The Secret Aftermath (The Discoveries of Julia Xero Series) by Gloria Oliver – Review by Santana Hicks

The Secret Aftermath: An Urban Fantasy Thriller by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is set immediately after the first book in the series called ‘The Secret Humankind’. It references a lot from this book and will need to be read to be fully caught up to what’s going on in this book.

After the death of Jake, Julia finds out she can tap into the same energy the Secret Humankind does making so that she heals at a fast pace. This shouldn’t be possible since she is only a human. The council is not happy about this and demands a meeting with her. The council is divided. While some think she should be taken out immediately, others think she should be given a chance. They decide to let Julia be under her boss’ care who is one of the secret humankind. She is given a few stipulations, one of them being she is not to willingly tap into the energy. Julia is an unknown entity to them and they want to find out more about her. The decision doesn’t stop unsanctioned murder attempts. First she has a stalker and now she has to fear for her life. It is never a dull moment.

On top of all that, they still are trying to figure out what and who Jake’s master was. Julia will once again have to put herself in danger to solve the mystery.

I absolutely love Julia. She started out as a pessimistic person with no self worth, to a strong and selfless person forming a life with strong relationships. She never thought she would have friends but here she is with multiple. The author has done an amazing job bringing the characters to life. I also love the whole concept of how the Secret Humankind is made. It is totally unique. Can’t wait to see what the author has up their sleeve next!

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