Fact #257 – Allie Sai should have been named “Unlucky.” It made complete sense that the girl terrified of flying and aliens would be drafted for colonization of an alien planet. Right? Right?? In her mind, she had one choice. Desertion. But again… Unlucky. She should’ve known better. A failed escape attempt leaves her chained to an airship chair with nothing but her bag, a vial of her family’s … vial of her family’s super moonshine, and her anxiety for company.
Fact #372 – Sometimes moonshine is not the answer.
Numbing her fear seemed like a brilliant idea – until pirates attack her ship looking for goods of the female variety. Looks like she’ll have to save herself, but… unlucky strike three.
Fact #401 – Pirates aren’t princes. They’re extortionists.
It was just one sip… maybe two.
When fantasy and reality blur, can Allie save herself?
Mixologists and Pirates Series
1. Amber Vial
2. Emerald Bane
3. Scarlet Venom
4. Onyx Elixir
“I found the writing to be on par with Queen (Sarah J.) Maas and Elise Kova.”– Fairestskyebooks
“Frost Kay makes you want to smack the characters with their own book.”– Pages of Remedyz
“Frost Kay is amazing…Wow. For real, wow. My heart physically hurts.” – Nix
“(Frost Kay) has a very beatiful and simple way of writing…everything is painted so vividly and beautifully…she has me hooked.” –Carissa, Goodreads
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I really enjoyed reading this story. The MC is Allie Sai; she’s a girl with incredibly bad luck that also has a fear of flying, and comes from a family that prides themselves on brewing the finest moonshine in the galaxy. She is selected as one of the females chosen to help populate an alien planet, which is not ideal for her since she’s already afraid of aliens as well. If you enjoy books with sci-fi, space travel, aliens and pirates, you will enjoy reading this book.
Totally fun. I’m glad I came across this book. I can see a wonderful book romance about to bloom.
As an advanced reader, I am giving an honest review of this new and upcoming book.
Although short this book was a good opener for the series. It left enough lacking that you want to get the next one to finish the story but gave you enough information to build a character base. Looking forward to moving through the series.
First of all, I never usually read novellas. That being said, I was very intrigued by the summary, and decided to give it a go. I’m so freaking happy that I did! I was totally caught up in the story by the very beginning. I found the characters engaging and funny. Although it was a short read, there are three more parts to the series that are ready for you to dig into. I will definitely be reading them all.
Amber Vial is a science fiction novel by Frost Kay and book one in her Mixologists and Pirates series. The author immediately introduces the reader to Allie Sai, human, daughter to famous whiskey makers…incompetent at the art of mixing herself. Allie has a problem though and it’s not one that she can run from.
Amber Vial is an enjoyable introduction to Mixologists and Pirates by Frost Kay. Allie is a feisty character, but not one without her issues. I can totally relate to her on the fear of flying. Haha! The difference is I’ve never flown and in this story, she’s being forced. I love that the title of the story is tied to the story itself. The pace of the story keeps me engaged and the introduction of the aliens has me hooked. I’m eager to learn more about them and the future situation that Allie is about to find herself in based on her choices and decisions.
There is nothing I don’t like about this book. The storyline is fun, engaging, and well-paced. I’m eager to read Emerald Bane which the author teases with a tiny taste of at the end of this book.
I am rating this short and sweet book 5 out of 5 stars. Definitely a winner in my book.
Just finished and I was truly surprised. Allie is so relatable and the conversations were so real. Frost Kay did an amazing job in capturing emotion and fear. I went in a bit blind to this story but was pleasantly surprised and can’t wait to read more. My only complaint is that it is so short. I need to know more about these green eyed men.
ONE INCREDIBLY DELIGHTFUL READ!!!
OMG! Holy Moses! I’ll get it out eventually. Maybe. Man, talk about a 3 strikes deal. All the drama, uncertainty, determination, fear, angst, danger and suspense increases steadily while tension spirials really make the storyline pop. Twists and turns abound with unexpected circumstances and unpredictable surprises that make for one thrilling experience. In a whirlwind of emotions and events really pulls those heartstrings. The characters and scenes are written with such realism it really pulls this little jewel together beautifully. Frost did an amazing job bringing this read to life. Fantastic job Frost, thanks for sharing this little guy with us.
A very quick read.
Good start to a new intriguing story. Will definitely be checking out Emerald Bane.
Overall rating: 4.8
Quite an interesting start to a new series! This main character is quite quirky and full of sass and makes these pages fly by. This storyline is set up quickly and skillfully. As I read about the dilemma Allie has herself in, I quickly find myself realizing this is just the start and the next in series is badly needed. Great job! Next 2 are loaded in and ready to go!
Amber Vial is a thrilling and hilarious introduction to a fabulous new series by the talented author, Frost Kay. I know my heart was pounding for Allie Sai. She seems way too vulnerable for the predicaments she gets herself into, but she has spunk and snark. She also makes a friend with a redhead. That’s got to be entertaining! Her biggest mistake was filling in a seemingly harmless questionnaire. Her second was taking a sip (or two) of her family’s special moonshine. And, once you take one sip of this series, you’ll probably want to keep coming back for more! This is a short story that will leave you hanging.
I received a copy for signing up to the author’s newsletter via her website. This is my honest and voluntary review.
Afraid of both flying and aliens, Allie Sai stared at the huge silver alien airship. How could something that big actually fly? Why did she ever sign up for the draft to help repopulate and colonize new planets?And then she saw the chain on his neck with the obsidian wings – he was a Lock! And he was specifically assigned as her escort since they found her to be a flight risk for having filed so many appeals to get out of the colonization program.Jer was trying to wake her, saying they were under attack! The door was forced open and 5 aliens pushed their way in! Kidnapped by space pirates – what more could happen to her? Will she be taken captive? Where will she end up? What will they do to her?
Amber Vial begins a fun, fast paced series by one of my favorite contemporary authors Frost Kay.
At the center of the story is Allie. I like her. She is the perfect blend of spunk, kindness and REAL! I really like a main character who is, well, likeable! There are TOO many books out there to read a character I just don’t like or don’t connect with. I find something likable or intriguing about all Kay’s characters- even her “bad guys”.
It’s amazing how quickly a whole new world is built and how quickly new characters emerge in so short a time in this book!
The fast pacing is perfect for busy seasons of life when you really want a good series but just don’t have a lot of time to read! & if you get sucked in and just can’t put the book down, you don’t lose your whole night of sleep to it!
Can’t wait for the next book!!
Ok, I absolutely loved this story!! Short but intense, left me wanting more!! Allie is hilarious and her new friend Jer is definitely someone I want to get to know!! Great storyline, with so much more story to tell!! I am hooked on this awesome new series!!
It started off alittle slow but soon grabbed my attention. Now I’m totally intrigued and want to know more. Definitely wish it was longer but that’s what happened with most short stories. I definitely want to read the next book to see what happens next!
This girl is a born storyteller. Although a futuristic story, she proves that human nature remains the same. I enjoyed the interactions between the various characters. Well done, a good read. I’m looking forward to the next volume!
What a fun, amazing read! It was short and sweet! I wish it would of been longer, but none the less, it was action packed and left me wanting more!!
I need this to be a full length book!
Short, sweet, action packed and down right fun as hell, I could not stop reading! I mean till it ended all to short and, I was let felling a little empty. My only complaint is that it was too short!
I’m not going to say much because any detail will ruin with magical little wonder, but know that this book will knock your socks off… in a good way. With a strong sexy heroin and plenty of sass, you’re taking on a wild wind adventure that is literally out of this world. Matched with superb writing and rich detail you are transported into this book, no, it’s like you become apart of it.
Amber Vial is a must read, on all accounts. It’s the mission piece to your book collection and your reading soul.
So please take my super high recommendation that you will fall head over heals for this outer-space wonder, that will have you wanting more!
Happy Reading
-E.A. Walsh