about Solar and Luna the next books in the series.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Eclipse and two others have landed in Pete's crystal shop in Duskrock, Arizona, causing fire, all in front of a crowd watching their fantastic landing. Now, the three visitors are trying to keep a low profile while checking out the planet. Not going to be easy as all three are sparkling with energy, and the evil quasi-government people noticed their auspicious landing. Get ready! Meeting women, learning the customs, and even eating Earth's strange food will have you laughing. Running from the quasi-government people who want to experiment on them will have you on the edge of your seat, hoping they escape.
You'll find yourself laughing out loud at some of the crazy antics from misunderstanding Earth people and, well, just everything life on Earth brings about.
ECLIPSE is a great start for this new trilogy. I've also missed reading about the Galaxy Mail Order Alien Brides and their shenannigans. I am so looking forward to reading about Solar and Luna the next books in the series.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 16, 2025
"If you cannot manage to share a dwelling without destroying it, how do you expect our people to share a planet?"
Eclipse has been trying to mediate between the two opposing cultures on his planet for years. One lives on the light, the other in darkness, and it has shaped every aspect of their lives. He lives in-between, in the twilight.
With the help of a thoughtful human, Rowan, on Earth Eclipse, and a representative of each culture, Solar and Lunar, discover what it is to deal with a little bit of everything each day.
This book is a beautiful story both about finding balance and an appreciation for others, and what you have, but it is also about discovering common ground, and working together.
This is the first book in a trilogy, as such it introduces an overarching arc, establishes the cultures and races involved with some interesting world building, and hints at things to come in future books. Add to that a fun sense of humor (I loved the alien take on our Internet!) and Eclipse Bound is a page turner in all the best ways.
I was gifted with a copy of Eclipse Bound and chose to share my thoughts.
Eclipse has been trying to mediate between the two opposing cultures on his planet for years. One lives on the light, the other in darkness, and it has shaped every aspect of their lives. He lives in-between, in the twilight.
With the help of a thoughtful human, Rowan, on Earth Eclipse, and a representative of each culture, Solar and Lunar, discover what it is to deal with a little bit of everything each day.
This book is a beautiful story both about finding balance and an appreciation for others, and what you have, but it is also about discovering common ground, and working together.
This is the first book in a trilogy, as such it introduces an overarching arc, establishes the cultures and races involved with some interesting world building, and hints at things to come in future books. Add to that a fun sense of humor (I loved the alien take on our Internet!) and Eclipse Bound is a page turner in all the best ways.
I was gifted with a copy of Eclipse Bound and chose to share my thoughts.
October 1, 2025
Eclipse, Solar, and Lunar are the next trio to be treated to absolute chaos by the Galaxy Alien Brides. Eclipse is a diplomat who is charged with teaching the other two that it is possible for diverse populations to live in cooperation. Their quest begins with a crash in the desert in Arizona. They are soon hunted and pursued by a familiar villain, Milano Corporation. Fortunately, they also meet three wonderful women who see who they are and accept them. This story centers on Eclipse, the diplomat from the Twilight Sector of their planet, and Rowan, a former reporter who has dealt with Milano previously. Their story is filled with drama, danger, frustration (with Solar, Lunar, and Galaxy Brides), and several twists and turns. Their romance is fascinating. Their chemistry is truly electric. When Eclipse is captured, their connection might just be what saves him. Well-written and engaging. I look Forward to the next story.
I received an ARC of this book via BookSprout and voluntarily reviewed.
I received an ARC of this book via BookSprout and voluntarily reviewed.
October 6, 2025
Eclipse Bound is the 7th book in the Galaxy Mail Order Bride Series, and once again, it offers something a little different from the first six. As the first part of a new trilogy within the series, it brings back the trademark humor and lighthearted chaos — but you can feel things evolving.
The two Mail Order Bride representatives, who have been the series’ lovable sidekicks, are slowly becoming less incompetent (though still as entertaining as ever). The male main character finds himself hilariously unprepared — as usual — thanks to the Agency’s “efficiency,” and the translation mishaps continue to be pure comedy gold. Even with all their advanced technology, it seems aliens still can’t get translators right when it comes to obscure languages!
I’ve loved this series from the start, and Eclipse Bound absolutely delivered. Funny, warm, and full of personality — it’s the perfect continuation for fans of the Galaxy Mail Order Bride universe.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The two Mail Order Bride representatives, who have been the series’ lovable sidekicks, are slowly becoming less incompetent (though still as entertaining as ever). The male main character finds himself hilariously unprepared — as usual — thanks to the Agency’s “efficiency,” and the translation mishaps continue to be pure comedy gold. Even with all their advanced technology, it seems aliens still can’t get translators right when it comes to obscure languages!
I’ve loved this series from the start, and Eclipse Bound absolutely delivered. Funny, warm, and full of personality — it’s the perfect continuation for fans of the Galaxy Mail Order Bride universe.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 10, 2025
'Rowan found herself at a loss for words. The evidence of her eyes contradicted everything she thought she knew about reality.
"Are you alright?" Eclipse asked, his voice gentler than before.
"I don't know," she answered. "I think I'm having an existential crisis."
"That is a common response to first contact scenarios," he said. "Your cognitive framework is adapting to new information."
"That's one way to put it."'
I loved this book. It was such a fun fast-paced adventure. The story had suspense, danger, and action and I was completely hooked. Great world building and wonderful characters. I loved both Rowan and Eclipse (I love their long alien names- Eclipsyionic!) Rowan couldn't deny the burning chemistry between them, but didn't believe he was really an alien, until she saw evidence that was definitely not human. I liked that her reactions were realistic. I loved Eclipse's personality and the way their relationship developed among the craziness happening around them. A great beginning to this trilogy! 5 stars
"Are you alright?" Eclipse asked, his voice gentler than before.
"I don't know," she answered. "I think I'm having an existential crisis."
"That is a common response to first contact scenarios," he said. "Your cognitive framework is adapting to new information."
"That's one way to put it."'
I loved this book. It was such a fun fast-paced adventure. The story had suspense, danger, and action and I was completely hooked. Great world building and wonderful characters. I loved both Rowan and Eclipse (I love their long alien names- Eclipsyionic!) Rowan couldn't deny the burning chemistry between them, but didn't believe he was really an alien, until she saw evidence that was definitely not human. I liked that her reactions were realistic. I loved Eclipse's personality and the way their relationship developed among the craziness happening around them. A great beginning to this trilogy! 5 stars
October 19, 2025
Ok either Bob and Gary need to be replaced or do they know what they are doing ?? Galaxy brides employees Bob and Gary have done it again! This book starts out fast and stays that way. The men arrive on earth with a crash. Eclipse asks for help from the on female he saw noticing them. She accepts him right away and they work together to keep them safe. This stoeyline is different due to the 3 books happing at the same time. Lunar and Solor meet females too and they are in this book. So when they are all together the gilrs already know the situation. It was a little confusing until you remembered all 3 stories go together.
The female in this book helps them so much. Being a journalist helps her access and annalise the situation. This was not a typical love story no i stant love. No hot bedroom scenes. But a love story none the less. They merge or entwine energy which works for them. Enjoyed the read it was different.
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The female in this book helps them so much. Being a journalist helps her access and annalise the situation. This was not a typical love story no i stant love. No hot bedroom scenes. But a love story none the less. They merge or entwine energy which works for them. Enjoyed the read it was different.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 11, 2025
Fun Addition to the Series!
Book seven in the Intergalactic Dating Agency starts on the planet Zorveya. They are on the verge of war between the Shadow people and the Light people. Eclipse has been the mediator for 60 cycles and is done! He asks for a transfer. Instead, the council sends all three of them to Earth with the Intergalactic Dating Agency thinking this will force them to learn to work together or perish. Eclipse figures it’s just a way to get rid of three troublemakers.
But things don’t go as planned, as the Dating Agency personnel are total disasters, causing them to crash land on earth, instead of the quiet integration into the town. From there things take a humorous journey to try and survive on earth. That is until the evil Milano Corporation starts hunting them down to capture them.
A fun read, full of action, funny interactions and new friendships formed and then survival!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Book seven in the Intergalactic Dating Agency starts on the planet Zorveya. They are on the verge of war between the Shadow people and the Light people. Eclipse has been the mediator for 60 cycles and is done! He asks for a transfer. Instead, the council sends all three of them to Earth with the Intergalactic Dating Agency thinking this will force them to learn to work together or perish. Eclipse figures it’s just a way to get rid of three troublemakers.
But things don’t go as planned, as the Dating Agency personnel are total disasters, causing them to crash land on earth, instead of the quiet integration into the town. From there things take a humorous journey to try and survive on earth. That is until the evil Milano Corporation starts hunting them down to capture them.
A fun read, full of action, funny interactions and new friendships formed and then survival!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 15, 2025
Eclipse Bound brings the reader along on a Sci-Fi adventure set in the author’s Qurilixen World and a place I have always enjoyed losing myself in!
This newest story brings together MMC Eclipse who is on a discreet diplomatic mission to Earth and MFC, former journalist Rowan Clark.
After solars of trying to avoid conflict between the dark and light of his world without success Eclipse has come up with a plan involving Earth, the Galaxy Mail Order Brides program and two stubborn leaders day-Solar and dark-Lunar.
His attempt at cultural exchange soon turns deadly though when the ship carrying them crashes in the Arizona desert.
Prepare to be entertained with lots of wonderful writing, intrigue, drama, action, danger, humor, simmering chemistry, and fated mates as this story of alien troubles arriving on Earth delivers a delightful, romantic read. Can’t wait for Solar and Lunar’s stories.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This newest story brings together MMC Eclipse who is on a discreet diplomatic mission to Earth and MFC, former journalist Rowan Clark.
After solars of trying to avoid conflict between the dark and light of his world without success Eclipse has come up with a plan involving Earth, the Galaxy Mail Order Brides program and two stubborn leaders day-Solar and dark-Lunar.
His attempt at cultural exchange soon turns deadly though when the ship carrying them crashes in the Arizona desert.
Prepare to be entertained with lots of wonderful writing, intrigue, drama, action, danger, humor, simmering chemistry, and fated mates as this story of alien troubles arriving on Earth delivers a delightful, romantic read. Can’t wait for Solar and Lunar’s stories.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 29, 2025
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It started really funny, back home, then having to deal with Bob, Gary, and their faulty translators, then it was followed by a lot of good suspense. Pete sounds like a great friend and supporter and I hope to see more of him. Stephanie did not impress me in any way and I'm glad she's not a main character. I got a bit confused a bit before they all got together to plan an escape; Rowan and Eclipse were talking about alien technology and they both assumed Dani and Poppy knew what Lunar and Solar were. Where was the army or the police or whatever Americans call upon for help? In my opinion, Lunar is the one that grew the most in character, Eclipse found himself, and Solar got the gold mine - We don't know much about Dani yet (book #8), but she seems to love fire and heat. In my head, they will always be in danger, either at home or on Earth; if it's not Milano, it will be someone else.
It started really funny, back home, then having to deal with Bob, Gary, and their faulty translators, then it was followed by a lot of good suspense. Pete sounds like a great friend and supporter and I hope to see more of him. Stephanie did not impress me in any way and I'm glad she's not a main character. I got a bit confused a bit before they all got together to plan an escape; Rowan and Eclipse were talking about alien technology and they both assumed Dani and Poppy knew what Lunar and Solar were. Where was the army or the police or whatever Americans call upon for help? In my opinion, Lunar is the one that grew the most in character, Eclipse found himself, and Solar got the gold mine - We don't know much about Dani yet (book #8), but she seems to love fire and heat. In my head, they will always be in danger, either at home or on Earth; if it's not Milano, it will be someone else.
September 30, 2025
I read this exciting page-turner in one sitting. It's all action, suspense, humour and romance with very interesting aliens and the understanding and loyal women who love them on Earth. In this book, we meet Eclipse, Solar, and Lunar, three aliens from Zorveya. They have come for a diplomatic mission, but they want to stay for love. I found their abilities fascinating, as they fought the evil corporation going after them. Eclipse is the Twilight alien, a mediator living between the brightness and the darkness. It doesn't take very long for him to completely mesh with Rowan; if you are not someone who enjoys insta love, you will have to suspend disbelief in this instance. The involvement of the Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides adds a lot of humour to the story, as in previous books by this author. I'm very eager to start reading Solar's story next, as I'm sure it will be as entertaining as this one.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 5, 2025
Holy moly that was such an amazing adventure!!!! In this next chapter in the saga of Galaxy Mail Order Brides the intrigue, action and suspense have gone up a few notches!!! Be prepared to be falling off the edge of your seat, heart racing with the drama…then melting with the connection and love…then racing again with more drama😬😳🥰🥰🥰
With many series like this you get almost cookie cutter stories, just with slightly different characters…. But with this??? The intrigue just continues, particularly with the last 3 (the 3 aliens from the Ice planet) and notes these next three starting with this one, Eclipse Bound…we’re entering into romantic sci-fi saga almost🤗
Of course there is still some of the ridiculous shenanigans with the GMOB aliens and their ineptitude…so there are some giggles too🤣
So buckle up and enjoy!!!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
With many series like this you get almost cookie cutter stories, just with slightly different characters…. But with this??? The intrigue just continues, particularly with the last 3 (the 3 aliens from the Ice planet) and notes these next three starting with this one, Eclipse Bound…we’re entering into romantic sci-fi saga almost🤗
Of course there is still some of the ridiculous shenanigans with the GMOB aliens and their ineptitude…so there are some giggles too🤣
So buckle up and enjoy!!!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 15, 2026
Eclipse and Rowan . . .
Eclipse is from the Twilight Belt of Zorveya where he has acted as a diplomatic mediator to keep things running smoothly. To his dismay, the council assigns him to Earth with two difficult subjects, Solar and Lunar, in the hope he can get them to cooperate and work better together. With the involvement of the Intergalactic Dating Agency and the mess they make of things, and the interference of the evil Milano Corporation who decide to hunt the three of them down for capture, things get humorously messy. Ex-journalist Rowan Clark is attracted to Eclipse and goes along in the chaos to help. Will the aliens escape capture? Will things ever get sorted out? The author will keep you laughing all the way in this zany well-written story, so prepare yourself for an adventure like no other! (And there is definitely more to come!)
Eclipse is from the Twilight Belt of Zorveya where he has acted as a diplomatic mediator to keep things running smoothly. To his dismay, the council assigns him to Earth with two difficult subjects, Solar and Lunar, in the hope he can get them to cooperate and work better together. With the involvement of the Intergalactic Dating Agency and the mess they make of things, and the interference of the evil Milano Corporation who decide to hunt the three of them down for capture, things get humorously messy. Ex-journalist Rowan Clark is attracted to Eclipse and goes along in the chaos to help. Will the aliens escape capture? Will things ever get sorted out? The author will keep you laughing all the way in this zany well-written story, so prepare yourself for an adventure like no other! (And there is definitely more to come!)
September 18, 2025
I have read and enjoyed Michelle M Pillow’s books for a long time I think this book demonstrates how much her writing is improving. The Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides series has been more amusing up till now with this book delving into more serious issues. There is still a lot of fun stuff in this book, but the stakes are higher and politics and divisions are much more important to the story.
The story is compelling and exciting and the usual great read that Ms Pillow’s works are. I especially liked the way she wrote how Eclipse talked and thought. It really captured the essence of him being alien. The stories about the three aliens weave through each volume and I can’t wait to read the other two books soon.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The story is compelling and exciting and the usual great read that Ms Pillow’s works are. I especially liked the way she wrote how Eclipse talked and thought. It really captured the essence of him being alien. The stories about the three aliens weave through each volume and I can’t wait to read the other two books soon.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 16, 2025
New Aliens, Same Inept Galaxy Brides
On the planet Zorveya, one side is constantly in the light, the other in the dark, with a band of twilight between the two. The people in the light and the dark do not get in along, leaving those in the Twilight Band to mediate. In an attempt to fund an alternative path to peace, Solar, Lunar and Eclipse are sent to Earth to find harmony - what they find are mates and danger. Their three stories are intertwined, but this one focused on Eclipse and Rowan. I loved seeing the cosmically idiotic Galaxy Brides team back again, as well as the Milano baddies. Zorveyians are made of energy, making for very interesting alien interactions. Loved it, just loved it!
September 14, 2025
The first installment of the new trilogy in the *Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides* series. This story immediately captured my interest and held it consistently throughout. The narrative is exceptionally well-written, weaving together elements of drama, danger, and suspense with unexpected twists and turns that kept me engaged. Alongside these thrilling aspects, the romance storyline was compelling and satisfying, leading to a truly happy ending. I found the entire story to be a highly worthwhile read and I am eagerly looking forward to the release of the next book in the series.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 27, 2025
Out usual suspects, I mean characters, are back. And they're bringing more!?!?!?
Bob and Gary are still with the Galaxy Mail Order Brides. This time they are bringing the beings who live on a planet in the different areas of light. This trip is to foster cooperation between different species.
But to the surprise of I've of them, Eclipse, he's sent along too.
The object of the trip is to cooperate the second to maybe find a mate.
The third they know nothing about till it happens is to avoid the Milano organization. But decisions have to be made and hearts broken.
Who will win?.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Bob and Gary are still with the Galaxy Mail Order Brides. This time they are bringing the beings who live on a planet in the different areas of light. This trip is to foster cooperation between different species.
But to the surprise of I've of them, Eclipse, he's sent along too.
The object of the trip is to cooperate the second to maybe find a mate.
The third they know nothing about till it happens is to avoid the Milano organization. But decisions have to be made and hearts broken.
Who will win?.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 28, 2025
What a great start!
This is book one in the new Trilogy Bound. This continues the ongoing storyline in the Qurilixen World. And what a great start to this new series. Michelle has created such a fun and innovative galaxy and each new Planet and people are just so much fun to get to know.
Eclipse has landed in Arizona making quite the spectical. This has all the fun elements we have come to expect. Evil corporations, learning customs and languages and as always HEAs. There is non stop fun and antics everywhere. I couldn’t put it down.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is book one in the new Trilogy Bound. This continues the ongoing storyline in the Qurilixen World. And what a great start to this new series. Michelle has created such a fun and innovative galaxy and each new Planet and people are just so much fun to get to know.
Eclipse has landed in Arizona making quite the spectical. This has all the fun elements we have come to expect. Evil corporations, learning customs and languages and as always HEAs. There is non stop fun and antics everywhere. I couldn’t put it down.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 3, 2025
A great romance with a fabulous adventure!
I really enjoyed this story. The author more in depth with these characters than she has in the previous book in the series. The antagonists were even more powerful and scary. There was a little less humor but the sense of suspense felt way more intense and in getting to know the characters more made me more invested in them. This is my favorite in the series so far. I miss some of the antics but it was a fabulous tale. I like the direction she is taking with this portion of the series. Highly recommend this book!
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I really enjoyed this story. The author more in depth with these characters than she has in the previous book in the series. The antagonists were even more powerful and scary. There was a little less humor but the sense of suspense felt way more intense and in getting to know the characters more made me more invested in them. This is my favorite in the series so far. I miss some of the antics but it was a fabulous tale. I like the direction she is taking with this portion of the series. Highly recommend this book!
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 7, 2025
I found this story quite interesting as these aliens are quite different with Eclipse being the balance between Lunar and Solar. They were all sent to Earth with Eclipse as a mediator in an effort to resolve Solar and Lunar's fighting. They are in essence energy beings with different degrees of light energy and dark. When they were sent to Earth by the council it was in a ship from Galaxy brides and once again they mess things up and crash land in the desert by a resort. Can Eclipse keep Rowen and his partners safe from Milanos gang of thugs and researchers? Find out by checking out this gem of a story.
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I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 27, 2025
It's been a long time since I read a book from this series, and now we are introduced to three more heroes. I get to appreciate the light, the dark, and the in-between, whose names are a tongue twister but have been simplified, as the title suggests, for us Earthlings 😁.
We are introduced to our MMCs and their potential FMCs in this first book. I also appreciate our MMC’s unconventional way of thinking and the connection that formed between him and our FMC. There were parts that were silly and romantic but still an enjoyable read.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
We are introduced to our MMCs and their potential FMCs in this first book. I also appreciate our MMC’s unconventional way of thinking and the connection that formed between him and our FMC. There were parts that were silly and romantic but still an enjoyable read.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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