Pets in Space - Review to follow

Apologies - I had intended to publish a review of one of the stories in this fantastic anthology, but have had a few problems and wasn't able to do so on the day scheduled for my post. I am so sorry, and will post the review as soon as I can!

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Pets in Space Book 7 - Book Blast and Review

This is my stop during the book blitz for Pets in Space 7. Pets in Space 7 is a limited edition anthology with 13 brand new action packed science fiction romance stories with pets as an integral part of the action.

10% of all pre-orders and the first month’s royalties of Pets in Space 7 will be donated to the Hero-Dogs.org charity.  (and as readers of this blog will know, I just love dogs, and all animals in fact and try to include at least one in my own stories!)

This book blitz is organized by Lola's Blog Tours. The book blitz runs from 4 till 24 October. See the tour schedule here: http://www.lolasblogtours.net/book-blitz-pets-in-space-7/

Pets in Space 7
By S.E. Smith, R.J. Blain, Grace Goodwin, Skye MacKinnon, Carol Van Natta, Honey Phillips, Carysa Locke, S.J. Pajonas, JC Hay, Kyndra Hatch, Leslie Chase, Winnie Winkle and Candace Colt
Genre: Science Fiction Romance
Age category: Adult
Release Date: 4 October 2022

Blurb:
Pets in Space® is back for a new year of adventures!

Pets in Space is back and better than ever! Featuring 13 original, never-before-released stories from some of today's bestselling science fiction romance authors, starring your favorite sci-fi pets. These furry, feathered, and slightly alien friends are always ready for a new adventure with their two-legged human and alien companions. From dogs to cats to sea creatures and unicorns, these romantic tales show that pets are more than just animals – they’re family.

This limited-edition anthology includes novellas by some of the biggest names in science fiction romance. New York Times Bestseller S.E. Smith and USA Today Bestsellers R.J. Blain, Grace Goodwin, Skye MacKinnon, Carol Van Natta, Honey Phillips, Carysa Locke, S.J. Pajonas, JC Hay, and Kyndra Hatch, plus Leslie Chase, Winnie Winkle, and Candace Colt.

The Pets in Space 7 authors continue their vital support of Hero-Dogs.org, the non-profit charity that

improves quality of life for veterans of the U.S. military and first-responders with disabilities.

Don't miss out — grab this limited-edition anthology before it's too late!

Links:
- Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61639224-pets-in-space-7
- Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/books/pets-in-space-7-a-science-fiction-romance-anthology-by-skye-mackinnon-and-kyndra-hatch
- Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B6Z1VZS9
- B&N: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w?ean=2940185732106
- Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/ebook/pets-in-space-7-a-science-fiction-romance-anthology
- Google Play: https://books.google.com/books/about?id=A3R8EAAAQBAJ
- Apple: https://books.apple.com/book/id6443174447
- All buy links: https://petsinspacebooks.com/PISA-7

Pets in Space links:
- Website: https://petsinspacebooks.com
- Pets in Space® Facebook Readers Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PetsInSpace/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/PetsInSpaceBks
- Newsletter Signup: https://petsinspacebooks.com/subscribe/

Hero-Dogs Charity
Proud supporters of Hero-Dogs.org, Pets in Space® authors have donated over $16,500 in the past six years to help place specially trained dogs with veterans and first responders. 10% of all pre-orders and the first month’s royalties of Pets in Space 7 will again go to Hero-Dogs.org. Open your hearts and grab your limited release copy of Pets in Space 7 today so they can continue to assist this worthy charity! https://www.hero-dogs.org/ 

MY REVIEW

Dogs, cats, sea creatures, feathered friends, dragons and unicorns, they're all amazing and easy to love. So many great stories and it's hard to choose my favourites, but I've picked just two for special mention.

The first one  is Wynter and the Stone Dragon. I loved this story. From the dramatic beginning to the satisfying conclusion it drew me right in. The romance which is only hinted at in the beginning of the story builds to a sizzling conclusion, but there are many pitfalls before the h.e.a. can happen.

The stone dragon himself is a unique and original take on dragons in general, and Wynter has a bond with him that is almost as important as the love interest. I won't put any spoilers here, but there are many twists and turns to the plot and enough action and suspense for a full length novel or novella.

An Entanglement of Griffins by Carol Van Netta - A young woman who can both empathise and talk telepathically to genetically engineered pet griffins, to put it simpl, and a pirate unused to actually living planetside, whose mission is to rescue her when her space flitter is shot down and the griffins she has been caring for at her sanctuary are kidnapped. This is just the start. There are many dangers ahead, friends and enemies and occasionally recalcitrant griffins, and some fascinating scientific innovations.  

Lark Sutrio and space pirate Pym Okaansson are far too busy working to save the griffins to admit to their mutual attraction, but it's there all the same, sitting quietly in the background. The story builds to a dramatic climax and an optimistic ending. I really enjoyed this original and satisfying SF romance.

These are just two of my favourite stories in this brilliant collection. The other stories in this collection are just as good. They are varied and unusual and whatever your taste in science fiction romance and alien animal preference, or choice of heat rating, there is sure to be something to delight you here. (And don't forget each purchase helps Hero-Dogs.org)

Five Stars

The Authors:
- S.E. Smith: https://sesmithfl.com/  
- R.J. Blain: https://www.thesneakykittycritic.com/  
- Grace Goodwin: http://gracegoodwin.com/  
- Skye MacKinnon: https://skyemackinnon.com/index.html 

- Carol Van Natta: https://author.carolvannatta.com/   
- Honey Phillips: https://www.honeyphillips.com/  
- Carysa Locke: https://www.carysalocke.com/  
- S.J. Pajonas: https://www.spajonas.com/  
- JC Hay: http://jchay.com/  
- Kyndra Hatch: https://kyndrahatch.com/
- Leslie Chase: https://leslie-chase.com/  
- Winnie Winkle: https://wwinkle.com/   
- Candace Colt: https://candacecolt.com/

 

 

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