Alyssa Day

They say nobody can defeat the goddess of war and death. Soli Greymind happens to be just that. Nobody.

I had been waiting for this book, and it did not disappoint. This is such a fun, fast-paced read. I couldn't put it down. It is packed with action, danger, death, magic, and yearning. The writing was so good in places that I had to pause and just let it settle into my brain. And then there were times I found myself laughing out loud at the wit and audacity - especially when Chitai was show more flirting. I have to tell you, that woman warrior has game, lol. Kaelen has some good lines, himself.

All of the characters were well-written and likeable, though Trick got on my nerves sometimes with his overprotectiveness. I get, however, using him to highlight Kaelen and his respect for Soli's agency. I truly felt for each member of the company on this quest, this little found family that has come so far. And I was so excited by the character that joins us at the end of the book. It makes waiting for book 2 that much harder!

I loved watching Soli come more and more into her own, learning that this Nobody can be so much more, without needing to be "fixed." Seeing her friends love and support her when she has only known cruelty, without expecting her to change who she is, was such a balm. Kaelen's "who did this to you" energy really felt like he took deep, personal offense at every act of cruelty Soli has ever faced.

I also love the representation of depression in this book. While mental health is less stigmatized than it has been in the past, it is still meaningful to see a world where it is persecuted as it is in this book, and the struggle for dignity despite that. We might not still be subjected to the indignities that those who have come before us have faced, many with mental health struggles still don't have as much support as they deserve. But as the author reminds us: when we survive and conquer a period of grey in real life, we're big damn heroes.

Ain't we just

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Woo Hoo! Alyssa Day has certainly caught my attention with an empathic Riley Dawson and a hot group of Poseidon’s warriors that are on a treasure hunt, of sorts. I know I’m all tingly and ready to go. lol

Her grief called to him. It would not be denied. He must got to her.

The mental telepathic dialogue had me cracking up, so I put a smile on my face and prepared myself for a fun, sexy read. I mean, she’s an empath and he’s a high prince, the first of Poseidon’s warriors, so what show more could possibly go wrong.

“You’re not going to drink my blood or rip my arms off, are you? Because my day has really sucked, and I’m so not up for that,” she said…

Barrabas, a powerful vampire, felt the disturbance caused by their meeting. Oh man, so cool. Water warriors and blood sucking Vampires. What more could I want? I am hooked and happy.

Everything Conlan does is for Atlantis, so denying his overwhelming desire for Riley, who is not only a forbidden human, but also an empath, literally brought him to his knees. Conlan and his warriors were tasked with protecting the humans from shapeshifters and vampires, and were clearly from the Land of Hunk.

I am feeling upbeat, having fun, sharing Conlan and Riley’s internal dialogue and lovin ‘ every minute of it. And now we find out why they are above ground…Poseidon’s Trident has been stolen. Conlan could lose his kingdom if they don’t recover it.

“You’re not a vampire, because you’ve got a heartbeat,” she said. “Are you a shapeshifter? What kind of furry are you going to get?” He laughed. “I’m not going to turn furry, brave one. I am nothing you know.”

Conlan knows that empaths don’t exist, yet here’s Riley. He also knows that the soul meld doesn’t exist, yet how to explain the sparks between them.

Well, Alyssa, you drew me in, kept me riveted to the pages, worrying and fretting, laughing and smiling, never letting me go. The action kept the story flowing as I devoured the words. The world created was full of wonder and I am so happy to have been able to visit Atlantis and meet all these fabulous characters that escaped from the mind of Alyssa Day.

I voluntarily reviewed a free copy of Atlantis Rising by Alyssa Day.

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I've had this book for years and I've re-read it a few times, but not since I started tracking my reading.

A big part of this book is precisely what you'd imagine it is from the title and the cover: there's a lot of humour, there's a little bit of stereo-typical blonde stuff, there's a strong over-tone of chick-lit and an alpha-male former-SEAL P.I. providing the romance (just a bit of it).

What you don't get from the title and cover is the much stronger, meatier plot line than the average show more cozy mystery normally provides. This isn't a typical murder mystery plot - people are killed but figuring out who killed them isn't the focus. There's an ever-so-slight hint of Erin Brockovich here, except it's a pharmaceutical company and bad insulin that's the centre of major legal action that nobody but her client wants her involved in. The author was (is?) a practicing attorney so the details are strong, accurate but easy to read and they added additional interest for me as I read.

I'd have loved reading about more of December Vaughn's legal adventures, but sadly this is the only book the author wrote about her. I almost gave it 4.5 stars, but I think there might be a couple of small continuity/editing errors and sometimes the jokes fall flat. The first couple of chapters start off a bit rough too, so I'll stick with 4 stars, but I'd recommend this to anyone who likes mysteries or chick-lit and would enjoy the much stronger plot. show less

This book delivers a heart-pounding finale to the Vampire Motorcycle Club series, perfectly blending romance, action, and supernatural intrigue. The novel centers around Meara Delacourt, a centuries-old vampire with a deceptive socialite exterior, and Edge, a vampire with a scientific mind whose love could spell their doom. Their tumultuous relationship, marked by intense attraction and dangerous secrets, is the story's heart. Set against an impending war with a dark coven, the narrative show more thrives on its rich character dynamics, seamlessly blending humor, love, and adrenaline-fueled battles. The strong sense of family among the characters adds depth, making this book not just a tale of forbidden love but also a testament to resilience and unity in the face of darkness. show less