'Shockwave' in the 'Star Kingdom' series by Lindsay Buroker follows the story of Casmir, a roboticist on the run from the authorities for his creations, the killer robots known as crushers. Teaming up with his roommate Kim, they find themselves being hunted and eventually rescued by Captain Bonita and her crew, including the genetically altered cat girl, Qin. The plot revolves around the characters navigating through ethical dilemmas, mysterious pursuits, and unexpected discoveries, all set in a world where genetic modification is illegal. The writing style incorporates realistic characters with flaws and bantering dialogues, creating a mix of intense plot twists and engaging world-building that keeps readers hooked and eager for the next installment.

Characters:

Characters are diverse and well-developed, featuring quirky traits and multi-dimensional personas that evolve throughout the series.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style features witty and humorous dialogues that provide lighthearted banter, enhancing character engagement and overall narrative enjoyment.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot is characterized by intricate intertwining storylines and unexpected twists that keep readers engaged and guessing.

Setting:

The setting features a futuristic galaxy with multiple star systems and weaves themes of genetic modification and ethical dilemmas into its narrative.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast, driven by action and varied plot arcs, with each book having its own mission while contributing to the overarching storyline.

He stepped back with his kludgy remote control, promising to build something better once his prototype proved successful. He tapped a button, and the robot bird sprang off his desk, delicate wings fla...

Notes:

The Star Kingdom series by Lindsay Buroker has eight books available to binge-read.

It features a unique mix of characters including knights, pirates, spies, and genetically modified cat women.

The main character, Casmir, is a roboticist who created killer robots while working for a megalomaniac king.

The dialogue is witty and often humorous, resembling lighthearted banter between friends.

Casmir's friend, Kim, may be portrayed as socially awkward or OCD, yet is a crucial part of the narrative.

The series incorporates multiple storylines that intertwine, keeping readers engaged and guessing.

Despite the action and adventure, romance is not the main focus of the series, although several romantic subplots exist.

Lindsay Buroker's writing includes ethical dilemmas, making readers question characters' moral alignments.

The series is described as a space opera with a rich world-building set in the distant future.

Each book has its own mission and goals, contributing to the overarching plot while providing satisfying conclusions.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Medium content warnings likely relate to themes of violence and the moral implications of genetic modification and artificial intelligence.

Has Romance?

Shockwave contains some elements of romance, though it is not the primary focus of the story.

From The Publisher:

What if being a hero was encoded in your genes? And nobody told you?Casmir Dabrowski would laugh if someone asked him that. After all, he had to build a robot to protect himself from bullies when he was in school.Fortunately, life is a little better these days. He's an accomplished robotics engineer, a respected professor, and he almost never gets picked on in the lunchroom. But he's positive heroics are for other people.Until robot assassins stride onto campus and try to kill him.Forced to flee the work he loves and the only home he's ever known, Casmir catches the first ship into space, where he hopes to buy time to figure out who wants him dead and why. If he can't, he'll never be able to return home.But he soon finds himself entangled with bounty hunters, mercenaries, and pirates, including the most feared criminal in the Star Kingdom: Captain Tenebris Rache.Rache could snap his spine with one cybernetically enhanced finger, but he may be the only person with the answer Casmir desperately needs:What in his genes is worth killing for?

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Shockwave

Lindsay Buroker

Book 1 in the series:Star Kingdom