Incursion in Riptide Publishing

Nov 15, 2012 Anna (Bananas) rated it really liked it

Shelves: fantasy-sci-fi, m-m

The last few pages tipped this from 3 to 4 stars for me. The hope and possibility of the ending, and most importantly the theme of becoming your true self, was very touching.
It started a bit slow, way too much world-building for a short work, but ultimately proved satisfying. And I love the idea of the Glyrinny species. I found them unique and truly beautiful.

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Oct 28, 2012 Kaje Harper rated it it was amazing

Shelves: favorites, m-m, scifi, short-story

4.5 stars. This book has excellent world-building, interesting characters with a lot of issues and imperfections, and a well-designed plot. The only reason it wasn't five stars for me was that it felt a bit short. I guess like so many of this excellent writer's stories, I wasn't ready to let these guys go, which is more compliment than flaw. ...more

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Jun 11, 2012 Jess rated it really liked it

I hate it when people give 1 star ratings and have never read the book - I prefer to be optimistic ;)

Review to come - when I have actually READ the book :D

Finally read this book :)

I really enjoyed it but it feels kind of unfinished to me. I believe that there should be a sequel because I am still left with a bundle of questions. I want to know how the 'relationship' develops and how it does in such a species that sees with vibrations.

I actually think the sex would be spectacular and totally diff ...more

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Jul 17, 2012 Brenda Cothern rated it really liked it

Shelves: m-m, romance, short-story, other, 4-stars

I have to say that this is the first book of Aleks that I did not give 5 stars. But, I want to tell you all why.

I am a huge fan of Aleks and that was the reason I read this, his latest work. So, why didn't I give him 5 stars? Well, I am not a Sci-Fi fan. Many of you would say that I might be being unfair then but to be honest, I wouldn't know good Sci-Fi if it bit me in the ass. However, I do know good writing and Aleks never disappoints. As per Aleks norm, the characters are in depth and suck y ...more

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Jun 13, 2012 Emma marked it as to-read

Oh! I did not know about this. Well, I don’t read sci fi. Absolutely not…….but it’s voniov and there is no way I am ever abandoning any of his writing :)

3 stars ?! The book won't be out till 9th of next month. I hope whoever has rated it, read it first o_O ...more

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Jul 13, 2012 Gwendolyn rated it really liked it

Shelves: shifters, sci-fi

Not what I expected howevre, it turned out to be an enjoyable sci-fi novel.

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Jun 10, 2012 Aija rated it it was amazing

Shelves: riptide, favourites, lgbt, own, revved, mystery, novella, thriller, fantasy, must-re-read

Even if you're not a fan of sci-fi (like me), you can be confident that Voinov will lead you through it all seamlessly, making you feel right at home. Usually I find myself confused by the descriptions, but never with Voinov. Is there such a thing as realistic shape-shifters, intelligent alien species and traveling in space? Now I know there is! :D

I never expected to find this story so deeply touching.. Resonated with me on several levels (wow, was this on my wavelength!) :) There are plenty of ...more

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Sep 14, 2012 Jess Faraday rated it it was amazing

This was such an excellent read on so many levels. Well written--goes without saying. It's Aleks Voinov. Twisty, unpredictable plot--check. Setting--thoroughly 3-dimensional yet concisely rendered. The best part, though, IMO, were the characters. Unique and unforgettable. It's a short, quick read, and yet thought provoking and complex, like so much of the author's work. Thoroughly enjoyable. ...more

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Jun 13, 2012 Darkm rated it it was amazing

Shelves: favorites, sci-fi, m-m

I deeply loved this book.
Even being short I had not only a strong connection with both main characters (and also WInter, for that matter), but I was able to fully understand and feel them.
Kyle conflicts, his fears and despite everything his will to fight and live, and Grimm's integrity, his strong morals, his good heart.
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