Unexpected Revival by E L Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is a pleasant surprise. It has twist and turns around each corner. It keeps you intrigued until the very end. This isn’t just another run of the mill sci-fi romance books, it’s really good. It has a great story line with a lot of depth and gets you thinking about a lot of different things.
Unexpected Revival by E L Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This would normally not be a book I would just pick up and read but I am so glad I did! Can you imagine waking up after being in cryogenic stasis for a thousand years? Shannon discovers this new world and expected to provide information, except she can’t remember things and she is full of questions. The characters are absolutely fantastic and the story telling is great. There is enough of everything to keep you turning the pages and interested. Highly Recommend!
Unexpected Revival by E.L. Roux
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I enjoyed it. It was set in a post apocalyptic future where the earth was destroyed and the main character Shannon is awoken from a cryo sleep by an interesting alien male seeking answers she doesn’t have. There are twists and turns, drama, mystery and romance. I thought this book was interesting from the start and I will definitely pick up more by this author in the future!
Happy Reading!
Unexpected Revival by E L Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unexpected Revival by E. L. Roux is the first book in the Revived series. An enthralling post apocalyptiv Sci-fi read that will absolutely snatch your attention and quickly become addicting! I could not get enough of this book, and with it being out of my usual genre, I fell in love with it immediately. The plot of the book itself really hooks you and keeps you asking questions all the way through to the end. I very much look forward to seeing where this author takes this series!
Unexpected Revival by E L Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this book. I don’t normally read science fiction novels but this one caught my eye and sounded interesting so I decided to try it out and I was not disappointed. I really liked the twist in the story and found myself unable to put it down until I finished reading it. I do like stories that are about what the earth will be like in the possible future and I found this story intriguing. The story flows really well and and the author created a vibrant world for me to explore. I look forward to reading more from this author
Unexpected Revival by E L Roux
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I absolutely love reading stories in which certain concepts and themes are brought into new stories with their own twists. This novel was definitely one of them and I enjoyed it from the beginning. Shannon has been frozen for over a thousand years and she has been revived. With such a large gap of years missing, she is full of questions of what has happened to Earth. Certain things are withheld and she’s monitored as she rehabilitates to her new surroundings. Soon after her earthly departure, Earth gets attacked and then years after they start communicating and engaging with aliens who trade with one another. She also becomes acquainted with a male alien, D’lane and her curiosity gets the best of her of learning about him and starts developing feelings for him. Seeing where their relationship grows and coming to terms with many unknowns sums up this story in a nutshell!
Unexpected Revival by E.L. Roux
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I read a book by this author earlier this year, so when I came upon this one, I picked it up immediately. They deliver a compelling narrative that blends high-stakes adventure with rich character development. Shannon is our main character who came out of a cryogenic stasis, finds herself grappling with her forgotten past and looming threat of planetary annihilation. The tension between her and D’lane grows immensely and leaps off the pages. Both characters go through their own evolution, but Shannon’s is my favorite. She goes from a confused and vulnerable figure to a determined protagonist willing to confront her past. The plot twists are well-timed, keeping me on the edge of my seats as alliances shift and the threat of annihilation looms ever closer.
Overall, this was an engaging and thought-provoking read that blends sci-fi romance, adventure, and a touch of mystery. Fans of sci-fi will find themselves eagerly turning the pages, ready to uncover the secrets of the past and fate of the galaxy. I’m excited to see what else this author has in store for us!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Unexpected Revival by E L Roux
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This post apocalyptic romance was an intriguing read for me. Shannon who has been frozen for centuries is thawed out to answer some questions about her involvement in the destruction of Earth. The only problem is she can’t remember anything. She then meets the male alien D’lane and a romance forms between the two. Will Shannon ever get her memories back? Will their romance make it? Find out!
Unexpected Revival by E L Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was good. This is the first book of the series. Shannon was in a cryogenic sleep, then something woke her up. She discovered that Earth has been destroyed. Comes across a male who also happens to be an alien, and she is attracted to him. D’lane has his own mission to needs to complete.
Unexpected Revival by E L Roux
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
It’s an interesting story with unique characters. The flow is pretty smooth. There are a few parts to be smoothed out in the premise of the story but overall it’s okay.
Unexpected Revival by E.L. Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a really good sci-fi romance. The author has done an incredible job of world building really bring world thousands of years in the future to know. Giving the reader a glimpse of what the future may possibly look like.
This does have a romance element between our main character Shannon and alien called D’lane however there is so much more in this story. There are secrets, politics, dangers, and the threat of war against Earth to add to the story.
Shannon has been brought out of a Kyrogenic freeze thousands of years after her death. But why was she brought back? Finding herself in a time that she doesn’t know surrounded by people who aren’t human means Shannon has a lot to deal with. But that’s not all Shannon holds the secrets and information required to stop another attack on Earth but with her memories lost and not reappearing quickly will they be able to get the information they need before it’s too late?
As well as finding love unexpectedly there is also enemies that Shannon isn’t aware existed. Can she survive the new world she finds herself in? And can she Shannon and D’lane work together to save this new world?
I really enjoyed this story. I was captivated from the beginning and I wasn’t able to put it down until I finished. I look forward to reading more from this author
Unexpected Revival by E.L. Roux
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
3 – 3.5 stars
I’ve only read a couple of E. L. Roux’s books, but I like that we get a variety of genres. I really enjoyed “Unrequited Love,” the first book in the Magic and Heartache series, so I decided to explore more of this author’s work. That’s how I came across “Unexpected Revival,” the first book in the Revival series. It’s a sci-fi tale that spans new worlds, enemies, and aliens. This book captured my attention from the beginning and held it throughout.
Shannon finds her world turned upside down when she discovers she died over a millennium ago. This is not her world; her world was destroyed, so there’s that. She doesn’t know who she can trust or anything else about the place, so she has her work cut out for her. Well, that is if they survive.
I won’t give away any spoilers; you’ll just have to read it to discover what happens.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Unexpected Revival by E.L. Roux
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
3 Stars
Unexpected Revival by E.L. Roux is sci-fi romance set in a post-apocalyptic future.
We meet Shannon who has just awoken to unfamiliar surroundings after spending far too long in cryogenic stasis. With the destruction of Earth a millennium ago, and a new threat looming, there are questions that only she can answer, if only she could remember. Throw in an intimidating, yet intriguing alien male, corporate entities, politics, trust factors, high stakes, danger, chemistry, drama, mystery, and tension- and Shannon is about to embark on an epic adventure, as well as finding love against all odds.
Happy Reading…
Thank you, E.L. Roux!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Unexpected Revival by E.L. Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unexpected Revival (Revived Series) by E.L. Roux. This is a Sci-Fi romance that’s about a woman that destroyed the Earth at one point and dying only to be brought back to life by the big wigs to find out how she did it. Shannon would love to tell them but there’s one big problem, she has no idea! When she meets D’lane who is new to her existence and the one she is beginning to rely on more and more. There is also a growing attachment to him that she did not see coming ever! Her goal right now is to save the planet but his is to destroy it. How will they ever get on the same page. Who can Shannon trust when she is not sure at every turn. People and places are not as they seem and she is tired but knows she has to succeed at this mission. When Shannon realizes the only person she can truly trust is D’lane she has to rely on instinct and hopefully they will end up with the same goal in mind. Will Shannon succeed in saving the planet? Read this fast paced Sci Fi Romance to find out!
Unexpected Revival by E L Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
From the minute I read the blurb, this book gave me Demolition Man vibes, which I absolutely loved. The premise of this story was great. Waking up years in the future and having to jump into action made of an exciting story. There was so much packed into this book, it really keeps you hooked from start to finish.
I thought the connection between the characters was great. It was strong from the moment they met and meant you became invested in them. This is a well written story by an author I really enjoy. I would suggest this is a book worth reading.
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Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This is a sweet and endearing story. Jordan works hard at her shop and even though she hurts every time she sees her ex come in with his new love, she cannot seem to tell him not to come in anymore. There is a light though in her days and that is Cane. Jordan never imagined what she could enjoy with Cane and when he comes to her with a proposition Jordan must decide what path she will take. It was nice to see the two find their way. Looking towards the future and away from their pasts. Their story moves at a good pace and shows the magic in love.
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sizzle. Sizzle. I am proud to state that from this day on I am officially a devoted fan of E.L. Roux. This is the first book I have read by them and my oh my it was a fantastic little read.
Jorden gave three years of her life loving a man that one little sip of a special drink had her world crashing down. A year has passed, and the pain still aches inside of her daily as her ex-fiancé Nathan and his new fiancé Tiffany visit her coffee shop daily. Many have asked her out in the time that’s passed but only Cane cracks her façade. Saying yes, she struggles with her internal emotions. She gave her heart away once only for it to be thrown away and she was not afraid that if she tried again and failed, she would forever be alone. Cane needs her help for a vision quest, for their exes Tiffany and Nathan. Giving in everything changes in the blink of an eye. Everything with Cane is easier and without overthinking.
What did Tiffany need to know? Why did Jorden see the answer? What did Cane see? This was a short, sweet read to kick off the month of June and honestly, I need more. I want to know what makes Volur different from Pixies, Nymphs, and other magic casters other than not being in cities much. I cannot wait to read book two, Unrewarded Love, to see more about Perri and Kyla’s story, and where their sparks lead them. Also, sidenote, that spice be extra spicy in this one the buildup and the ceremony missing the big finish was interesting. Overall, an extremely well written novella to fit in a single sitting without realizing you finished it already. This one will consume your time from start to finish.
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unrequited Love (Magic and Heartache Series) by E.L. Roux. This is such a wonderful fantasy romance. Its the story of Jorden who runs the local coffee shop and is just over the break up of her and her boyfriend. Unfortunately her ex has decided to bring his new girl into the shop every day and Jorden is sick of it. There is one person who has made her day better since the break up and that is Cane. She is in heat over him. When he makes her a deal she can’t refuse she thinks its a win/win situation. If the deal includes her being next to Cane more than she is all in. When he wants to create a spell that will see the future of her ex and his new girl, Jorden isn’t so sure she wants to see that but the offer of Cane makes her change her mind. As they spend more time together will Jorden realize she’s completely over her ex and ready to move on or will she realize she’s still in love with the jerk? Cane might just be what she needs to get over that hump. Such a great fantasy romance with a little spice.
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
An enjoyable and engaging fantasy romance which kept me happily turning the pages. This is a fairly quick read as it’s a novella and is set in a world where magical and non-magical people live in harmony. Jordan is a seer who owns a coffee shop where she serves coffee with a special twist, however she’s been in a rut since her boyfriend Nathan dumped her. She now has to watch him with his new fiancé in her coffee shop everyday and it’s suppressing her seer emotions. Then Cane who is grouchy with an awkward smile and curled horns makes her body come alive again. Cane offers her a deal, for her to perform a Wiccan vision quest for Nathan and his fiancé and in return she will have a steamy night wrapped in his muscled arms. I liked the chemistry between Jordan and Cane and also how their relationship developed throughout the story. I felt the magical setting was brought to life through the descriptive narrative and I felt immersed in the story.
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the Magic and Heartache series. This is a short story at only 96 pages long but it was action packed and i loved every part of it.
This is a paranormal romance with a mixture of magical beings and a coffee shop with an added touch of something special in each drink.
One of the owners is Jordan. She loves her coffee shop and how it brings everybody together but there’s one thing she doesn’t like and that’s her ex and his new lover showing up at her work everyday.
As much as she hates to see them she can’t tell them to never return.
There is one person that brightens her day and that is Cane.
When Cane approaches her to help him with a spell to see the future for her ex and his new partner at first Jordan doesn’t want to help. However the more she learns of the ritual, and the opportunity to see more of Cane proves to be the thing that seals the deal.
What happens when they get a more intimate knowledge of each other? Will the spark between them explode into a fire or will it sizzle out? And is Jordan even ready to move on? Will she lose her chance at love again by still being hung up on her ex?
For a short story this packs so much into it and I can’t wait to read more in this series.
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A quick magical story of Jorden and her life as an owner of a magic coffee shop. Jordan has been slighted by her fiancee by a magical charm placed in a drink. She figured she knew the effect it would have but instead it ended a 3 year relationship. She is heartbroken and having a hard time getting over the relationship because he and his new fiancee come into the coffee shop daily. Her friends keep telling her to ban them so she can heal. She keeps denying their prodding.
Life takes a turn when a customer and friend Cane asks Jorden to help with a spell. Is she ready for what the spell entails? Read this cute short story to find out.
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Sometimes all I need is a good novella, although at times I did wish the book would have gone on longer.. Jordan’s ex irritated me, why constantly show up at your ex girlfriend’s place of work, especially with your new fiancé? What was he trying to do here? Jordan is trying to get over her past and move forward and they just keep showing up! I love Cane, I love Cane and Jordan together even more! This story is so fun with the world they live in, and watching Cane and Jordan’s relationship build and progress made it more so. The steamy scenes were fantastic. I hope to see more of them in the future and look forward to reading about Perri!
It’s always hard to try and get over a heartbreak but sometimes it opens your eyes so you can see what is right in front of you. Jorden and Cane are such a cute pair. If you have a couple of hours grab this book!
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Unrequited Love is Book 1 in the Magic and Heartache series and I really enjoyed this story of Jorden and Cane. This fantasy romance gave me what I love with magic, charms, a little bit of drama and romance. The connection between Jorden and Cane is truly undeniable. While this was more of a short story….I am already looking forward to reading the next book and would love to know the characters even more…I am already intrigued.
Jorden runs a local coffee shop with her friend Perri, but unfortunately Jorden’s ex always has to make it a point to continue to be a customer with his new girlfriend. Jorden is over her past, knowing her ex was no longer in love with her….Cane peaks her interest. With the banter and definite spark between them, what can happen when Cane approaches Jorden to partake in a spell that forsee’s the future… spark and sizzle happens….
This is a great story and looking forward to more from this author. <3
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I am giving this book 4.5 stars. I really enjoyed reading the first book in this series. It is a good starting point for the whole series. It is a really quick read, a little short. I am giving it 4.5 stars because I feel the author could have gone further with the story line and the characters to make it seems not so rushed. That being said, this is a very good book. It was a great easy read in one day. All the elements are there for it to be an amazing series based off of the start of this book. The mythical world that the author creates really does give the reader a great visualization of where this story takes place. The romance and steam in this book are tastefully done and the story line itself isn’t based just around those elements in the book. I just wanted more and maybe that is what is going to happen with the other books in the series. It did feel a little rushed in the middle of the book, like the author was trying to keep the book at a certain word length or page length. I would have liked to go more in depth but again, this might be fixed in the next book in the series. Either way, it is a good read and I did get caught up in the story which is always the goal. I look forward to reading the rest of the series because it is a great start. Highly recommend to anyone who wants a quick supernatural escape and a book they can finish in a day.
Reviewed by: @bbohls
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unrequited Love is a cute supernatural romance. The author gives the reader a brief overview of the characters, though the development is a little rushed. Overall I thought it was a good story despite the minor forced scenarios.
Jordan, a “Cafe owner” gets annoyed that her ex-fiancé is bugging her every day and blaming her for it. Jordan isn’t quite human which leads to her sensitive things not always being cut and dry. When Cane approaches her with a proposition. He needs her to help with a ceremony, unfortunately for Jordan, it’s the woman that’s currently with her ex. Jordan has some reservations but ultimately accepts his request. Now can they keep it professional.
Jordan is beginning to realize that Cane is a good looking man. One she’s been silently pining for.
Will they be successful?
Will they acknowledge the elephant in the room?
Again this is a short story that leaves the reader wanting more for these characters as well as more throughout. I enjoyed the dynamic but I wanted more. I look forward to more by this author in the future.
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a cool story. It’s supernatural and a coffee shop. That makes it fun for me. It’s a short novella that is fast, romantic and exciting. It’s the first of the series and I enjoyed. It’s a quick read with unique characters that really come out in the story. I can’t wait to see what book 2 brings. I couldn’t book this book down. I’m glad it was short because I devoured it quickly. It’s a must read!
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Unrequited Love is a sexy, sweet, short novella. Jorden is still trying to get over her ex, but it has been hard since he comes in everyday to her coffee shop with his new fiancé. Cane asks her to perform a ritual that involves them touching skin to skin. Will Jorden join Cane in this ritual to determine if her ex’s fiancé can have children together?! Why does Cane insist that it has to be her? If you would like to try a taste of supernatural romance (that is not vampires and werewolves) it is worth the read. I enjoyed every page of this novella; my only complaint is how short it is. I want more! I feel with more volume added to the story the characters would be more fleshed out, but they do show significant growth in the short number of pages we are given. Overall, it is worth the read and can be finished in one sitting.
Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
3.5 Stars
Unrequited Love is the first book in the Magic and Heartache series by E.L. Roux. This book captured my attention from the moment I laid eyes on the cover- and then the blurb sealed the deal for me. I could do with a charmed coffee or 100 in my life right about now…
Jordan and her friend and business partner, Perri, operate The Top Up coffee shop and café, providing delicious morsels and charmed beverages to humans and paranormals alike. Business is booming and everything should be coming up roses, except that her ex, Nathan and his new fiancée Tiffany, seem to pop up everywhere. Urghh, can’t a girl get a break. Cane is one of her most frequent customers, so when he makes a strange request, begging for her help to do a vision quest, Jordan can’t help but say yes…. Even though it will benefit her ex and his fiancée. But the promise of ‘seeing more’ of Cane is simply too irresistible to refuse. What happens once the ritual starts? Will the simmering embers between Jordan and Cane ignite, or will they fizzle and burn out? No spoilers from me, so you will just have to read the story for yourself to discover how everything plays out in the end…
This is a short, sweet, novella length (96pages) romantasy/paranormal romance- with charms, magic, paranormal beings, chemistry, spice, humour, and fun.
A cute story, but I wish it had been a little longer, and more ‘fleshed out’ so we got more of the characters background info, magic lore, world-building, and tension. As it was things did seem a little rushed towards the end- but overall it was sweet…
The next book ‘Unrewarded Love’ (Book #2) is Perri and Kyla’s story (whom we both meet here)- and from what we get to know of them here, the sparks are set to fly.
Happy Reading…
Thank you, E.L. Roux!
Reviewed by @angelahayes