A NIGHT OWL REVIEWS BOOK REVIEW | Reviewed by: Vicci
"Alien Revealed" by Lilly Cain, starts off with a bang that will really grab the reader’s attention; the vivid descriptions of Alinna’s Anxieties, her concern for the passengers of the other aircraft and the ensuing crash landing are so elaborately described for the reader that the entire sequence really delivers a riveting opening to the book.
I really enjoy that although Alinna was an observer, she was not at the top of the list of operatives in her field; her slight ineptness gave credence to her worries over her current situation. Her latest predicament really puts her back against the wall; if discovered by the humans, her command’s diplomatic mission could be compromised, yet if she were to succeed in her objective, the results would benefit both species.
Alinna’s Inarrii’s L’inar nerve lines were one of the most unusually, yet highly erotic aspects of the character; Ms. Cain's choice to visibly display Alinna’s emotional state though their use really adds credibility to the concept of visitations to earth by an alien race. The aspect of Alinna’s need for sexual release further emphasized the alien differences between the races and added a level of sexuality to the character that really enhanced the books overall theme.
The reader can tell from the opening introduction of Major David Brown character, that he is a hard core military. A soldier’s soldier; driven in his need to command his own unit and is willing to endure whatever it takes to achieve that goal. I liked that David was the standard military soldier, yet he was at constant odds with his attraction to Alinna and the ramifications, should he stray in her direction. His dream walking sequence with Alinna was full of sexual intensity and was one of the most satisfying erotic alien encounters that I have read to date.
“Alien Revealed”, is a great read! Ms. Cain’s exceptional character development, extensive use of very human emotions to convey to the reader the depth of each characters personalities and motivations really allows the book to progress at a steady pace. The tantalizing scenes of sexual pleasure were sensually written and truly conveyed to the reader the level of chemistry emanating from the characters. I highly recommend “Alien Revealed” and look forward to reading additional works by Ms. Cain.
Jul 04, 2010 | 9781426890161
5 = Rare - Top Pick | 4.5 = I Loved It - Top Pick | 4 = Good Solid Read
3.5 = Enjoyable | 3 Stars = OK - Needs a few changes | 2 Stars = It just didn't click / DNF
Book Blurb for Alien Revealed
Inarrii agent Alinna Gaerrii was tasked with observing the Starforce base on Earth. Crash landing her observation pod onto the base was not part of her mission briefing. Neither was making m'ittar—mind contact—with Major David Brown, the human who discovered her amongst the wreckage.
David thinks she's a psychologist sent to evaluate his Special Forces team, and Alinna goes along with his misconception, seizing the opportunity to observe humans up close. But their daily contact has unexpected side effects, and Alinna soon invades David's dreams. Through their intimate mental connection she allows him to express his forbidden physical desires.
Alinna delights in the sensory exploration and grows excited by the prospect of a treaty with the humans and a potential life mate in David. But an attack from an unknown ship sends the base into chaos, and Alinna may be forced to reveal her lie, erasing all hope of a successful treaty, and driving David away forever...
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