In the book 'Awaken Me Darkly' by Gena Showalter, readers are introduced to Mia Snow, an alien huntress working for the New Chicago Police Department in a futuristic setting where she battles aliens alongside humans. Mia, a tough and kick-ass heroine, holds a grudge against aliens due to a personal tragedy involving her brother. As she investigates a series of killings with her partner Dallas, a sudden blast of violence leaves Dallas fighting for his life. Mia's mission to rid the world of evil one alien at a time takes a turn when she encounters Kyrin, an Arcadian alien who offers to heal Dallas in exchange for Mia surrendering to his forbidden seduction.
The book is a mix of police procedural, science fiction, and romance, featuring a strong female lead character, Mia Snow, who is determined and resilient in her pursuit of justice. The story unfolds with twists and turns, revealing Mia's personal history, her evolving relationship with Kyrin, and the shocking secrets that challenge her beliefs and loyalties.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Triggers include violence, handling of sensitive topics related to trauma, and adult content.
Has Romance?
While there is a romantic subplot, it is not the main focus of the story, offering a medium level of romantic content.
From The Publisher:
Ridding the world of evil, one alien at a time: that's Mia Snow's mission.
In a time and place not too far away, Mia Snow is an alien huntress for the New Chicago Police Department. Heading up her expert team of Alien Investigation and Removal agents, Mia's unmatched at battling the elusive enemy among us, and she's the perfect girl for the job. She's seen her brother die at the hands of aliens. She's earned each of her scars. And she'll die before she cries. Now, a series of killings have Mia and her partner Dallas tracking alien suspects-but a sudden blast of violence leaves Dallas fighting for his life.
The chance to save Dallas appears in the form of a tall, erotic stranger. An alien. A murder suspect. Kyrin en Arr, of the deadly Arcadian species, holds the power to heal the injured agent but not without a price. For Mia Snow, that price is surrendering to Kyrin's forbidden seduction...and embracing their electric attraction. She's walking a knife's edge, risking her badge and even her life. The closer she gets to Kyrin, the more Mia learns about her own heart, her human needs-and the shocking secret that will shatter everything she's ever believed.
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Ugh no. The premise sounded entertaining enough but there so many faults in this book that makes it impossible to enjoy. The characters a terrible, the plot unnecessary and not in any shape and form sexy. Won't continue with the series which is a shame because I really wanted an alien series to read and binge
Rating between 3½-4 ★
Mia works for A.I.R, Alien Investigation and Removal, and she's their fiercest hunter. She knows she different, just not why. She took the job after one of her brothers was killed by aliens.
During an investigation where humans are turning up dead, she meets Kyrin, an Arcadian and is drawn to him, even though it's her job to hunt and kill him.
I wasn't sure how I'd like this book, never been big on books about aliens, but I am glad I gave in and read it. Gena Showalter is a very good writer and it seems I always end up enjoying her books, no matter the series.
The only downfall, IMHO, is the whole book is in the first person, Mia's POV. It would've been nice to hear Kyrin's side or even one/more of her partners'.
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About the Author:
Gena Showalter is the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of more than fifty novels and multiple series, including the spellbinding Otherworld Assassins, Alien Huntress, and Lords of the Underworld series, her wildly popular young adult novels-Firstlife and Alice in Zombieland-and the highly addictive Original Heartbreakers series. Visit her at GenaShowalter.com.
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