Fracture
by K.R. Whittaker
“On Earth, Cassie Hudson, a Communications Specialist, becomes disillusioned with her so called ‘safe’ life in New Zealand when her brother is violently murdered.
On Theros, Prince Xentar of Antiqua commands the warship, Sheldahrian. He and his Skyfleet engage in a desperate war to save the kingdom. Xentar is determined to bring peace to Antiqua, yet he harbors a secret that could lead to a path of destruction for his people.
Out in space, an unstable fracture linking Theros and Earth means two worlds are set to collide.
The fate of both worlds rests with one man and one woman.
Linked across time and space, their destinies converge on the edge… of Fracture.”
Website: http://www.karenwhittaker.com
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About Karen (from Smashwords):
“Author, Speaker, Trainer, DiSC Accredited Facilitator. Karen is working on a series of 3 books, Fracture is the first in the series. She currently works (still) in her day job in the sunny city of Sails, Auckland City, New Zealand.”
Genre: Science Fiction with Romance
Favorite Quote:
“She pulled out onto the wrong side of the road, her heart pounding. They were only halfway past the tanker when headlights from an oncoming car came straight for them, its horn blasting. As Cassie pulled in front of the tanker, narrowly missing its front bumper, she glanced at the driver of the oncoming car. His eyes and mouth were wide open in disbelief. He kept his hand on his horn and Cassie and Zac could hear it fading into the distance as they sped away from the tanker.”
Theme: Don’t be afraid to be who you are.
Characters:
A prince follows his instincts and trusts an enemy for no reason at all–endangering everyone. A doctor that would rather follow her heart than her loyalty. An earther far from home discovers that two hearts crashing and clashing together mean more than simple attraction.
What’s not so good:
Some of the sentences read awkwardly which knocked me out of the story–at first. I got used to it though, and eventually the phases became the narrator’s voice.
What stands out:
I liked the characters, and how they interacted. Even though they had bigger problems than just getting along, I found myself smiling or cursing along with both Cassie and Xentar. Not much for deep romance, I enjoyed their fateful union without the heartbreaking drama or sexual interludes.
Rating 4.0
It was well written, and entertaining. My surprise was enjoying ti so much. I made the mistake of envisioning aliens and humans parallelling with Romeo and Juliet.
How silly is that?
My Rating System
5.0 = Outstanding
4.5 = Entertaining with a surprise that I’m still thinking about
4.0 = Well written and entertaining with a surprise
3.5 = Well written and entertaining
3.0 = Well written and entertaining but something let me down
2.0 = Find a better editor
1.0 = Find a better writing circle and start again
Unknown author.(n.d.).Karen Whittaker Biography.In Smashwords. Retrieved August 25, 2012, from http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/karenwhittaker
Unknown author.(n.d.).Editorial Reviews Product Description.In Amazon.Retrieved August 25, 2012. from http://www.amazon.com/Fracture-series-ebook/dp/B006TTFY3O
I liked the way you post your reviews. It’s very different and makes things easier to read.
Well that’s one goal achieved.
I don’t usually read sci fi types books but this sounds like a really interesting read!
So much more than simple sci-fi.:-)
Haven’t heard of this one, but I like the idea of an alien Romeo and Juliet!
They are meant for each other.
Aliens/Romeo and Juliet. What’s not to like? That would have been nice but the book does sound interesting even if there is no Romeo and Juliet romance. I’m not that into aliens but one day I might be. I really need to give them a chance. Nice theme and that prince sounds like a jerk. “Trusts the enemy for no reason at all” – I imagined you saying that with a booming and accusatory voice and it just cracked me up (:
I just meant he trusted his instincts, and I liked it. No booming voice or tone intended.
Sorry about that.
This sounds like a great book! I’m not into sci fi but the plot sounds awesome. reat review xD
I know what you mean. The book does have to fit the reader.
Great blurb as well as wonderful review. I like your reviewing style.
That is quite a compliment coming from you. Thanks very much.
This sounds interesting, and I love the whole save the world thing. I am glad you finally got use to the writing as I hate when the flow of the story becomes awkward. Great review
Thanks.
Thanks for dropping by my blog – awesome to see your participating in the #RCCleanup too! Good luck with it!
I haven’t heard of this before but a Romeo and Juliet romance featuring aliens sounds really intriguing!
Yeah, it does
Great review! I’m not really a big sci-fi fan from what you described, it sounds like it could be fun
As you can tell I liked it, but not all books are for everyone. Thank goodness there are so many.
I’ll keep my eye out for this one.
You should.
Thank you for this great review Anna
My ‘kiwi’ voice might be quite different to read, but I’m glad you liked the story and the characters. Book 2 will be out early in the new year and book 3 will follow very closely behind. The print book is currently only available in New Zealand, but interested readers can find the Fracture ebook in Kindle. Your reviews are great, i will promote them to the Romance Writers of New Zealand loop (our writer’s resource). Best wishes, Karen Whittaker.
Good to know. Thanks for dropping by.
I never read sci if but I loved this book!! So well written and enthralling story!!
Exactly
Great thorough review! I’am falling in love with Sci-fi lately. I shall check this book out.
-Dannielle
@ Book Whales
Thanks I’m glad I could help–a little