If you love sci-fi mixed with steamy romance, sassy heroines, and brooding, tough heroes with a heart (even if it's part robotic), this series is totally up your alley. The cyborgs aren't just machines - they grapple with humanity, loyalty, desire, and freedom, creating a fun and fast-paced adventure. There’s a great blend of humor, action, and just enough geeky details to keep the world believable. Plus, these stories aren’t afraid to embrace a sweet and spicy side!

Who May Not Like This Book:

If you’re not a fan of instant romance or prefer slower, more developed relationships, the quick pace of Joe and Chloe’s connection might not work for you. Some scenes can feel a bit contrived for the sake of the plot, and readers who want intricate, original twists might find certain plot moments predictable. Those looking for minimal romance elements or a hard sci-fi edge may also wish for more depth and less focus on steamy setups.

Fun, flirty, and action-packed - perfect if you want your robots with a healthy serving of romance (and a little vengeance). Great escape reading for cyborg and sci-fi romance fans!

About:

In 'C791' by Eve Langlais, readers are introduced to a world where military-created cyborgs become self-aware and rebel against their human creators. The story follows X109GI, a cyborg who defies orders to destroy his kind and forms a connection with a woman named Chloe, who unknowingly is also a cyborg. The plot delves into themes of humanity, love, and the evolution of cyborgs into something greater than mere machines. Langlais' writing style expertly blends elements of sci-fi, romance, and action, creating a captivating narrative that keeps readers engaged till the end.

Characters:

The characters include relatable cyborgs exhibiting human-like emotions, with Chloe and Joe at the forefront, supported by a cast that enhances the narrative.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is light and engaging, balancing humor with action and romance while keeping technical jargon minimal.

Plot/Storyline:

The story features cyborgs pursuing revenge against antagonists while navigating twists of betrayal and escape from military forces.

Setting:

The setting is a futuristic realm where cyborgs challenge their identities within a militaristic society, prompting questions about humanity.

Pacing:

The pacing is appropriate for a novella, balancing plot development with character relationships, though some readers wished for more action.

report stated his height at six foot six, with a whopping weight of four hundred and seventy five pounds, most of it deriving from his metal skeletal structure. What the dry statistics failed to relay...

Notes:

The series combines romance and action with cyborg characters.

Cyborgs in the story do not hesitate to punish sexual predators, providing a unique twist on moral dilemmas.

Chloe, a main character, faces a plot twist involving a betrayal between her and the cyborgs.

The characters, especially Joe and Chloe, are described as sympathetic and relatable.

The series includes humorous elements amidst the action and romance, making it more enjoyable.

Cyborgs in the story grapple with their lost humanity and memories due to technological enhancements.

The author skillfully develops the relationship between Joe and Chloe despite typical 'love at first sight' tropes.

Eve Langlais's storytelling is praised for being engaging and easy to follow, even in a novella format.

The series provides a satisfying mix of world-building and character development.

The cyborgs display human qualities and emotions, challenging the perception of what it means to be human.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The story contains themes of violence, betrayal, and references to sexual assault.

Has Romance?

The book contains a strong romantic subplot, prominently featuring the relationship between the protagonists.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

Machines aren't supposed to feel, but this cyborg can't help falling in love. Assigned as a specimen collector for a captured cyborg, Chloe is intrigued by the machine disguised as a man. Kidnapped during his daring escape, he shows her that despite the chip in his brain, his humanity is not completely lost. Formerly known as unit X109GI, Joe is on a quest to discover his origin. While he doesn't find the answers he's looking for, he does discover that affection and lust aren't just for humans. But when it comes to a battle between logic and love, which side will the cybernetic organism-once a man-choose?

2012

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168 pages

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C791

Eve Langlais

Book 1 in the series:Cyborgs: More Than Machines

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