Hey there. My name’s Zylan, and I’m your friendly neighborhood epic hero.I mean, come on. Look at me and my Alzhon warrior body.I’ve got the strength, stamina, and skill to save the day.So when the Alliance needs someone to rescue a damsel?I’ve got no distress, baby.Dr. Minerva Modine is the woman I need to rescue.The moment I see her, I’ve got the hots for her.It’s like I know immediately that … for her.
It’s like I know immediately that this is my mate.
The one I’ve been waiting for.
She’s all mine. Every inch of her. Even if she doesn’t know it yet.
Mine. Mine. Mine mine mine!
There’s just one problem.
Minerva says she doesn’t want rescuing.
In fact, she’s uncovered a plot that threatens the galaxy.
She’ll do anything to stop it.
Even if it means sacrificing herself.
The Big Bads she’s up against are ruthless.
They’ve boxed my girl in a corner.
But she’s not alone, because I’m there to protect her.
Our enemies don’t know Zylan’s Law #15.
No one puts baby in a corner.
Totally Taken By The Alien is the second book in the Marauder Mates science fiction romance series within the wider Athenaverse. It can be read as a standalone, but it still shares the same universe that you’ve found in other books. This book features a romance of an alpha male alien warrior whose fascination with human culture is about to get very personal, a smart, sassy human woman who puts up with zero nonsense, some characters from the wider Athenaverse, and a cute little many-eyed sidekick with lots of heart. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and HEA guaranteed.
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I like Zylan and Minerva’s story. In the beginning the way he acted to her was so funny. Because how can no one fall for him? His many rules are hilarious, good storyline.
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A fast-paced, action packed alien romance with a dashing epic hero and a brave brilliant doctor. The pilot of the Alliance’s Penetrator, Zylan, is tasked to rescue Minerva Modine, a beautiful doctor with a well known show. When the two meet up it turns out that nothing is as it seems and a simple rescue mission will be anything but. Zylan is a great character and his partner, Kleid, is adorable. I received an advance copy of this book and voluntarily left a review.
I knew this story was going to take me awhile to read and it did. I am so sorry for that. Everyone should really pick up this book. If not any of the others, for sure this one omg…broke my heart a few times but mended it in the end. Zylan ended up being as fantastic as I thought he was. Goofball. Minerva is wonderful too smart a can be and really compassionate. She lucky with Haru. Also, I want a Kleid!!! Seriously!!! Give me Give me Give me!!! Grab this book!! You won’t be disappointed in this one.
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I just loved this book. It was so well-written that it captured my mind and I was dragged along for the ride. Once I started reading I could not put it down until I read the last page.
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In this addition to the series, Zylan lives up to his reputation, sort of. But does that egotistical, arrogant behaviour cover for something deeper? Does Minerva’s altruism make him think about his own life? And his best friend, Kleid, becomes a real character. The chemistry between Zylan and Minerva is there from the beginning. We get reacquainted with some characters from previous installments, but it is not necessary to read them to enjoy this book. The story caught me from the very beginning and didn’t really slow down until the end. There is also a good set up for the next book but it is not a cliffhanger. I read this all in one evening, it was too good to put down.
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I enjoyed reading this book , it has a good storyline. This book is filled with action, intrigue, and is entertaining. The interaction and chemistry between the characters Minerva and Zylan is wonderful. I can’t wait for more from this author. I received this book as a FREE ARC copy to read and I voluntarily leave this review.
Minerva is a doctor and gets involved with some bad things. Zylan is sent to rescue her even if she doesn’t want rescued. Lots of action and a touch of humor as she tries to save everyone even at the expense of herself. Great chemistry between the two and some steam. Love Zylan’s friend/pet Kleid who is spidery. Great story and I enjoyed it and look forward to more of these characters in this quirky and interesting crew! Loved it! I am voluntarily reviewing an arc I received via Booksprout.
I love these books. I think the writing duo of Athena Storm writes witty, funny, adorable, over the top characters that make each story great reads. While this book is part of a series and each consecutive book is set up by the epilogue in the previous book, these can be read as stand alone books. But, seriously, why wouldn’t you read them all. Zylan and Minerva are as opposite as two people can be, he’s cocky, arrogant, self serving, lady’s man. She is a doctor, an investigative journalist, trying to find out what a drug she created for good is really being used for. These two are great together, have intense chemistry, she handles him like a pro, and he is shocked to find himself falling for her. Te book moves quickly, has some twists, turns, some of appearances from characters from previous books. I loved this book and can’t wait for the next!
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The second book in the Marauder Mates series a well written story that had me laughing as I read. Zylan was a big softy with a backbone of steel, Dr. Minerva Modine was a very strong woman that would do anything to safe others. I hope there is going to be more in this series. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I have not been disappointed by this author since I found her books. My first was Yaal. This story has humor which made me laugh, with a alien who is totally unprepared to meet his mate. Zylan our pilot/smuggler and his spider-like pet Kleid was introduced in the book: Sorta Seized by the Alien so for those of us who read that book we had a intro about Zylan but you don’t have to read it, this is a stand-alone. Zylan is assigned to rescue Minerva but Minerva doesn’t want to be rescue until she finished her investigation to save the universe so he’s stays to protect her when he discovers she’s his mate. Of course the clash of personalities, the steamy romance, the battle to the final end made this another delightful story to read and review in this wonderful universe created by Athena Storm. I received this ARC via Booksprout.
MEN ARE THE SAME NO MATTER THE SPECIES
Dr. Minerva Modine, a human and Zylan, an Alzhon, meet while she has designated a mission for herself. She gets herself into a life and death situation and needs help to get out. This story has some serious parts and some deep digs into the typical ‘devil may care’ attitude of some men. I liked the way the story had some intense moments and some hot romantic ones. Kleid became a loveable personality and I can’t wait to see more of him.
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A Galactic Love Connection.
I loved this Intergalactic couple. They reminded me of a Hollywood movie couple (like Hanks and Ryan or Gere and Roberts) that’s how well Minerva and Zylan are written to play off each other’s sexual chemistry, comedic timing, and interaction with others.
The other supporting characters especially Fields is so important for relief and to keep the story moving along. He plays a vital role at the end and surprises both.
There is another book in this series coming out soon but this is certainly a book that can be read as a stand-alone so therefore I’m definitely recommending this book for your reading enjoyment and pleasure. Peace.
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Gurtal, Zylan and the crew are sent to find a missing celebrity doctor, Dr. Minerva Modine. Turns out she snuck onto the enemy planet to find the source of a mysterious deadly virus that only strikes humans, but seems to be connected to that one particular planet. She doesn’t want to be rescued by Zylan until she finds and destroys the virus. Zylan is such a character and I love all of his rules he has. Minerva leads him astray and eventually talks him into helping her, along with the rest of the crew. I love that Athena brings in characters from the previous books to help out in the crisis. I absolutely love this series!
Zylan (you remember Zylan, right?) is tasked with rescuing Minerva from the Ataxia Coalition’s clutches. She is a scientist and a media star with her own Medical Minutes show, and when Zylan finds her and announces he’s there to save the day, she’s having none of it. Instead, she wants him to take her to the mines so that she can investigate what the drugs she has produced are actually being used for. Zylan says no dice, but she marches on with him in her wake.
This series of books are funny, absorbing tales of navigating around the war between Ataxia and the Alliance, and I am really enjoying them!
Minerva is a celebrity doctor that has disappeared and the Alliance sends Guntral, Zylan and his crew of misfits to rescue her. But she doesn’t want to be rescued. To her her work isn’t done yet and the fate of the human race hangs in the balance. Zylan isn’t going to leave her, she’s worth the fight she’s his mate. Zylan is a character that has alot of rules that he mad up, so to give in to someone else is a big thing. I just love Athena’s books.
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Minerva risks her life to save others!
by sewsummore
Minerva was a human woman who had degrees in both Medicine and Journalism a Media Celebrity due to her video program about healthy lifestyles for the IHC. Minerva was also known as “sex symbol” because of her beauty, and when she disappeared soon after arrival on a neutral planet and the crew of the Penetrator were tasked to find and retrieve her. Zylan, an ex smuggler was told to infiltrate the city while the of the crew waited off planet. Finding her was easy but getting her to agree was another matter since she had discovered a plot to kill hundreds a humans with a virus. Zylan had never met a woman like her before, she was beautiful and smart, together they managed to steal samples of the virus and escape the planet. Their time together though dangerous also allowed the chemistry between them to sky rocket and before long they were lovers as well. This book was full of danger and drama as they fought to neutralise the virus. There was suspense and fear when Minerva was exposed to the deadly virus as well, but you will have to read the book if you want to know if she survives.
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I totally enjoyed reading this intriguing Sci-Fi alien romance with a humorous, well-written plot that holds the reader’s attention until the end. The characters are well-developed & interesting with strong-willed personalities although one of them has an attitude & mentality of a playboy & soon discovers that what the heart wants cannot be denied. There are character crossovers from another series but this book is complete & standalone.
There is: a rather cocky Alzhon bad boy alien warrior (Zylan) & his weird alien pet (Klied) goes to rescue a sassy human female doctor (Minerva) only to discover that she is his mate & does not want to be rescue, drama, intrigue, twists & turns, intrigue, adventure, action, a lot of humor, various kinds of aliens, a mutated virus, danger, threats, enemies, villains, vengeful feelings, confrontations, violence, conflict, defiance, self-sacrifice, attractions, compromises, decisions, declarations, friendship, unexpected surprises, love, contentment, some steam & a happy conclusion for this couple, there is a intriguing epilogue that will continue in the next book of this series.
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This was a quick fun story. I liked the characters, they were fairly fleshed out for this length of book. There were some editing issues but the author noted the story was still undergoing editing so I didn’t deduct for that.
Zylan is an Epic Hero, just ask him!
by Goddess of Chaos
The epilogue of the previous story sets the events of this one in motion, and while the details of those events are eventually revealed here, I’m glad I came in to this story having read that epilogue first.
Zylan is a self-proclaimed hero, a supporting character in Gurtal’s story, he swaggers to center stage here and really shines.
Minerva is a reporter capable of covering more than fashion and fluff. When she catches wind of a real story she sets out to prove herself professionally… it is time her brains were noticed.
By the end of the story, I had a fresh appreciation not only for how a hero behaves, but what a hero looks and acts like.
Haru proved to be a fascinating subplot about not only prejudice and stereotypes, but also honor.
A delightful quick read that continued to expand the Universe, and provided some nice callbacks/references to earlier stories in the series.
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