In The Arms Of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance by Gaia B. Amman Five Stars
In The Arms Of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance is the second book in the Antiheroes series by Gaia B. Amman. Ms. Amman is one of my go to authors and when this book popped up I couldn’t wait to read it. This book had me hooked from the very first page. I couldn’t put it down and finished it in one sitting. This book is sci-fi and romance rolled into one.
Tasha and Josh are the main characters. They have great chemistry and are highly entertaining to read about. I felt myself wanting to read more to find out what would happen next and to slow down and savor it. You know which one won out.
If you like Sci-Fi and Romance this is the perfect book for you! This book can be reed as a standalone, but I recommend you read the first book in the series first. Review by @sunbarn
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In The Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance (Antiheroes Series Book 2) by Gaia B Amman was a romantic mysterious read. I loved the intricate plot, I felt like I was really on my toes while reading it. I loved Tasha from the get go, so is so grounded in her way of life that you can’t wait to see her develop. Josh got off on my bad side but overtime grew on me. I enjoyed the pacing and the story telling was just fantastic. I felt all the emotions at the right time.
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5 Star In The Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance (Antiheroes Series Book 2) by Gaia B Amman
In The Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance is the second book in the Antiheroes series by Gaia B Amman. I loved this book and found myself unable to put it down till I finished. I’ve read several other books by this Author but I think this one is my favorite. This book literally had a little bit of everything from suspense, mystery, romance, drama and mythology . Tasha Josh when together have a very strong chemistry but neither one of them is looking for anything serious. Find out what happens next in absolute must read. You won’t be disappointed I promise. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.
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In the Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance (Antiheroes Book 2) by Gaia B Amman
This book had me hooked from the beginning. This book is different from any book I have read and I enjoyed every minute of it. This story has so many great things such as romance, mystery, suspense, drama, and deals with some hard and sensitive subjects. There is some great chemistry between Josh and Tasha but neither one of them are looking for anything serious. I have read other books by this author and I have enjoyed every book so I knew this one would be just as great. The author writes with such detail that you feel like you’re in the story. I highly recommend this book.
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I have to say In The Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance (Antiheroes Series Book 2) by Gaia B Amman was not quite what I expected. That is not a bad thing I’m just saying it wasn’t exactly what I expected. It read like a mystery book all the way through it and I was trying desperately to figure it out before I got to the end. Needless to say, it didn’t end the way that I planned. However, the characters are very interesting, and their interactions are all solid. I think the thing that I like best about this book was the interactions between the characters. So much misreading of intention, so much fear of being clear about how you feel. The fear of rejection, the fear of commitment. But isn’t that what we are all made of. Watching Tasha and Josh come to grips with their feelings was quite the roller-coaster. I especially liked the historical notes at the end.
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In the Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance (Antiheroes Book 2) by Gaia B. Amman 4 Stars!!!!
Man I was just hooked from the first chapter. I have read other books by this author and again I was not let down. I really like how the characters just really come together and that there is just the right amount of drama to fill out with the romance and that they compliment one another.
I really like how the chemistry between Josh and Tasha unfolds. I really like the complexity of things within the story as this just adds to everything. I really like the use of Native American culture lore. I really like how the author is able to bring a creative use of it that both is respectful and adds to the story. I really look forward to reading more from this author in the future.
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In the Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance (Antiheroes #2) by Gaia B. Amman
This is the first book in the Antiheroes Series and I really enjoyed reading this. Gaia knows how to grab a reader’s attention and keep it. I had a hard time putting the book down.
Tasha, has a PhD and is a chemist, doesn’t do love. She has her heart on lock down, but something in her dreams makes her want to let down her guard. She goes looking for help, but finds herself in trouble. The quote I choose for Tasha is: “What if Hazel Eyes has been around for a while? I mean, I’ve had several true dreams—”
Josh, a dream walker, finds himself helping Tasha. He wants more from her, but doesn’t know she feels the same. Things are hard for him after something happens between them. The quote I choose for Josh is: “Tasha, I have major concerns about Kai. Astral projection into reality is rare—”
I highly recommend this to anyone who loves a good page turner. Gaia is quite the author who paints an amazing world. I wanted to step into the book and not come out. I can’t wait for the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Kimblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Kimble2020-08-02 12:04:012020-08-02 12:16:53In the Arms of Morpheus: A Spectulative Romance by Gaia B. Amman – Review by Amanda Kimble
I have really grown to like the works of Gaia B Amman, and when I saw this second book in the Antiheroes was available I knew I needed to check it out. The way that she approaches the sci-fi aspects make it seem realistic, as if I am transported into this very possible alternate world that could happen and feels so real. It makes me feel as if I have embarked on an adventure by the time I finish one of her novels. This one was no different.
We follow Tasha and Josh in this book, and boy do they have quite the adventure together. I won’t divulge details but I would read book one to get a feel for how things are going into this one. It is one that will keep you on the edge of your seat waiting to find out how these two will come out in the end. I am looking forward to getting my hands on the next one and taking another reprieve into a new world and adventure.
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This is a very descriptive book that grips you with the way Tasha dreams and in such detail. The way the author approaches the subjects of dreams and it’s so beautifully written by the author. You can’t help but want to save Tasha from the grips of these dreams and the bigot boss in them but there is a hold that won’t let loose. I loved that about this book because it’s so emotionally driven as well. These characters are lovable, their stories entwined is intense; such intensity that it seems scary, twisted but mysterious, original and entertaining. The truth is this is so much of a page turner and very easy to read.
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Some books take several pages to get me hooked, this one got me right away. The way Gaia B Amman writes this romance/mythical/suspenseful tale makes you realize that it’s getting better as you read it. The characters are wonderful, smart, independent, and complex all at the same time. Tasha and Josh’s relationship is very relatable which gets you to connect to the story even more. Ms. Amman is a new author I will be adding to my list to follow. Can’t wait to read some of her other books soon.
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In the Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance (Antiheroes Book 2) by Gaia B. Amman. Once again this author has a way with words that hooks me from beginning to end. This story was no less amazing than all the rest I’ve read. The characters pull you into their world and you can easily feel the connection to them and their story. This may be on the shorter side of a story but that didn’t hinder and of the importance of the impact I felt from it. The author writes in a way that you feel everything the characters are. It’s a well developed storyline and I loved every minute I spent lost in the pages. Four stars and highly recommended!
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Gaia B Amman she is a go-to author of mine and having read all her previous book I knew that her incredible writing style would once again captivate me with this book. This is an easy to read book with an effortless storyline, that has adventure, romance, twists and turns and it’s them that make this read vivid and real and really makes you believe you are there alongside the characters. I loved following Josh & Tasha’s story, they were relatable & real and they had amazing chemistry that kept me wanting more. I can’t wait to read more by this author to see what she brings next!
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In The Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance by Gaia B Amman is the second book in the Antiheroes Series. This is a relatively short book but delivers a punch. I will not tell anything concerning the plot because there is nothing worse than having a book ruined. The story combines speculative fiction, mythology, and more. I have read many of Ms. Amman’s books and this does not disappoint. She is able to spin a story which is completely convincing and realistic despite the fantastical elements. The characters in this book are full of depth and help make this an interesting and intriguing story. I am always excited to read a new book by this author and this did not disappoint. I look forward to the next of this series.
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This was a good love story with loads of twists and turns which doesn’t give it a predictable plot for a romance.
When Tasha starts getting weird dreams and develops feelings for a guy in them she contacts Josh to help her solve the puzzle of who this guy is.
As a scientist Tasha cant understand why these aren’t just dreams and how it can include dream worlds as well as reality. With the help of Josh they delve into her dreams to unravel the mystery.
Both her and Josh dont do relationships but as their feelings grow can they learn to be together or will one of them end up broken hearted and what role does Tasha dream guy play?
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In the Arms of Morpheus, a Speculative Romance (Antiheroes, #2) by Gaia B. Amman was a great 5 star read. I was once again pulled in by this author’s writing and couldn’t put it down.
This is Tasha and Josh’s story and it was great. Their chemistry came off the pages, their story has danger, romance and so much more. As the story develops we get twists and turns with a few secrets thrown in for good measure.
What will happen when Tasha’s secret comes out?
Overall this was a great book that I don’t want to give anything away in my review. You will have to read for yourselves to see how great it is. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. The author’s writing takes you to another world and makes you feel like you’re in the story with the characters. If you’re looking for a sci-fi with romance, adventure and so much more I highly recommend you read this book and series.
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Amman always creates a thought provoking work and this book is certainly no exception. A work of fiction filled with a romantic element, with a touch of fantasy and science fiction thrown in for good measure. This work will leave you engaged and intrigued by the tale that is woven. The human dynamic is never shied away from and I love the way Amman is able to create interesting personal development and relationships. A very good book and one I will recommend to others gladly.
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This story is a romance but so much more. There is a mythological science-fiction feel to the story. Once I started reading the book, I did not realize how personally involved I would become in this story. The story is thought-provoking because of the different elements. The characters are complex and complicated and make the story fun. Tasha and Josh have a relationship that goes and back and forth. There is drama, danger, chemistry, and suspense which makes this story interesting and a fun read. The story moves fast and keeps getting more interesting as it moves along. I will warn you to read between the lines to add depths to the story. I highly recommend this story for you to see what happens between Tash and Josh.
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In the Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance (Antiheroes Book 2) by Gaia B. Amman is a thought provoking and mysterious read. It is an interesting, gripping and original tale that has sci fi aspects to it. The story is well written, and it is easy to be drawn to these complex characters. As usual with Gaia’s stories there is a lot more to the characters and the story that she slowly reveals like peeling back an onion. She is also not one for shying away from taboo topics, sensitive topics and issues and she doesn’t disappoint in this story.
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In The Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance by Gaia B Amman is the Antiheros Book 2. This book is an interesting and gripping story that will have you hooked from start to finish. Having read previous books by this author I knew to expect a thrilling story and I was not disappointed. This book is an original story with such strong and engaging characters. I loved the relationship between them and what it stemmed from. It was such an intriguing connection between them and I couldn’t but be drawn into them. The story was very well written. The author knew just how to keep it interesting without trying too hard. The story was developed perfectly and was such a good book to read. This author is always one I would recommend and this book definitely needs to be added to your library!
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In the Arms of Morpheus, a Speculative Romanceis the second book in the Antiheroes seriesby Gaia B. Amman. When this book showed up on my recommended book list, it immediately grabbed my attention with the dramatic and intriguing cover, as well as the interesting title. I have read all of Ms. Amman’s books, so I knew it would be good- of course I let my fingers do a little one- clicking, then dove right in. This is such a thought provoking and engrossing story full of sci-fi elements, emotion, chemistry, spice, history, mythology, mysteriousness, suspense, drama, danger, secrets, sensitive issues, social + political commentary and messages – as well as other hot topics; and the complex and multidimensional characters I have now come to expect from Ms. Amman. There is a definite mysteriousness about the story- and I quickly realised that there was quite a lot more to the storyline, and characters than first appeared. But I would expect nothing less from such a creative mind such as Gaia B. Amman. I don’t want to give anything away- so I won’t go into the plot here- except to say that I think it is one of those stories that you are better off diving into a little ‘blind’- the blurb gives enough information to whet your appetite. So, if you love thought-provoking originality in your stories- woven with mythological elements, sci-fi, and sizzling romance, then you won’t want to miss out on reading this book! This is definitely my favourite book of Ms. Amman’s, to date- and I am looking forward to seeing what she does next.
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I have been really fortunate to have read a few books by this author now, I absolutely love her work. Her writing is a true pleasure to read and I find that it never takes me long to read one her wonderfully detailed stories. I really enjoyed the first book in this series so I couldn’t wait for this one and it didn’t disappoint. Again I was transported into a science fiction type mythology world. I really liked the characters Tasha and Josh – they were likeable and I liked the connection that they had with each other. They had a nice chemistry between them that felt genuine. As I’ve come to expect from this author the story was richly detailed and I could easily imagine what I was reading.
As always I 100% recommend this author – her writing is fantastic and In the Arms of Morpheus was no exception.
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I enjoyed this book. This is an author that I have been impressed with her writing style and skills from the first book that I have read. This book is no different. She brings the story to life and makes it easy to read. The characters are well developed and really made the story for me. This is one of my favorites by this author as I am sure it will be yours too. This is a romance story between Tasha and Josh. I loved their characters, I felt part of their story. They are strong, relatable and connectable. Their chemistry is great and kept me turning pages fast. This is a shorter story and it brings heat and adventure, you don’t want to miss this one. I highly recommend their story and this author.
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In The Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance (Antiheroes Series Book 2) By Gaia B Amman 5 out of 5 stars
The story In The Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance (Antiheroes Series Book 2) by Gaia B Amman is a book I enjoyed reading. The story has a science fiction feel to it as well as mixing in mythology. It is a book that pulled me in from the beginning and I was hooked. I loved reading about the characters of Tasha and Josh. When they are together there is strong chemistry between them. I grew to care about them with every chapter that I read. There is a push and pull that goes on between them that had me wondering how everything would turn out for them. There are other additional characters that I enjoyed reading about the part that they play in the book. The story includes danger, dream walking, and romance. I found myself turning pages to find out what happens next. Don’t miss out on an exciting and entertaining book that you won’t want to put down until the final chapter. I highly recommend reading it.
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Tasha is a chemist and knows better than to believe her heart’s delusions, more so when her professional life becomes hell thanks to the tantrums of a bigot boss. Yet, she cannot ignore the unfathomable connection with the oneiric stranger…who might now be in danger.
Her anger and desire are reaching a critical point.
Who can help her?
Can all wrongs be righted?
Josh is Seneca and a dreamwalker who can navigate and bend dreams at will. When Tasha, befuddled, reaches out, he won’t believe the willful woman with the pink-tipped afro, but then something incredible happens…
Now Josh has his own agenda. So does the bigot boss.
The sizzling chemistry between Tasha and Josh complicates things further.
Can she trust him with the secret that’s been weighing on her for years?
You will love this emotional, sizzling romance because it’s an empowering escape rooted in history and mythology.
Gaia B. Amman was born and raised in Italy. She moved to the United States in her twenties to pursue her PhD in molecular oncology. She’s currently an associate professor of biology and the chair of the Biology and Mathematics Department at D’Youville College in Buffalo, New York, where she was voted Professor of the Month by her students and rewarded by her peers for her innovative course designs. Her research and commentaries have been published in prestigious, international, peer-reviewed journals, including Nature.
A bookworm from birth, she wrote throughout her childhood and won two short story competitions in Italy in her teens. Fluent in four languages, Gaia is an avid traveler, and many of her adventures are an inspiration for her fiction. Mostly she is passionate about people and the struggles they face to embrace life. Her highest hope is to reach and help as many as she can through her writing and her teaching. She authored the sci-fi fantasy Antihero series, which includes Linked and In the Arms of Morpheus, as well as The Italian Saga, which presently includes eight novels. The books, while ostensibly light-hearted and funny, deal with issues like sexuality, divorce, addiction, mental illness, abuse, personal growth, and self-discovery.
Among Amman’s favorite authors are J.K. Rowling, Jandy Nelson, Neil Gaiman, Kristin Cashore, Chuck Palahniuk, Kurt Vonnegut, J.R.R. Tolkien, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, and many others.
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This is the fifth book in the Italian saga, and can be a standalone read, but I have loved following Leda as she’s grown up. I love the setting in landscapes of Italy, including Milan, Padua, and Garda Lake, but I also love the introduction of new and old characters and how Leda’s relationships with them are still so complicated, even as she starts her biotechnology major in college. I related to Leda so much in this book, being an undergrad university student myself. Leda is such a layered female character who’s learning about life and love as she goes along. There’s some gorgeous writing in this one. I enjoyed this more than previous books in this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Netania Limhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNetania Lim2020-05-18 01:31:182020-05-18 05:28:45Finding Leda; the Science of Happiness (Italian College Novel 1, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B Amman – Review by Netania Lim
Finding Leda: The Science of Happiness is the first book in the Italian College series, part of Gaia B. Amman’s The Italian Saga. The saga follows Leda from childhood to adulthood, through relationships and friendships, studies and travels as she grows up. In Finding Leda, we see Leda starting college to study Biotech. Determined to move on from a bad relationship, Leda welcomes a fresh start. Her social group at college is determined more by her carpool group and choice of seat on the first day than anything else, leading to an interesting mismatched group. She gets a blast from the past when she finds that Claudio, a boy she went to middle school with, is now two years ahead of her and, somehow, less evil than she remembered. In this series, I particularly like the characters who are always there, in the background. Boyfriends come and go, but people like Starry, Leda’s mum, and Lexi, her best friend, are always ready to come back on the scene when Leda needs them. It’s interesting seeing their relationships develop. Another thing I particularly like in this book is seeing Leda muddling her way through the sciences, as someone who had previously mostly studied literature. Having already read some of the later books, when Leda seems pretty confident as a scientist, seeing her struggling to get to grips with a whole host of ideas and processes is interesting (and not just because I learnt a lot about science on the way!) For me, this is a four star book. I’m enjoying the series, and would recommend it to fans of coming-of-age stories that span a long duration (I feel like I bring up Adrian Mole every time I review one of Amman’s books but seriously, if you liked Adrian Mole and feel like Adrian could have been a bit more female and Italian, you’ll love this).
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Francis O'Sullivanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFrancis O'Sullivan2020-05-16 08:43:462020-05-16 15:02:20Finding Leda; the Science of Happiness (Italian College Novel 1, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B Amman – Review by Francis O’Sullivan
Finding Leda: The Science of Happiness (Italian College novel 1, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B. Amman 4 Stars!!!!
This is the second book by this author I have read and I again was not able to put it down. This book moves on from high school and moves onto college. The author has a very unique way to bring the reader into the Leda’s world as it starts to evolve. I really liked how the author was able to make this story realistic.
Leda really is such a great character and this book is a very good example of youth and how we all have to really find ourselves. There is so much of a mix of emotions and dramas happening to Leda. This makes her so realistic and makes it so one can see themselves within the character. This really is a continuance of a coming of age story. We all have to find ourselves and throughout our lives we might have to reconnect and find ourselves again. This story is just a great read and I will definitely read more from this author and this series.
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Finding Leda is a fantastic young adult, coming-of-age story by Gaia B. Amman. Having read the 2 books which told of Leda Balni’s story in high school in 1990’s Italy, it was great to then catch up with Leda a few years later at college. To fully understand Leda and her past I’d suggest you read Forget Nico and Sex-O-S before reading this book. Having had a hard time at high school, being a bit different from her friends in that she was serious about studying and enjoyed literature, and also suffering from an eating disorder, it was great to see Leda still full of fight and spirit. I really enjoyed being taken on the journey that is the next few years of Leda’s life, this time at college. Having had poor experiences with men previously, Leda was not looking for love at college and yet she found it in a place she would never have thought. Her adversary from school who she referred to as Evil Centi is at the same university (only he is 2 years ahead) and when he offers to help her with Chemistry, let’s just say that chemistry of a different type starts to flow. If you enjoy great story with a good deal of angst thrown in then I’m sure you would love to read Leda’s story. I for one look forward to seeing what Leda gets up to next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Karyn Taylorhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaryn Taylor2020-05-15 13:34:092020-05-15 15:08:34Finding Leda; the Science of Happiness (Italian College Novel 1, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B Amman – Review by Karyn Taylor
Finding Leda: The Science of Happiness is book 1 in the Italian College series by Gaia B Amman which is a young adult story. This follows Leda in her college years, and it will put you on an emotional rollercoaster. She does not have time for romance but then Sergio comes back around, what will happen between these two characters? I love these books since I started reading this series, I can’t wait to read more. They are entertaining and will hook you into the story from the first few pages . You cannot go wrong reading this book!
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Finding Leda: The Science of Happiness (Italian College novel 1, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B Amman
I absolutely loved reading this book. In this book Leda is in college and trying to find out what truly makes her happy. She is trying new things and is making sure she keeps up with her studies. Sergio has come back into the picture and Leda is trying to find balance so she doesn’t lose herself, what will happen if anything between these two? The things that her and her friends go through at this age is very relatable and I couldn’t help but be pulled into this story. The author’s writing is exceptional and keeps me wanting more. I have loved every book that I have read by this author and this one is no different. I had a very hard time putting this book down because I needed to know what was going to happen. I have enjoyed watching Leda grow up and all the people that have come and gone from her life. I can’t wait to read the next one. I highly recommend this book
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