Lost Among the Stars

This was on overall good story, it was what you expect of sci fi, it took me a bit to adjust to the story tho and I almost DND but it was okay.

In a world where space travel breeds kidnappers, spies, and stalkers, Mandy teams up with Declan in order to save the mission and their lives. The last thing Mandy needs on this trip is a stalker, not to mention an unknown saboteur. Someone doesn’t want her to complete her mission. Betrayal on all sides, she doesn’t know who she can trust. Mandy joins forces with handsome captain Declan of the Phoenix. While she can’t stand his arrogance, he knows how to handle himself, his crew, and his ship. As more accidents happen on the Phoenix, Mandy and Declan share a deep bond. If they make it through this mission, Mandy may be forced to confront her feelings for Declan…or maybe not.

Lost Among the Stars is a science fiction romantic suspense, unlike anything I’ve read before. With the blending of science fiction and romantic suspense, I was hooked from the very first page. The plot moved at a nice easy pace with intriguing characters, an intricate set of action scenes, and a romantic subplot, all set in space. I connected with Mandy and was 100% invested with her and her plight. The sparks flew between her and Declan setting the foundation for the romance. This space opera romance is a bestseller in the making for two reasons: riveting narration and intricate world-building. The world Vicky Burkholder has created is a science fiction reader’s dream. There’s a fair share of space politics but the technology truly captured my imagination. Brilliantly written from start to finish Lost Among the Stars is a must-read. Highly recommend!

My Rating: 5+ stars

This is a book from Netgalley, but my review is based on my thoughts only.

I enjoyed it. The writing was quick and enjoyable, but some of the conversations seemed awkward. The story was extremely slow. A problem I have, which isn’t with the book, is with the author. Her profile is so confusing as to what book is part of what series. I can’t understand if this book is the second book in a series or the first and I can’t find the next book if there is one.

The characters were fun and the world building was really well done. Some of the scenes felt jumpy or like there was a lot of copy and past and no transition. The ending also left a lot of open endings like Mandy’s business and what happens next. I feel like that book could have gone at a faster pace rather then so much time on the ship where not much happened. The romance also confused me. There won’t be any progression and then they get together and fall in love more and then nothing for the next few chapters.

I liked it and I’m glad I read it, but it wasn’t amazing over all.