Starbreaker

by Amanda Bouchet

Overview

In this thrilling and sexy sci-fi fantasy romance from USA Today bestselling author Amanda Bouchet, a space pirate and her charming rebel face off against unimaginable odds. They never wanted to be heroes, but pulling off the impossible is what they do best.

Captain Tess Bailey and rebel Shade Ganavan top the galaxy's Most Wanted list for more than one ruthless bounty hunter. With revolution in the wind and the universe on the brink of catastrophic war, their situation couldn't be more desperate. But that doesn't stop rebel leaders from sending them on another dangerous mission: a prison break that could alter worlds.

The clock is ticking. As their attraction builds and secrets are revealed, Tess and Shade must decide if they trust each other enough to execute the challenge before them. Together they could change the course of history, but to do so, they'll risk everything…their lives, their freedom, and a growing connection neither can live without.

What people are saying about Bouchet's bestselling paranormal romance:

"Tess and Shade are my new favorite romance couple."—Entertainment Weekly for Nightchaser

"Breathtakingly hot."—Booklist STARRED REVIEW

"Chock-full of intrigue, heroism, conflict, and sexual tension."—Kirkus STARRED REVIEW

"Out-of-this-world."—JENNIFER ESTEP, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781492667162
Publisher:	Sourcebooks
Publication date:	04/28/2020
Series:	Nightchaser , #2
Pages:	448
Sales rank:	390,746
Product dimensions:	4.20(w) x 6.70(h) x 1.40(d)
Age Range:	3 Months

About the Author

Amanda Bouchet is a USA Today bestselling author of Fantasy Romance and Sci-fi Romance. She was a Goodreads Choice Awards top 10 finalist for Best Debut in 2016. For more about Amanda’s books with equal parts adventure and kissing, connect with her at www.amandabouchet.com.

Editorial Reviews

"The Nightchaser space opera continues with tons of action, romance, pathos, and fascinating worldbuilding. Another brilliant odyssey from Bouchet." — Kirkus STARRED Review

"Riveting action, intergalactic adventure, and sizzling romance kept me on the edge of my seat until the very last page!" — Jessie Mihalik, author of Polaris Rising

"Bouchet opens up the world, but never loses the heart of her story: Tess & Shade. I didn't think I could love them more. I was wrong. Rich worldbuilding and deep character arcs abound. Be prepared to devour STARBREAKER." — Chelsea Mueller, author of The Soul Charmer series

"Starbreaker is full of high-stakes action, game-changing revelations, and intriguing characters who will steal your heart." — Jennifer Estep, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Crown of Shards series

"Starbreaker is a dynamic ride, by turns steamy, thrilling, and deliciously romantic. This epic tale zooms between narrow escapes and daring rescues. Where do I sign up to be on the crew?" — Jeffe Kennedy, RITA® Award-winning author of The Orchid Throne and The Fiery Crown

"In Bouchet's hands, new loves and old loyalties come together like a match strike. Starbreaker's passion and adventure burn even in the cold of space." — Maria Vale, author of The Last Wolf

"Once again, Bouchet presents a fully imagined and continually surprising world and an alluring cast." — Booklist STARRED Review

"Bouchet amps up the action and shock factor." — Library Journal

"Wow, what a thrilling ride! Bouchet is a queen at world-building and creating characters with depth, strength, and vulnerability. What I love most about Bouchet's voice and style is her ability to weave a gripping story with equal parts heart and heroism while taking the reader on a riveting ride. STARBREAKER is a prime example of sci-fi romance at its best!" — Juliette Cross, author of the Stay a Spell series

From the Publisher

03/01/2020

Capt. Tess Bailey and her crew of Nightchasers delivered the supersoldier serum made from her blood to the leadership of the rebellion. Now they've been handed an impossible mission: rescue a scientist from the most impregnable prison in the known universe. Tess forgave Shade for betraying her to the Dark Watch the first time, but she still has doubts about his loyalty, and he knows it. As they continue to work for the rebellion, the Overseer announces a plan to crush the rebellion once and for all, and they only have six months to stop him. Unfortunately, for Tess, the hits keep coming as her world turns upside down and Shade is her only stability. VERDICT Bouchet amps up the action and shock factor in this sequel to Nightchaser, while further rounding out the characters, relationships, and plans for this universe. Libraries owning the first book definitely need this one, and others may want to go ahead and get both.—Melanie C. Duncan, Washington Memorial Lib., Macon, GA

Library Journal

★ 2020-01-26
Tess Bailey and her crew agree to a rescue mission which is practically suicidal, but as they prepare, she discovers deep secrets about her past that may give her and her rebel allies more leverage in their battle for freedom from the Galactic Overseer, though at great cost.

Nightchaser Tess Bailey, her ship, Endeavor, and her rebel crew—which now includes her lover, Shade Ganavan, until recently a Dark Watch bounty hunter—have been given the task of freeing Reena Ahern, a scientist who could save Demeter Terre, a planet that was poisoned by the Galactic Overseer when it stood up to him, killing 90% of its population. Unfortunately, Reena is imprisoned on Starbase 12, “the most secure place in the known universe.” First, though, Tess and Shade have a meeting with her uncle, Nathaniel Bridgebane, second-in-command to the Overseer, during which Tess realizes her uncle is likely an ally. They also meet his lieutenant, Sanaa Mwende, who joins their crew and helps Tess get a clearer picture of the dangerous game her uncle has played all these years. As the crew prepares for their rescue mission, Tess' first love reappears; then the crew agrees to a smaller job liberating some food supplies during a Dark Watch personnel switch and wind up rescuing hundreds of people the Overseer captured for their superblood—which, like Tess', is impervious to disease and heals extremely quickly. The stakes rise as people across the galaxy are about to be tagged and tracked, all in order to find the blood that will be used to create an army of supersoldiers, annihilating any possible rebellion. Help for their mission also leads to more secrets regarding Tess’ past being revealed, setting up more hope and more danger for the next book in the series. The Nightchaser space opera continues with tons of action, romance, pathos, and fascinating worldbuilding.

Another brilliant odyssey from Bouchet.

Kirkus Reviews