The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
An awesome way to continue the series. The author did an amazing job with the characters, settings, and plot of the book. I was mesmerized once again. I am a fan of the author’s writing style. It grips you from the first page. I highly recommend this book.
The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Traveler: Book 3 is the third book in The Traveler series. I’d highly recommend reading the books in order to get to know Harry and Tristan from the start of their relationship, and hear more of Harry’s backstory.
This is an enjoyable and original speculative fiction series. Harry is a unique creature who has been around, in some form or another, for a very long time and observed much of human history. He is intelligent and powerful but also vulnerable and must occasionally undergo a long period of stasis which leaves him with a new form.
In book 3, Harry is just emerging from stasis so we see him adapting to the changes he has undergone, and Tristan and Elena adapting to having Harry back in their lives again. And, of course, it’s not long before there’s new trouble and danger they need to get themselves out of…
This book gets five stars from me! I’d recommend it to fans of comedy sci-fi/fantasy with familiar domestic settings. The whole series is an entertaining and thought-provoking read!
Operation Escape by Landra Graf
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
4.5 Stars
Operation Escape is the second book in the Space Force Rejects series by Landra Graf. It is a fantastically immersive sci-fi romance- a real rollicking space adventure with plenty of action, danger, drama, intrigue, suspense, mystery, alien races, forced proximity/bonds, chemistry, connection, science experiments, tension, choices, challenges, agendas, politics, violence, fated mates, and an escape mission.
When it comes to sci-fi romance, Landra Graf is definitely one of my go-to authors as she always delivers a riveting reading experience, crafting her stories with incredible world-building, intriguing storylines, and quirky interesting characters.
What happens when you throw a pansexual ex-military modified MC together with a greenhorn nerdy heroine who is on a desperate quest to track down her missing uncle. The supposedly simple mission goes awry when they find themselves ambushed and trapped on a penal planet, with a very large target on their back. Yep, you guessed it- things are going to get a little intense. They are going to have to come up with a new plan, and think on their feet, if they have any chance of making it out alive. Let the adventures begin…
Another great read- Bring on Book #3!
Happy Reading…
Thank you, Landra Graf!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Operation Escape by Landra Graf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book of the Space Force Rejects series and absolutely delivers! Loyalties are tested, new bonds are formed and soul mates activated. The story is a unique sci-fi tale with fated lovers line. The novel is unique and a page turner. If you loved the first book, the second one will not disappoint.
Operation Escape by Landra Graf
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second book I have read by the talented Landra Graf, the first being Operation Pinpoint which is the first book in the Space Force Rejects series. At first, I was slightly disappointed that this book didn’t pick up where the first one left off as it was a cliffhanger, but I quickly swallowed those words as the world became more complex. Told from two perspectives once again you get a bigger understanding of the original plot of book one and learn more about the Space Force and how terrible they are. Book one does not have to be read to understand this book.
Sera is the daughter of the head of the Space Force, but she was deemed a failure by him due to her small size and he ordered her the termination of her. Uncle Garsett (Dr. Garsett in the first book) is the person who saved her and raised her. He was the only person to believe in her and now three months after his disappearance she finally can search for him herself. Markus Engle, once Captain in the Space Force Special Ops, and a talented pilot is the only person that she can trust now. While raising her, her uncle told her repeatedly that in case of an emergency to find Captain Markus Engle he can help and will protect you. Blindsiding him, Markus is obligated to help her, if he refuses the bond her uncle forced on him will cause him physical pain. During their mission, they both constantly fight the bond that he knows about, but she is clueless as to what is happening to her and why she has such an intense magnetic pull to this man she has just met. Quickly her carefully planned mission is flipped on its head when her informant steals their ship and leaves her and Markus stranded on Earth, the prison planet with no way to escape. With the help of Paavo (Hirudian), Cy (Levian) and Haylee (splice, human robot hybrid), Markus has no choice but to try and give trust before it is earned to ensure that Sera survives and makes it off the prison planet alive.
How can Sera be such a menace and yet so innocent and naïve? Can all five of them trust each other to make it off the planet alive? Is this bond truly pheromones only or is it deeper, is it more? The world the author created in the first book is filled in more with this book, leading to more adventures and deeper bonds formed over time. Nothing is given, everything must be earned. Reading about the characters overcoming the obstacles placed in their way while growing closer makes you route for them from start to finish. I cannot wait for book three to learn more about this amazing world and characters.
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was like X-Men revisited. Evil mastermind, mutants, bullies, paranormal, sci-fi elements, everything a teen adventure ought to have. Teenager Noah had plans for summer, he had his hopes on a summer program which will shape his future. But all the plans crash when the city is over run with mutants, who are on the path of destruction. To stop these monsters, Noah has to get to the bottom of the mystery and find out the larger hand at play which is causing the destruction.
The book is very engaging from beginning to end, the storylines are well thought of and the characters well rounded. I enjoyed this book thoroughly.
Sera Kain must find out what happened to her uncle, the only human being who ever had given a damn about her. With the limited conditions of her physic not much can be achieved, but her mind is and always will be the best of her assets, she just needs the help of a warrior, and she knows exactly who he is.
Markus Engle quit the space force for all the corruption and discrimination that the place provoked to the entire universe, but his past will follow him to the ends of the galaxy.
The story of humans literally made for each other based on the science of another race, bound to be mates against all odds. Their adventure will take them back to the place where humans were created, the Earth. Danger and romance combined to create a place where the opposites complement each other just the right amount.
Operation Escape by Landra Graf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Sera and Markus, I love this pair. I don’t like you but I’ll kind of trust you. She needs a pilot and gets him to help her rescue her Uncle. I found this story to be entertain and fast paced. Lots of new characters to meet and grow fond of (or you might not). I kind of like them. The action is fast and the adventures keep coming. These two grow on each other. I enjoy this author’s writing. She’s very engaging and keeps you wanting more. This is book 2 of the series and I find that I can’t wait for book 3. I shall be eagerly awaiting.
The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan. This is not my favorite genre but reading this series has changed my thinking on sci fi. I truly have loved this series. I do believe you need to read these books in order to fully understand and enjoy all the different facets. Harry is a “Traveler”, which is someone who has traveled many places and taken on many beings. In this book we find Harry as a Asian Mantis and he’s trying to find his way back to Tristan. Harry remembers every place he’s been and all the things he’s been so he uses all that information to help him daily. Wanting to find Tristan’s garden {his happy place} so that he can plan on what to do next he finds himself again in grave danger. Will Harry make it thru this being or will this be the last being he has become? This book is full of time travel, mystery, suspense and sci fi. Do yourself a favor and read this series today!
Operation Escape by Landra Graf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
4 stars
Operation Escape is the second book in the Space Force Rejects series. It is a unique and original sci-fi tale with fated mate’s trope. Make sure to read the first book in the series and the characters are intertwined.
This adventure story has a bit of everything that lovers of sci fi will enjoy. With experiments, altered DNA, tested loyalties, forced bonds, new alliances, lies and secrets you will not know who to trust and much more.
The characters are an interesting mob with a pansexual hero, a heroine who is a little naïve and out of her depth, and a ragtag crew of humanoid aliens and science experiments. It is easy to imagine this journey with these lovable quirky characters that Landra gave life to.
What should have been a simple mission leaves Sera and Markus fighting for their lives on an unknown and hostile planet.
This new world is full of action, danger, adventure with a little push and pull romance and is a story that should not be missed.
If you enjoy this sci fi or even if you don’t, give it a go.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Sera Kain has a mission, one she can’t complete with a pilot. Using her background as a logistics and data controller, she’s found the one man that might be willing to help her find her missing uncle with a little incentive.
Markus Engle resigned from military life to escape the destruction left by human expansion through the universe. He wants only a life of leisure and enjoyment on the pleasure planet of Kafgar. When Sera walks through the door of his business everything changes because he can’t tell her no. Not when her scent activates the military DNA modifications that make denying her impossible.
It’s a simple rescue mission on the prison planet, Earth, with Sera guiding the way. Only the snatch-n-save turns into an ambush and the pair find themselves trapped without a ship and no way out. To escape alliances will need to be formed and bargains made with the worst Space Force has encountered. For Markus and Sera, their future is fated, but making it off Earth alive to enjoy it will be damn near impossible.
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Landra Graf has always been a sucker for stories where true love conquers all. She believes in the inspiration and joy the written word can bring. Add in her personal mottos of ‘whatever it takes’ and ‘better to be busy than bored’ and she’s two steps from overload. She writes romance with the goal of granting happily ever afters to everyone, fiction or not.
When not writing, readers can find Landra reviewing books, cooking up a storm, deeply immersed in a mad game of Scrabble or Rummy variation, and searching for moments to laugh and smile through it all.
She lives in the wilds of Northwest Arkansas with her partner and two children.
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5/5
This was such a fun read! As an adult, I thoroughly enjoyed this read. It kept my attention and I felt like I was easily immersed in this world. The written was done excellently and I didn’t feel like it was too immature for someone older to read, as I have with other YA reads. This is something someone who’s 10 can enjoy as well as someone who is 30. I highly recommend this book and this author.
The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
It was lovely to read this book and connect with the characters again. This the third book in the series and they are all so good. I am really enjoying watching the development of the characters over thr series, learning more about them each time. The author has a really interest and thought provoking writing style. Thrbstorybseems to flow effortlessly and keeps you.attention with ease.
I thought this book was a great addition to the series. I enjoyed watching everything unfold and couldn’t wait to read more. I sm looking forward to the next instalment.
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a fun read! It was entertaining and sucked me in from page one! I actually read it through in one night and then read it again with my girls the next. We all laughed out loud and were completely absorbed in the story. I have never read anything by Brittany Tucker previously, but would certainly read anything she writes including the rest of this series.
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was an enjoyable read that can be a good time for readers of all ages. We read it as a bedtime story for the tiny humans in one night. Both enjoyed it and kept asking for just one more chapter before bed until we finished the story.
The story starts with a bang that sucks you in from page one. Noah is a twelve year old child whose life is anything but super. Bullies at school, a dad with a low paying job, and a pandemic. A pandemic in which both people and animals are getting super powers. One his dad is sent out to work in. His summer turns into a wayward adventure with some new friends. Will Noah and friends solve the puzzle and uncover the truth to this pandemic before summer ends?
Looking for a book that can bring all ages together in enjoyment. Then this is absolutely the book for you! We cannot wait to continue on with this series.
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Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Noah’s Not So Super Summer is a fun children’s, early teen chapter book. It shares so much imagination. A great book for boys or girls and food for their growing minds. Follow Noah through his summer working as a volunteer with his dad; giant rats and more.
Noah’s Not So Super Summer: A Super Series–Book 1 by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Brilliant YA superhero fantasy
I loved this book. Noah is an awesome MC and so relatable. The author’s take on Supers is fascinating and her writing style is engaging. The storyline sucked me in – the Supers, their powers, the mystery surrounding the mutants and the science – I was left wanting more at the end. Can’t wait to see where the author takes Noah next. Highly recommend.
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
4.5 Stars
Noah’s Not So Super Summer is the first book in A Super Series by Britany Tucker. It’s such a fun book that had me entirely engrossed right from the get-go. Ms. Tucker has again proven a knack for weaving intriguing stories that pull you in and hold your attention right through till the end. Her storylines are clever and fun, while her characters are dynamic and well-developed, making for a great read.
Noah had plans for his summer, pinning all his hopes on a summer program that he hopes will shape his future. But all his plans come to a crumbling halt when the city is over-run with mutants who are leaving a path of destruction in their wake. Noah will need to get to the bottom of things and find a way to stop the monsters if he has any hope of salvaging what’s left of his dreams- and perhaps help save the day along the way.
This is an entertaining teen action adventure with sci-fi elements, ‘supers’, the paranormal, bullies, heroes, mutant monsters, agendas, an evil mastermind, mystery, intrigue, drama, humour, high stakes, a ticking clock, hopes, dreams, family dynamics, challenges, emotion, and unexpected developments.
Looking forward to more from Ms. Tucker.
Happy Reading…
Thank you, Brittany Tucker!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was such a fun book for young teens and young or not so young adults, who are looking for an exciting adventure novel. The author does a great job of drawing the reader into the story and creates a wonderfully descriptive world of superheroes and monsters and atomic wedgies. Our hero Noah is such a great character that anyone could relate to. He is smart, hilarious, and just trying to survive his summer full of a monster infestation. The author did a great job of creating all sorts of twists to keep you guessing to the ending of the story. I absolutely recommend this for anyone who is looking for a fun adventure with a fun young hero.
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Noah is a twelve your old boy. He gets bullied in school. He is considered poor. Like a normal kid he thinks he knows it all and tries to help adults. I liked this storyline. It was fast paced and I recommended it to my 11 year old daughter.
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Noah has said it in the title. As you can tell, he had a not so super summer. He was hoping to go to a camp and make friends. He instead has to help his Dad with his job as a maintenance crew that cleans up the mess of the pandemic creatures. He goes into the investigation mode to see what caused it in the first place. This is definitely for a pre-teen/teenager age group!
Noah’s Not So Super Summer: A Super Series–Book 1 by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a fun book that had me reading late and turning the pages to see what was going to happen next. The characters are very relatable to other teens and how they treat each other. The main character Noah is a dorky teenage boy who has a nerdy friend named Suki. They are picked on by the football jock named Kyle. Noah has had a crush on Ruth since the first grade but he can’t even talk to her. Their stories all become intertwined in the story as they try and save the day. They all live in Lincoln City and there are mutant animals who keep coming out of the sewers and destroying parts of the city. The Supers are people who have powers and always show up to kill the mutants. It was a quick and enjoyable read and I can’t wait to see what Noah gets up to in the next book.
Reviewed by @bibliophilenerd
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Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a great read. Had me hooked right from the start. I felt like I got sent right back to middle school and my pre teen years. Right from the start Noah is a character who sucks you in. This story had me on my toes throughout the entire story. I couldn’t wait to see what happened next to him. A great read for those pre-teens.
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a great story about a 12-year old boy and a world with people who have superpowers. Although this book is clearly aimed at the pre-teens it is the kind of book that really appeals to all ages. Even as an adult, I had no issues connecting with the story and the characters. I thought the book had been well written and was designed to grab your attention immediately.
I think Noah is the sort of character that touches on feelings most people have had at some point. He is relatable and endearing. He is what drew me into the story the most and is the reason I wanted to keep reading. This was a brilliant book that I thoroughly enjoyed and I would definitely recommend it.
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book starts off with a bang that will grab the reader’s attention pretty quickly. Especially if said reader is a teenager. Even more so if said teenager is a male!
Noah is tired of all the bullying he’s been subjected to. He’s also tired of his dad nagging him and having to babysit. Then there’s the mutant infestation and the Supers. Can life get anymore complicated while yet interesting?
Noah’s summer is full of adventure and friendships of a very unique kind. Hopefully his whole summer won’t stink!
I loved this book and read it in a matter of a couple of hours. This will appeal to younger readers as well as those of us still young at heart! There is humor and adventure throughout!
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Very entertaining read. I really enjoyed the different lessons that can be learned here for kids in that pre teen stage. On one hand it was irritating watching Noah stick his nose in adult business and try to get involved, especially not being a super, but then on the other hand, he is brave and loyal to want to do all he can to protect those he considers his friends. The story was so creative with the mutant animals and the different powers the supers have, I liked Kyle’s the most, I would love to talk to animals! Noah is such a strong and compassionate kid to want to help save his town and his friends when most kids would probably be terrified. Wonderful read, I look forward to sharing it with my nephews.
The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Book three of this series is by far the best in my opinion. I previously read book two and was unable to put it down, but while reading this one, I found that I did not want to step away from the pages, not even to sleep.
My love for sci-fi was definitely a driving factor in me picking up book number three of this series and continuing the adventures of Harry. Harry is a unique character with a lot of personality. He has lived many lives in many different forms or what he calls configurations. He’s lived in many different time frames as well. The things he has witnessed and experienced makes for an interesting background for this character.
When we last left Harry, he was a fuzzy and loveable tarantula who awoke from stasis and dealt with the trials and tribulations of trying to survive within his new configuration. Book three finds Harry once again in a new configuration, this time as a giant Asian mantis. He tries to find his way back to Tristan who constantly worries about Harry and his well being. I swear Harry is a danger magnet!
New characters are introduced, and the previous characters continue their roles, such as Tristan and his love interest, Elena. The suspense build up in this book surpasses the levels in books one and two.
I think if you have read books one and two prior to this one, you will find yourself uncovering answers to questions you may have had lingering from the previous books. Once you connect the dots and learn about the additional character building that the author created in this book, you’ll be even more amazed at the remarkable production established within this series.
Admirable world building, character development and the extraordinary plot.
Personally, I thought the interactions between Tristan, Elena and Harry were heartwarming and adorable. I laughed and teared up multiple times throughout this story. I hope everyone enjoys this book and overall series. This is a unique work of art!
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
First, let me say, that beginning just had me. What a way to start off the story. It’s a fast-paced adventure. I found this was a story that I couldn’t put down. The characters, the action and the drama kept me involved all the way through. Those descriptions of the Supes, phenomenal. They brought up some crazy descriptions in my head. Another winner from this author. This is a definite must read.
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
4.5 stars
Noah’s Not So Super Summer is a sci fi fun adventure story for teens. It is a story of hopes and dreams, of wanting something so badly that nothing will stand in his way. Well that is other than a mutant infestation, his dad, bullies and atomic wedgies.
The story had me laughing at times whilst feeling bad for our MC at others. Expect the unexpected.
Summer for Noah Reagan is not going as he wanted it too. He has dreams and monsters are standing in his way. Being forced to clean up after them and real heroes doing the work to bring them down Noah must find out what is causing the problem.
Will he be able to work it out in time to make it in to the Supers Youth Program like he planned?
Who doesn’t want to be a hero?
Journey along with Noah to find out what happens.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Noah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
enjoyed Noah’s Not Super Summer immensely. The author writes in a way that you get sucked in immediately. I started the book a few hours ago and kept telling myself just one more chapter. Next thing I knew I was finished.
Noah is a 12 year old kid whose life is anything but super. He gets bullied by the jocks. His dad has a low paying job and they live pretty poor. Plus a pandemic caused people and animals to develop super powers. His dads job is to help collect evidence from the scenes and being them back to the research lab. After being present for an attack by a mutant, Noah’s life turns around. As he searches for the truth to it all he makes new friends and discoveries that lands him on the radar of some bad people.
This book is great for tweens, teens, young adults and anyone looking for an adventure. Please give it a try and check out Brittany’s other novel. It’s really good.