Once she was human. Now she’s something else altogether.Indigo Delta is an assassin for hire. Half human, half android, she’s an elite fighting machine. She follows orders without question, kills without emotion, and gets the job done with minimal fuss.Then she meets him: Ryker Victor. Her next target. Ryker falls for Indigo the moment he lays eyes on her. Granted, she is trying to kill him, but … Granted, she is trying to kill him, but he’s ready for her. After all, he’s also a creation of the Institute—one they desperately want to silence. Now he has to convince Indigo that he’s telling the truth and that the Institute was founded on lies they will do anything to hide.
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This book was a great read!! Even if this is not your normal genre, try it anyway! You’ll be happy you did. I was pleasantly surprised. I would normally have passed this up. Mostly because it’s not my normal genre, also because it’s a novella. But, I thought the characters were strong, and the plot was great. This author’s style of writing is such, that despite the novella format, she manages to make you feel like you’ve just read a full length novel. That’s not easy!
Heart of Darkness by J.A. Hinchey is a sci-fi romance novella that tells the fast-paced story of Indigo Delta and Ryker Victor. Indigo is an assassin with a mission…take out, Ryker Victor. She’s been good at taking out her targets to this point, but she’s warned that he’s going to be the most difficult that she has taken on. Ryker is prepared when she shows up because she’s not been the first, but this time, the Institute is ready for his usual tricks.
Heart of Darkness is absolutely a fast-moving story that gives you just enough backstory to give you an idea of how Indigo became the assassin that she is. Her history is tragic and disease took her, but it was the Institute that really ended her at the end of the day. They brought her back but with their own agenda in mind…creating an army of super-soldiers/assassins. She’s assigned a target; she hunts them down and takes them out. There are some steamy scenes between Indigo and Ryker and they really spice up the story.
This story is smooth as butter, but I found myself disappointed at how smoothly things went for Ryker. I understand that he’s dealt with being hunted before, but I wanted Indigo to be the one who threw him for a loop. I guess I just wanted more drama to happen and not for everything to essentially go according to plan. I know I’m being nit-picky with this aspect, but I was also disappointed that the title doesn’t tie into the story itself. I wanted to know what the heart of darkness was. Was it the Institute? The individuals who ran the Institute?
I am rating this story 4 out of 5 stars. The story flows smoothly, but I felt that it was a little too smoothly/perfect. I expected more tension, more drama…something unexpected to happen, but that really wasn’t the case. If you’ve read books by this author and enjoyed them, then I think that this fast-paced sci-fi action romance will be a good fit for you.
This is a well written sci-fi story with strong characters and an interesting story line. The author brings the story to life with her descriptive writing and detailed scenes. She pulls you in with all the suspense as well as the romance. There’s tons of action in this short fast paced story. I was hooked from start to finish reading and would recommend this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
HEART OF DARKNESS: J.A. HINCHEY.
Skillful Sexy A.I. Assassin’s, Faced Paced Action That Gets The Blood Pumping!!!
A Smoking Hot A.I. Assassin Clad In Black Leather, A Killer Storyline, Fast Paced Action And Sex To Shock!
I’ve had a copy of this Book in my Kindle Library sitting unread, for quite some time. Having put a priority on Ms Hinchey’s Series over Stand Alones.
As I love, love, love a great binge read, Who doesn’t?
With Jane’s re-branding & updating covers and storylines I’m glad I finally got to read it!
OMG How Damn Hot Does Indigo Look In That Black Leather Get Up?
Talk About A Smoking Hot Bod (she can almost make this straight woman, turn)!
I really enjoyed this short story Novella. Reading in just one afternoon.
I loved the storyline, the characters, the author, The Terrific Trifecta!!!
My biggest disappointment with this story is it’s length & whilst reading, came upon this same conclusion.
Wishing several chapters were extended, better explained in depth, with much fuller details and content.
I thought some chapters were cut way too short & others completely omitted crucial details and planning, but I can not expand on it here without giving away plots & causing spoilers alerts.
And that I just won’t do!
One chapter in particular, Chapter 16 (or the first part of it), seems it would have served a better purpose concurring right in the midst of the biggest, most crucial climatic scene during Chapter 15. Therefore for me, it missed the mark and its desired effect upon me as a reader.
Unfortunately more than one chapter seemed rushed & over before it began but you’ll know which one I’m speaking of once read, with so many of the details usually included in a scene like this totally omitted! and while it did not ruin the book for me, it left me totally deflated & disappointed. I felt as if I was missing out on something that should have been incredibly special!
A missed opportunity by Ms Hinchey to be a 5 Book and on the Best Seller List, The Top 100 or An Award Winner for Jane as an author. Well I guess it’s never too late to Update, Extend & Excel!
Jane’s Characters, no matter whether they play major or minor roles are always top quality and easily work their way into your heart (like maggots through rotting meat). So you’re either rooting for them, wanting them to win or their so hateful & diabolical you can’t help, but love to hate them and can’t wait to see them come to a dramatic and timely end (hopefully suffering some of the same heartache & agony they’ve caused those along the way (for its fate after all, the good guys always win or ususlly).
For the real bad guys / characters, I love dreaming up the ways, I wish to see them die! As long as they die screaming in agony, I’m good ! Sicko much, you bet (but only with the diabolical bastards)!
Once again Ms Hinchey throughly excels in her love & sex scenes and is in her element. Her writing is truly impeccable and of the highest calibre. I can find no fault here at all. Others may not appreciate certain language of body parts, but here it truly fits the narrative. The new emotions, the full depths of hunger in the throes of passion suddenly switched on and felt by Indigo in such unexpected and primal ways.
Ryker and Indigo fall hard, fast and furious like many relationships in Sci-Fi / Fantasy novels, especially those formed under extenuating circumstances and high pressure situations.
This pairing will have many obstacles to face and overcome that most couples could never even compenplate.
We see the sparks fly and passions ignite, at the simple touch of the others skin, sensing the magic this twosome can become!
I can’t comment to much on the world building here as it’s set in our own world, in our own time and part of the everyday lifestyle and world around us, apart from the scenes at the Institute, but there’s no detailed description of the premises and the equipment contained in training rooms, science labs, medical bay and Indigo’s quarters, other than the banded glasses for uploading data storage and her shower & bed.
Though both of Ryker’s premises include some pretty incredible technology and devices including an MRI machine which can cost anywhere between $150,000 – $2.1 Million dollars Australian !
It sure pays to be a techno wizard & well versed in cyber warfare!
I RATE HEART OF DARKNESS
4.3 OUT OF 5!
I recieved an ARC Copy of this book from the author and this is my fair, honest and impartial review.
Reviewed By : Jewlzped.
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(Bye Love From The Crazy Australian BookWorm)!
Sometimes endings can bring about beginnings. This book seems made for what is happening in our world today. Gave me chills reading it. As a retired nurse, who spent several years in the medical research field, this is something that would not surprise me one bit to find it was really happening. A shocking story of betrayal but turned into something powerful. A great read by a great author! Well done!
This was an awesome book! I loved the characters and the sweet romance. I would totally read more from this world! If you’re looking for a fast and well written novella, then I would recommend checking this book out.
I voluntarily received and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Final Rating: 5 Stars
This was a real good book that l was able to read in one evening. I found it a facinating fantasy story that certainly has scary potential for the future of humanity. This book was a gift thatl am more than happy to recommend.