Helpful Score: 8
I am always drawn to those stories in which the heoine is strong and resourceful and the hero is brave and loving (it doesn't hurt if he is a real hunk too). I also like to read about the challenges that bring these two together. SLAVE, the first book in Cheryl Brooks' Cat Star Chronicles has all of these elements with attractive characters, evil villians and bold adventures. Its a fun easy read which I was happy to pass on to others to enjoy. I am really looking forward to obtaining the next books WARRIOR and ROGUE from Paperback Swap when they become available!
Helpful Score: 7
While this book won't be winning any Newbery awards any time soon it is quite an enjoyable read, in a guilty-pleasure sort of way. If you want a little light reading and you like sci-fi romance or wouldn't mind giving it a go then you should definitely pick up this book. Captain Jacinth, aka "Jack", is an interesting female character and I greatly enjoyed her interactions with Cat. The sex scenes are steamy and the plot is decent in a fluff-romance-novel sort of way. Brooks' worlds and aliens are certainly interesting and strange enough to keep you reading.
Helpful Score: 5
I would have liked a stronger male lead -- but could understand his personality. Will be looking for more of C Brooks books in the future!
This book does not finish as strong as it begins. The characters were likable and interesting, and the plot begins well; but both loose focus after the mid-way point. The tough kick-ass heroine finishes as baby-talking mush tring to decide if she should market the penis fluids of her lover...really.
This author desperately needs a good editor.
This author desperately needs a good editor.
Helpful Score: 4
A tad bit slow but once the story got going I read it in one day. A good book, can not wait to read the rest of the series. I highly recommend this book.
