Release Day Review: Starbreaker by Amanda Bouchet
Series: Endeavor #2
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Genre: Romance / Science Fiction
THEY NEVER WANTED TO BE HEROES
Captain Tess Bailey and Shade Ganavan are still the galaxy's Most Wanted, and with revolution in the wind and the universe on the brink of catastrophic war, the situation couldn't be more desperate. Despite the Dark Watch scouring the known sectors for them, rebel leaders have handed the crew of the Endeavor a delicate and dangerous mission: break into Starbase 12 and free renowned scientist Reena Ahern. She's the only one who stands a chance of tipping the odds in their favor for the first time in decades.
BUT PULLING OFF THE IMPOSSIBLE IS WHAT THEY DO BEST
The clock is ticking. But as their attraction builds and secrets are revealed, Tess and Shade must decide if they trust each other enough to execute this impossible prison break. They could change the course of history, but they'll be risking everything... They'll just have to tackle one crisis at a time.
**ARC provided by publisher in exchange for an honest review**
Starbreaker continues the story of Tess Bailey, who is a very fierce heroine. Like the previous book Nightchaser, this one is also action-packed, romantic at the right moments, and suspenseful. The trust between Tess and her love interest Shade was broken, but they both are trying to deal with them in this book. I loved seeing them grow stronger as individuals and as a couple. They are such a great and strong match. I also enjoyed getting to know all the side-characters better. They elevate the story so much and the interaction between them is phenomenal. There are a couple of secrets uncovered that I saw coming, but the author still managed to keep me on my toes.
I don't read a lot of sci-fi (romance) novels, because I am afraid of the very intricate world building taking over the story/plot. But Amanda Bouchet has done a great job with this series, because everything is explained really well, and it is very easy to understand. So I would recommend romance readers who haven't dived into sci-fi to give this series a chance. I think Starbreaker was a great addition to the Endeavor series, and the ending has me excited to see what will happen next. I love the characters and I look forward to seeing them grow even more and see what danger they will face next.
Amanda Bouchet grew up in New England where she spent much of her time tromping around in the woods and making up grand adventures in her head. It was inevitable that one day she would start writing them down. Drawing on her Greek heritage for the setting and on her love of all things daring and romantic for the rest, her debut trilogy, The Kingmaker Chronicles, took form. She writes what she loves to read: epic exploits, steamy romance, and characters that make you laugh and cry.
A French master’s graduate and former English teacher, Amanda lives in Paris, France. She met her husband while studying abroad, and the family now includes two bilingual children who will soon be correcting her French.
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