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The Ophelia Prophecy (2014)

by Sharon Lynn Fisher(Favorite Author)

3.51 of 5 Votes: 3

ISBN

0765374188 (ISBN13: 9780765374189)

languge

English

genre

Romance

publisher

Tor Books

review 1: I adored Sharon Lynn Fisher’s Ghost planet, so I was excited to read this new story and I wasn’t disappointed. Earth has been taken over by the Manti, the result of humans mutated with insect DNA to make them much more powerful than the humans that engineered them. The small colony of humans left to survive in Sanctuary think they’re safe because of their desert environment, but they have no idea of the truth. When Asha, an archivist who specializes in the information humanity has on the Manti, wakes on the border next to Pax, a Manti who’s ship has been patrolling the area, neither one of them has any memory of how they got there. Pax takes Asha aboard his ship Banshee and the adventure begins. Banshee is a biologically enhanced ship with a personality and I ... moreenjoyed all of Asha’s interactions with it. As they encounter a small secret colony of surviving humans and help them against attacking mutants that have developed unchecked into monstrous beings, we learn more about this new world. Once we get to the Manti’s main city of Granada, we see the political machinations of various factions, including Pax’s father the amir and the scary evil Cleo. Through all this Asha is learning the real truth of the human’s survival and the Manti’s reliance on them, as well as getting to know Pax and his motivations. I thought the idea of gene manipulation and the results of irresponsible activities was a fascinating premise, and to incorporate that in a delightfully action packed story, along with an unconventional romance was truly entertaining.
review 2: Sharon Lynn Fisher's second novel, The Ophelia Prophecy, is a highly entertaining, action-packed, escapist science fiction romance, full of thrills, twisty surprises and tension. It might not be the most polished sci-fi pearl out there, but it certainly delivers everything a good sci fi book should: solid action, unique creatures, some really interesting ideas, captivating, well-thought-out plot line and lots and lots of excitement. Plus, it's hot. Seriously, mind-blowingly hot. The story follows the extraordinary adventures of Pax and Asha, as they find themselves at the center of the conflict between humans and Manti, a race of hybrid half-insect warriors. Asha is a human girl who works as an archivist documenting and analyzing information about the Manti. The story kicks off with her being captured and taken into captivity by Pax and his sister, Iris. Pax and Iris are both Manti, and not just any Manti, but amir's children (which basically makes them the prince and the princess of the Manti people). With no memory of how she ended up on the beach outside her hometown and safe zone, Asha has to try her best to figure out what happened prior to her encounter with the Manti siblings and find a way to escape her captors. And considering Pax's unexpected and nearly uncontrollable passion (or horniness, if you will) for her, the task might prove very hard, if not impossible. And the things she'll learn in the process - about her family, her hometown and herself - will change her life forever. Told in alternating voices of Asha and Pax, The Ophelia Prophecy is a highly addictive story. Gripping, fresh, steamy and very entertaining, it's a real page turnener of a book. Personally, I enjoyed it way more than I ever thought I would. This was my very first science fiction romance and I won't lie, I was a bit skeptical at first. I wasn't sure if this will prove to be something I'll connect with, or something I'll have to suffer through. Thankfully, from the moment Pax and Asha exchanged their first words, I knew I was in for a treat. And I was right. The Ophelia Prophecy proved to be one helluva entertaining ride for me. I breezed through the entire thing in no time and am now counting days to the release of the second book. The book is literally overflowing with sexual tension and amazing chemistry between the characters. The world-building and unique mythology created by the author are truly epic. Sharon Lynn Fisher presents us with a broad palette of interesting characters and vividly described settings, through which she paints a fascinating, fully realized world. It's an intriguing sci fi vision and a hot romance, but don't think that's all it is. It is so much more than just that. It's quite a clever and multi-layered exploration of what makes us human. It's a complex political intrigue. It's a tale of love and trust, passion and betrayal, unexpected alliances and fighting for what is right - even if it means going against your own family, race and everything you believed in. If you enjoy a good romance story set against an exotic background and filled with interesting characters, settings and ideas, The Ophelia Prophecy is the book for you. The science fiction part is complex enough to satisfy all fans of sci fi flicks, but not heavy enough to weigh down the plot line. The action races along at a near break-neck speed, the romance is deliciously spine-tingling and the conclusion of the first book, while perfectly satisfying, leaves you craving more. More of Pax and Asha. More of their intriguing universe. More of the gasp-worthy secrets and evil plottings of their enemies. More, more, more! I really can't wait to find out what happens next! less

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