Electromagnetic pulses began a catastrophe that changed the world as we know it. The next round of destruction brought monsters from hell that almost wiped out civilization. The third wave sent a new breed of monster into the mix called Shadow Warriors capable of killing hellhounds. Two years after the end of the devastating war, electromagnetic pulses start again, and this time humanity may not … this time humanity may not win.
King: Half man, half beast. Leader of the Shadow Warriors.
Marinah: Her job for the Federation is to bring King back into the fold to save humanity, again.
Problem: King and his men were betrayed by the new government and their memories are long and deadly.
Solution: Marinah must risk everything to prove she’s someone they can trust. Too bad she’s the wrong person for the job and too bad she’s the only person.
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Shadow is an exciting new addition to the world of shifters, a world with Hell Hounds and Wolves. Shadow Warriors are fighters – fierce and big. They helped humans fight the hell hounds when the world was destroyed by war. Shadow warriors are half man and half beast. Marinah works for the Federation, what they call the Government now, and she is sent to meet with King, the leader of the Shadow Warriors to see if they could work together to fight the Hell Hounds. She was to go alone to meet with him and try to get him to agree to help. They do not get along, don’t trust each other and he thinks he may have to kill her if she finds out their secrets. Slowly they start to accept each other and eventually King trusts Marinah and she trusts King. They start to feel an attraction to each other but both fight it. Then something happens that changes everything. This book has action, adventure, and suspense. I can’t wait until the next book. If I could give it more stars I would.
First let me state that I received an Advance Reader Copy, (ARC), but this in no way influences my review. I always leave an honest review. Also this author is new to me, and I hope it won’t be my last.
Holy shiznet!! When I first started reading this story and hearing about the “hellhounds”, I thought this was about the apocalypse. As I read so many things changed my mind, (obviously as the story unfolded too). I was a little upset with the fact that it’s a sort of cliffhanger. But after Ms. Roberts explained why, I truly understand. You’ve got to read this story. I recommend this read 5 Thumbs up
I loved this entire series!
“Nooooooo!!!!!! You can’t leave me there…” she wails into the night. This book has my favorite kind of geeky, socially awkward heroine. Marinah’s neither trained for, nor remotely prepared for the situation she’s suddenly thrust into. And King has no idea what to make of the creature that’s literally stumbled into his world. Imagine Resident Evil meets Wolverine. The story is a political thriller wrapped around what might turn into a romance, set in a post-apocalyptic world filled with supernatural creatures. I’m already counting down the seconds until I can get my hands on the next book. I can’t wait to see what happens next.
I received a complimentary copy of this book through BookSirens.
Shadow just came out this week and I literally stayed up reading it straight through. I couldn’t put it down and I’m so excited to read Warrior next!! This book took me to a world and place of its own with characters I love. Marinah is very lovable, witty and snarky. Can’t wait to see what happens next!
In true Holly Roberts style, She makes you FEEL so many emotions. This book also got me so emotionally involved, I could not put it down. I fell asleep reading it, then finished it this morning. If you want to be taken to a new place, a new world, pick up this book and start reading. It is so well written and full of interesting new characters and new paranormal creatures you also will be emotionally involved! Loved It! From a True Fan… Pam James.
Customer Review
I’ve been a fan of Holly S. Roberts books for quite some time and THIS book SHADOW is just another example and why I LOVE reading this authors books, regardless of the genre. Holly has a very special gift as an extremely talented author, with a brilliant and creative mind. Holly has the capability to bring out different emotions by the reader. I found myself laughing so hard at specific points in the book, which is wonderful because there is a point in the book where I also cried and that’s ok too. I don’t want to give away any spoilers so I’ll just say that you fall in love with King and Marinah, especially her personality and sense of humor in this New World. I absolutely LOVE, LOVE this book and cannot wait for the next book, WARRIOR! Once again, this author NEVER disappoints. I only wish I could give this book more than 5 stars because it’s THAT good and definitely deserves it!!
Holly is back to Paranormal!! Love this story and fell in love with King and Marinah! SH IS BACK! LOVE this story!!!!,
A brave young woman. A fierce warrior. Together they can save the world. An epic romance set in a fierce background of betrayal and war. She does not know what she is capable of. One man will show her. Their love story will capture you so deep. One of the best storytellers out there. Holly S Roberts has weaved her magic into a wicked story of love that conquers all. Thank you for this fantastic story
This is Book 1 in A Genetically Modified Novel series. The world has changed and there are now humans, Shadow Warriors and the bad Hellhounds. King is the Leader of the Shadow Warriors and Marinah has been asked by the Federation to go to Cuba, which is where the Shadow Warrior’s live now. They want them to come back and save the humans. Or do they? This is not your regular paranormal type of book. King has his idea of what Marinah is there for and Marinah has her idea of why she’s there. But do they have the same ideas? This has some exciting things happening that make you laugh and then you scream as you are pulling your hair out in frustration. I absolutely loved meeting the different personalities that the Shadow Warriors have. This is such a fascinating story. It does end with a mild cliff hanger but it’s well worth the wait for the next book to find out exactly what happens to Marinah and King.
**This book was provided to Nerd Girl Official in exchange for an honest review.**
Shadow: Duet; A Genetically Modified Novel, Book 1 by Holly S. Roberts is the beginning of a post-apocalyptic story. It has people, and monsters, and monsters that help people fight the other monsters. Confused? Don’t be.
I warn you, this is going to be a very short review. Short even for me, and I can be known for short reviews. I’m making it short for a couple of reasons; first, I have to get to the next book!
Additionally, I pride myself on no spoilers in my reviews, and I’m afraid to say anything at all and spoil it for you! So I’m just going to tell you-no, I’m going to order you-drop everything & get this book!! If I could, I would give this book 5 times 5 stars! It’s just that good a story. I will warn you, click on both books 1 & 2 purchase buttons, you’ll want the next waiting in the wings. Trust me. Go, now! I have another book to read!
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This is Shadow, book one of the Genetically Modified series written by Holly S Roberts. This book will keep you on the edge of your seat and so worried for Marinah the entire time. Have you ever felt overwhelmed and surrounded by wolves in sheep’s clothing?? What about barely contained beasts that ripple just below the surface of the huge men that are watching your every move? Trust me, you WILL NOT want to set this one down until the exciting cliffhanger ending! I’m gonna go sit in a corner and color in my adult coloring book while I wait for book two of the series to come out. You can join me, but bring your own colors…I chewed on a few of mine while reading this awesome book.
What an amazing start to a new series. It’s not normally the type of book I read but I really enjoyed it. Even if it isn’t what you normally read I think you should pick up a copy and give it a shot.
May contain small spoiler but I will try to be vague!!
I don’t know where to begin Miss Wicked hit out of the park! You can’t help but fall in love with Marinah I felt all along she was gonna be Cannon Fodder but as usual Holly makes a kick ass warrior out of her. At first I thought I wasn’t going to like the story but Holly proves me wrong every single time. Don’t wait to read this book you will not regret one moment of lost sleep!! Now bring on Warrior