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Aunare Chronicles #3
On Mission
Amihanna di Aetes has finally accepted her place in the Aunare world. In a matter of weeks, she’ll marry Lorne and become their High Queen, but no matter how hard she tries, she finds that she’s always doing the wrong thing. At least that’s what the High Council keeps telling her…
There’s only so much rejection a girl can take, which means she’s spending her days trying to get out of High Council meetings. She’s going back to what she does best: teaching and training. Preparing to invade Earth is a much better use of her time.
But when SpaceTech tries to attack her again, it sets off a chain of events no one can stop.
After weeks of refusing Lorne’s request for a meeting, the Aunare’s allies invite them to a neutral system, but nothing can stop this war now. Amihanna’s done pretending to be a politician and can only be who she is. A fighter. A leader. A warrior.
Amihanna isn’t the queen the Aunare want. But she is the queen the Aunare need.
There’s only so much rejection a girl can take, which means she’s spending her days trying to get out of High Council meetings. She’s going back to what she does best: teaching and training. Preparing to invade Earth is a much better use of her time.
But when SpaceTech tries to attack her again, it sets off a chain of events no one can stop.
After weeks of refusing Lorne’s request for a meeting, the Aunare’s allies invite them to a neutral system, but nothing can stop this war now. Amihanna’s done pretending to be a politician and can only be who she is. A fighter. A leader. A warrior.
Amihanna isn’t the queen the Aunare want. But she is the queen the Aunare need.
464 pages, Paperback
First published July 27, 2021
About the author
Aileen Erin
24 books1,663 followersAileen Erin is half-Irish, half-Mexican and 100% nerd-from Star Wars (prequels don’t count) to Star Trek (TNG FTW), she reads Quenya and some Sindarin, and has a severe fascination with the supernatural. Aileen has a BS in Radio-TV-Film from the University of Texas at Austin, and an MFA in Writing Popular Fiction from Seton Hill University. She lives with her husband, daughter, and mischievous mini bernedoodle in Texas, and spends her days doing her favorite things: reading books, creating worlds, and kicking ass.
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July 28, 2021
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After reading the In Command novella before this, I was SO ready to get to this book and it did not disappoint. As far as sequels go, I thought this was stronger than the second book, Off Balance and so that was a really nice surprise. I'm totally here for Ami, all the time, I always will be after reading Off Planet but it was so nice to get to have more of her and Lorne on this level where they're connecting. And the fun doses of drama were always present as ever. This book sets up for the next one perfectly, I would now like my time machine so I can skip ahead to read On Destiny. Thanks so much to the publisher and NetGalley for an eARC of this in exchange for my honest review.
After reading the In Command novella before this, I was SO ready to get to this book and it did not disappoint. As far as sequels go, I thought this was stronger than the second book, Off Balance and so that was a really nice surprise. I'm totally here for Ami, all the time, I always will be after reading Off Planet but it was so nice to get to have more of her and Lorne on this level where they're connecting. And the fun doses of drama were always present as ever. This book sets up for the next one perfectly, I would now like my time machine so I can skip ahead to read On Destiny. Thanks so much to the publisher and NetGalley for an eARC of this in exchange for my honest review.
October 8, 2021
I have received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
On Mission is the third installment of the Aunare Chronicles. So far I've been really enjoying this series and after finishing this one I'm all kinds of excited for the next installment. Especially when I get to be reunited with Ami all over again.
Her connection with Lorne was definitely developing much faster in this one and I'm not complaining one freaking bit. I've been desperately craving for it too. There's just something about their connection that makes me beyond happy and I'm hoping for lots of good things in the near future.
As for everything else? Well the drama came, stayed for a bit, and then left. It had me completely sucked in and hanging off the edge of my seat. I think that's pretty much why I devoured this huge book so quickly. I'd like to think it's because I'm just a fast reader in general but these books are just a next level of fun for me.
In the end, I'm probably not prepared for the next book but I definitely need it in my hands soon!
On Mission is the third installment of the Aunare Chronicles. So far I've been really enjoying this series and after finishing this one I'm all kinds of excited for the next installment. Especially when I get to be reunited with Ami all over again.
Her connection with Lorne was definitely developing much faster in this one and I'm not complaining one freaking bit. I've been desperately craving for it too. There's just something about their connection that makes me beyond happy and I'm hoping for lots of good things in the near future.
As for everything else? Well the drama came, stayed for a bit, and then left. It had me completely sucked in and hanging off the edge of my seat. I think that's pretty much why I devoured this huge book so quickly. I'd like to think it's because I'm just a fast reader in general but these books are just a next level of fun for me.
In the end, I'm probably not prepared for the next book but I definitely need it in my hands soon!
September 19, 2021
3.5/5🌟
On Mission is the 3rd book in the Aunare Chronicles, Amihanna's still kicking ass and her character arc is wonderful. We see her as a teenager trying to survive in the first book, and now, a High Queen who's determined to do what is best for her people.
Aileen Erin's writing style is beautiful and descriptive. The world-building and alien races are interesting and creative. Plot-wise, I love how political it is despite it being slow-paced. The author has balanced the action, intrigue, romance, and mystery well.
Overall, On Mission is a good continuation of the Aunare Chronicles. It's more politically focused and has set the tone for the next book! Can't wait to read the next installment.
Thanks so much Aileen Erin and Netgalley for the galley. All thoughts and opinions are mine.
On Mission is the 3rd book in the Aunare Chronicles, Amihanna's still kicking ass and her character arc is wonderful. We see her as a teenager trying to survive in the first book, and now, a High Queen who's determined to do what is best for her people.
Aileen Erin's writing style is beautiful and descriptive. The world-building and alien races are interesting and creative. Plot-wise, I love how political it is despite it being slow-paced. The author has balanced the action, intrigue, romance, and mystery well.
Overall, On Mission is a good continuation of the Aunare Chronicles. It's more politically focused and has set the tone for the next book! Can't wait to read the next installment.
Thanks so much Aileen Erin and Netgalley for the galley. All thoughts and opinions are mine.
December 12, 2021
I don't know if it's just me, but Aileen Erin's books seem to be getting darker as of late. She really loves to torture her characters. 😅
This one took me quite a while to finish. While there's the usual constant action and high stakes, I just didn't feel compelled at any stage to keep reading and find out what would happen. There's a lot of miscommunication and preparation and political wrangling, but it took a while to really build to anything, especially as this was book three. Some characters were forgotten about and then added in near the end (Declan), and others seemed to disappear mid-scene and reappear pages later. I don't think there's anything altogether surprising that takes place, but as usual the characters make this a compelling read nonetheless.
This one took me quite a while to finish. While there's the usual constant action and high stakes, I just didn't feel compelled at any stage to keep reading and find out what would happen. There's a lot of miscommunication and preparation and political wrangling, but it took a while to really build to anything, especially as this was book three. Some characters were forgotten about and then added in near the end (Declan), and others seemed to disappear mid-scene and reappear pages later. I don't think there's anything altogether surprising that takes place, but as usual the characters make this a compelling read nonetheless.
July 30, 2021
As usual Lorne and Amihanna are fighting at the home front and on other planets with allies that are not what they seem to be. We are introduced to a couple of Lorne's acquaintances that are seemingly attempting to help. Declan is still MIA. Amihanna is continuing to develop her fighting skills. Lorne has his hands full with Amihanna and his planet. Really enjoyed Amihanna kicking some butt. Story is steady paced and has lots of action.
August 11, 2021
While I love this series, this instalment was a bit of a struggle. Some of the things I liked about Amihanna during the first book and somewhat in the second ended up irritating me this time around — her stubbornness and recklessness with her health and well-being went beyond “tough” to just being immature. I kept feeling that her and Lorne were making too many stupid decisions and it was entirely obvious what the consequences would be.
The slow burn and ultimate joining of Amihanna and Lorne in the second book was close to perfect and I didn’t get any of that in this instalment. I did love to see a little more of the world building with the other races and some of the political undertones, but I wanted more.
The plot was also a little all-over the pace and sometimes very slow moving. But there were some really great action scenes that also kept me reading too late into the night. Again, I just wanted more — the story is dragging a little too much and I felt a little lost at times.
I still have high hopes for the final book in the series, but I will need less immaturity and a more cohesive story than what we got in On Mission.
The slow burn and ultimate joining of Amihanna and Lorne in the second book was close to perfect and I didn’t get any of that in this instalment. I did love to see a little more of the world building with the other races and some of the political undertones, but I wanted more.
The plot was also a little all-over the pace and sometimes very slow moving. But there were some really great action scenes that also kept me reading too late into the night. Again, I just wanted more — the story is dragging a little too much and I felt a little lost at times.
I still have high hopes for the final book in the series, but I will need less immaturity and a more cohesive story than what we got in On Mission.
October 16, 2023
This book suffers because
(a) male hero has become clingy emo anxiety case
(b) incredible bad planning that leads to inevitable bad outcomes.
It's hard to respect our heroic couple just 100% failing to think ahead
I'm still reading though.
(a) male hero has become clingy emo anxiety case
(b) incredible bad planning that leads to inevitable bad outcomes.
It's hard to respect our heroic couple just 100% failing to think ahead
I'm still reading though.
August 9, 2021
After In Command, I had high hopes for some amazing political wrangling in this book. Unfortunately, that’s not exactly what I got.
After the events of the last book (and novella), it’s pretty clear that SpaceTech is coming for the Aunare sooner rather than later. But due to parts of the Alliance treaty, Lorne acting preemptively against them could lead to the other parties allying with SpaceTech. On top of that, the other members of the Alliance are still refusing to talk to Lorne, so he agrees to a diplomatic meeting on the Yhona home planet of Telnon. But SpaceTech always attacks in threes, and something’s not right with the alliance – or with Amihanna. Stymied at every turn by people who seem to care more about political machinations than their own people, Ami’s trying to figure out what her new purpose in life is. With time running out, can they figure out how to save the Aunare.. without sacrificing themselves?
First off, I still really like Amihanna. I was especially touched by the revelation that she still keeps her go bags, and that she had the rest of her security team make them, too. Sure, she’s practically the High Queen now, but the Ami I started out rooting for was the kid just trying to survive in Albuquerque. For his part, Lorne makes some typically dumb Lorne decisions, but I’ve gotten more used to the idea of him and Ami as a couple, and there was one scene that I found really quite sweet.
I liked seeing a new planet and new alien races. Telnon was interesting, but there seemed to be a lot of implications of things going on behind the scenes that never explicitly gelled. There wasn’t too much about the other allies besides the Yhona (basically space Switzerland) and Vyic, who’s kinda Lorne’s friend but also kind of not and who basically defies description. And since we’re talking about Vyic, I noticed it a bit in the novella as well, but there’s a few off-handed comments about God – Amihanna offering up all her worries to God, praying, etc – that stuck out strangely, especially since she wasn’t particularly religious before.
My main critique of the book is that it felt disjointed. There’s the main plot about winning allies in the war against SpaceTech, which involves going to Telnon. Then there’s preparation for the actual war, which Amihanna is convinced needs to involve them going to Earth. Then there’s the latest series of SpaceTech attacks against Amihanna. Then there’s the matter of where the heck are Declan and Ahiga??? And there’s the whole bit about Lorne and Amihanna navigating their personal relationship while all that other stuff is going on. Each of these plot lines moved forward, some more than others, but in ways that never quite connected. I spent sections of the book not quite sure where the plot was supposed to be going.
Even more frustrating, I found it a lot harder to suspend disbelief in this book. OK, two day limit to declare war, that’s weird, but I can get that. OK, sure, totally normal for the High King and (future) Queen to go on dangerous missions! But after listening to Lorne’s internal monologue for the past book-and-a-novella, the thing that really broke my brain was that I couldn’t believe that he’d agree to travel on a separate ship from Amihanna. Of course that doesn’t go well, and it sets the stage for Ami being ill for the rest of the book. Now, to be honest, one of my favorite things about Amihanna is how she perseveres even when drastically ill, but the way she reacted to this particular threat seemed foolhardy in the extreme. I couldn’t understand her and Lorne’s motivations at all.
Overall, I left this book feeling confused about the direction the series is going in (back to Earth, I guess?). I’ll probably pick up the final book just because I want closure about what happens with Amihanna, but I won’t have high expectations for it.
I received an advance review copy of this book from NetGalley. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
After the events of the last book (and novella), it’s pretty clear that SpaceTech is coming for the Aunare sooner rather than later. But due to parts of the Alliance treaty, Lorne acting preemptively against them could lead to the other parties allying with SpaceTech. On top of that, the other members of the Alliance are still refusing to talk to Lorne, so he agrees to a diplomatic meeting on the Yhona home planet of Telnon. But SpaceTech always attacks in threes, and something’s not right with the alliance – or with Amihanna. Stymied at every turn by people who seem to care more about political machinations than their own people, Ami’s trying to figure out what her new purpose in life is. With time running out, can they figure out how to save the Aunare.. without sacrificing themselves?
“I wasn’t going back to Earth how I left. I was going back stronger.
I was a warrior.
I was a leader.
I was the person that was destined to take down SpaceTech.”
First off, I still really like Amihanna. I was especially touched by the revelation that she still keeps her go bags, and that she had the rest of her security team make them, too. Sure, she’s practically the High Queen now, but the Ami I started out rooting for was the kid just trying to survive in Albuquerque. For his part, Lorne makes some typically dumb Lorne decisions, but I’ve gotten more used to the idea of him and Ami as a couple, and there was one scene that I found really quite sweet.
I liked seeing a new planet and new alien races. Telnon was interesting, but there seemed to be a lot of implications of things going on behind the scenes that never explicitly gelled. There wasn’t too much about the other allies besides the Yhona (basically space Switzerland) and Vyic, who’s kinda Lorne’s friend but also kind of not and who basically defies description. And since we’re talking about Vyic, I noticed it a bit in the novella as well, but there’s a few off-handed comments about God – Amihanna offering up all her worries to God, praying, etc – that stuck out strangely, especially since she wasn’t particularly religious before.
My main critique of the book is that it felt disjointed. There’s the main plot about winning allies in the war against SpaceTech, which involves going to Telnon. Then there’s preparation for the actual war, which Amihanna is convinced needs to involve them going to Earth. Then there’s the latest series of SpaceTech attacks against Amihanna. Then there’s the matter of where the heck are Declan and Ahiga??? And there’s the whole bit about Lorne and Amihanna navigating their personal relationship while all that other stuff is going on. Each of these plot lines moved forward, some more than others, but in ways that never quite connected. I spent sections of the book not quite sure where the plot was supposed to be going.
“Your mission can be so much bigger than what you keep going back to.”
Even more frustrating, I found it a lot harder to suspend disbelief in this book. OK, two day limit to declare war, that’s weird, but I can get that. OK, sure, totally normal for the High King and (future) Queen to go on dangerous missions! But after listening to Lorne’s internal monologue for the past book-and-a-novella, the thing that really broke my brain was that I couldn’t believe that he’d agree to travel on a separate ship from Amihanna. Of course that doesn’t go well, and it sets the stage for Ami being ill for the rest of the book. Now, to be honest, one of my favorite things about Amihanna is how she perseveres even when drastically ill, but the way she reacted to this particular threat seemed foolhardy in the extreme. I couldn’t understand her and Lorne’s motivations at all.
Overall, I left this book feeling confused about the direction the series is going in (back to Earth, I guess?). I’ll probably pick up the final book just because I want closure about what happens with Amihanna, but I won’t have high expectations for it.
I received an advance review copy of this book from NetGalley. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
December 31, 2021
Although Aileen Erin is my favorite author, you may notice that it took me many months to read this book. I apologize to the author and publishing company for that, as I was suffering with my chronic eye problems and couldn't read anything digitally for a while. I'm doing much better now that I have a special reading tablet, so I was able to finish this book.
Onto the actual review, I quite enjoyed this story for Lorne and Amihanna. Towards the end especially, I was so caught up in the action and events that I didn't event notice time passing. Each book in this series is filled with lots of action and life or death situations...
...situations that start to feel repetitive. I've said this since probably the first book in this series, but I have been getting tired of Amihanna constantly becoming close to death, or actually dying in some cases. I feel like the length of this book could have been cut down significantly, because there was a loooot of repetitive "Amihanna sacrifices herself and then becomes close to death which scares Lorne and leads to a healing pod" going on.
I'm excited for the conclusion to this series, but also a bit sad that the next book will be the last. I love Lorne and Amihanna as a couple, and I want more private moments for them. Those two never get a break! Maybe Aileen Erin will write another novella where we get to see Lorne and Amihanna living life normally after they've defeated Space Tech? Speaking of which, I can't wait to see how they take down Space Tech, but I'm also a bit scared for the characters. I sincerely hope that all the characters are fine and everyone important makes it out alive!
I hope you found this review helpful.
Onto the actual review, I quite enjoyed this story for Lorne and Amihanna. Towards the end especially, I was so caught up in the action and events that I didn't event notice time passing. Each book in this series is filled with lots of action and life or death situations...
...situations that start to feel repetitive. I've said this since probably the first book in this series, but I have been getting tired of Amihanna constantly becoming close to death, or actually dying in some cases. I feel like the length of this book could have been cut down significantly, because there was a loooot of repetitive "Amihanna sacrifices herself and then becomes close to death which scares Lorne and leads to a healing pod" going on.
I'm excited for the conclusion to this series, but also a bit sad that the next book will be the last. I love Lorne and Amihanna as a couple, and I want more private moments for them. Those two never get a break! Maybe Aileen Erin will write another novella where we get to see Lorne and Amihanna living life normally after they've defeated Space Tech? Speaking of which, I can't wait to see how they take down Space Tech, but I'm also a bit scared for the characters. I sincerely hope that all the characters are fine and everyone important makes it out alive!
I hope you found this review helpful.
June 25, 2021
On Mission is a tad more serious than the last titles in this series, probably owing to the necessity of politics as part of the plot instrument. I found the pace a bit slower compared to what I personally prefer. Action also appears less often compared to previous titles.
However, I loved seeing how Amihanna gets herself settled into her new role as a future Queen. Taking back control is a big theme in this book, which is a powerful message for those who’ve been through tough times �� especially those who suffered at others’ hands much like our main character.
Readers who raved about Lorne x Amihanna romance in the previous book will find themselves wanting. Their romance is minimal in terms of proportion, but still meaningful and sweet.
In contrary to other readers of the ARC, I wasn’t particularly raving about this title, but that’s more likely due to my current mood rather than the writing. In spite of that, I’m eager to read the conclusion to this series!
I sincerely thank the publishers via NetGalley for pre-approving me for all their titles on NetGalley.
All opinions are my own and are based on the advanced digital review copy.
However, I loved seeing how Amihanna gets herself settled into her new role as a future Queen. Taking back control is a big theme in this book, which is a powerful message for those who’ve been through tough times �� especially those who suffered at others’ hands much like our main character.
Readers who raved about Lorne x Amihanna romance in the previous book will find themselves wanting. Their romance is minimal in terms of proportion, but still meaningful and sweet.
In contrary to other readers of the ARC, I wasn’t particularly raving about this title, but that’s more likely due to my current mood rather than the writing. In spite of that, I’m eager to read the conclusion to this series!
I sincerely thank the publishers via NetGalley for pre-approving me for all their titles on NetGalley.
All opinions are my own and are based on the advanced digital review copy.
August 19, 2021
I absolutely loved the first two books in this series (and liked the novella) so I had been anxiously awaiting the release since it was pushed back a couple of times. I’m so disappointed. The plot felt really slow compared to previous books and there was the non stop “I feel X but I can’t tell Lorne/Amihanna” that we’ve seen previously. Are they ever going to actually start communicating? There’s such a lack of character growth, despite Amihanna finally agreeing to what she did in the end. As another commenter said, Amihanna’s dogged stubbornness and recklessness feel immature and irritating at this point. As a woman, I was uncomfortable by her constant insistence at denying her own needs because she had to be the one to save the day. You can be a hero without being a martyr. The result of the final climax felt too predictable and the whole thing was underwhelming. I did find Vyic to be an interesting character and hope to see more of him. I’m still not sure what to think of the sudden insertion of religion/God into a story where it was rarely mentioned previously.
June 20, 2021
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Thank you to the publisher for sending me a copy to review!
It cannot come as a surprise to hear that I absolutely loved this book. Each book thus far has been a knockout for me and I am dancing in excited, impatient anticipation for the next one (which I believe will be the series finale?!). If you haven't begun the Aunare Chronicles yet then you seriously need to because it's an AMAZING series. I'll try to come back and write a longer review in a bit, but for now just know that I am not disappointed.
On Mission is a truly spectacular continuation of the Aunare Chronicles leaving the reader only enough breath to clamor for more. It was a fantastic on-the-edge-of-my-seat binge and I am positively screeching for the next book! If you have yet to begin this sensational intergalactic adventure, then it's time for a change. You do not want to miss out on this series!
Thank you to the publisher for sending me a copy to review!
It cannot come as a surprise to hear that I absolutely loved this book. Each book thus far has been a knockout for me and I am dancing in excited, impatient anticipation for the next one (which I believe will be the series finale?!). If you haven't begun the Aunare Chronicles yet then you seriously need to because it's an AMAZING series. I'll try to come back and write a longer review in a bit, but for now just know that I am not disappointed.
On Mission is a truly spectacular continuation of the Aunare Chronicles leaving the reader only enough breath to clamor for more. It was a fantastic on-the-edge-of-my-seat binge and I am positively screeching for the next book! If you have yet to begin this sensational intergalactic adventure, then it's time for a change. You do not want to miss out on this series!
August 2, 2021
I didn’t realize this was a sequel when I first picked this up and quickly realized I had to read the first book before this one and wow, it was worth it. I loved this science fiction. It is hard to find a good balance in science fiction between being too far extreme to the hard sci fi side and not being too unrealistic either. As a YA, this was a great blend of action and adventure, a splash of romance and a strong willed young woman determined to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds.
I appreciated watching Ami learn how to balance her leadership role and also her relationships, which became strained at times under the pressure and the growing threats against her and her people. I think this is an excellent YA Sci-Fi that many will love.
I appreciated watching Ami learn how to balance her leadership role and also her relationships, which became strained at times under the pressure and the growing threats against her and her people. I think this is an excellent YA Sci-Fi that many will love.
June 19, 2021
I received this ARC for an honest review. This is NOT a stand along book. You must read in order, and I highly recommend this series.
In this story Amihanna accepts the fact that she is going to be High Queen. Even though she already acts like the queen Aunare needs. Amihanna and Lorne was asked to Telnon to meet with the Alliance, but things didn’t go as planned. I’m not saying what because you NEED you read this story. So many things happened I won’t talk about because I don’t post spoilers.
I love the writing style of Aileen Erin. This story line is complex and has so many layers, twist, & turns. I’m always wondering what will happen next.
In this story Amihanna accepts the fact that she is going to be High Queen. Even though she already acts like the queen Aunare needs. Amihanna and Lorne was asked to Telnon to meet with the Alliance, but things didn’t go as planned. I’m not saying what because you NEED you read this story. So many things happened I won’t talk about because I don’t post spoilers.
I love the writing style of Aileen Erin. This story line is complex and has so many layers, twist, & turns. I’m always wondering what will happen next.
July 29, 2021
I received this ARC for an honest review. This is NOT a stand along book. You must read in order, and I highly recommend this series.
In this story Amihanna accepts the fact that she is going to be High Queen. Even though she already acts like the queen Aunare needs. Amihanna and Lorne was asked to Telnon to meet with the Alliance, but things didn’t go as planned. I’m not saying what because you NEED you read this story. So many things happened I won’t talk about because I don’t post spoilers.
I love the writing style of Aileen Erin. This story line is complex and has so many layers, twist, & turns. I’m always wondering what will happen next.
In this story Amihanna accepts the fact that she is going to be High Queen. Even though she already acts like the queen Aunare needs. Amihanna and Lorne was asked to Telnon to meet with the Alliance, but things didn’t go as planned. I’m not saying what because you NEED you read this story. So many things happened I won’t talk about because I don’t post spoilers.
I love the writing style of Aileen Erin. This story line is complex and has so many layers, twist, & turns. I’m always wondering what will happen next.
June 18, 2021
Aileen Erin is in a tie for first place as my favorite author. I first discovered her when I picked up her Alpha Girl series and I loved it. I didn't want it to end. When she started the Aunare Chronicals I didn't think she could do it again but she has, this is an awesome series. Amihanna is a fantastic heroine. Independent but loyal to her team and partner. Brave, strong, in spirit and muscle, and someone who leads by example. She and Lorn are magical together. The supporting characters are endearing and give the story even more depth. If I could give this book more than 5 stars I would!
August 13, 2021
Aileen Erin continues her tale of Amihanna di Aetes. She has gone from a teenager on the run hiding her half-Aunare talents from a totalitarian Earth government, Space Tech, determined to destroy Anuria. She is now the future high queen determined to stay On Mission (ebook from Ink Monster, LLC) despite being poisoned by space tech and having to go to another world with her future husband, to get allies in the coming war with Space Tech. I’ve had fun with this tale, and look forward to the final part.Review printed by Philadelphia Free Press
July 19, 2021
Bless the stars! This book was intense, intriguing and powerful!
Amihanna & Lorne are the ultimate power couple, their love is one of pure beauty but they're journey is incredibly dangerous and at times heartbreaking. I didn't think I could love this series more but this book is my favorite!
Danger lurks around every corner, traitors are still all around and things are not adding up, but Amihanna & Lorne and the rest of the Aurare are ready to take down Space Tech!
Amihanna & Lorne are the ultimate power couple, their love is one of pure beauty but they're journey is incredibly dangerous and at times heartbreaking. I didn't think I could love this series more but this book is my favorite!
Danger lurks around every corner, traitors are still all around and things are not adding up, but Amihanna & Lorne and the rest of the Aurare are ready to take down Space Tech!
October 21, 2021
The story started out a little slow and I had to push through the first few chapters. But then things started to move and it was hard to put the book down. I liked to get to know some of Lorne's acquaintances. Amihanna is still learning how to be the High Queen of Aunare. I just love to see Amihanna and Lorne together!
I chose to read this book and all opinions in this review are my own and completely unbiased. Thanks to NetGalley and Ink Monster, LLC!
I chose to read this book and all opinions in this review are my own and completely unbiased. Thanks to NetGalley and Ink Monster, LLC!
January 31, 2024
I love this series! It sticks with me when I’m not reading, constantly wondering what will happen next. As stressful and this book is, some of the high action parts felt a little unrealistically tame. Nevertheless, great addition to the series. Would have liked more between our leads, but I feel like this series ebbs and flows with each book, and this was a tide receding book, which just means the last book is going to hit full force!
August 2, 2021
I received this book from Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.
Ah, Aileen Erin. You gut me every single time. I love Lorne and Amihanna. Although I'd love to see Lorne get destroyed a few times instead of Amihanna. This story did not go in the direction I thought, but it was so good as usual.
Loved it!
Ah, Aileen Erin. You gut me every single time. I love Lorne and Amihanna. Although I'd love to see Lorne get destroyed a few times instead of Amihanna. This story did not go in the direction I thought, but it was so good as usual.
Loved it!
April 6, 2023
Lots of exciting action, and many things going wrong for our team. I can't wait for the conclusion.
Typos: As usual, several sentence fragments ("What?" He yelled) and a sentence or two that ends in a comma instead of a period ("I could still take you down in a match," she said the words, but...).
Typos: As usual, several sentence fragments ("What?" He yelled) and a sentence or two that ends in a comma instead of a period ("I could still take you down in a match," she said the words, but...).
July 19, 2021
*Source* Publisher
*Genre* Young Adult / Science Fiction
*Rating* 4.0
*Thoughts*
On Mission, by author Aileen Erin, is the third installment in the authors Aunare Chronicles series. Amihanna di Aetes is used to fighting, surviving, and relying on her strength to get through the hard times. She thought the worst was over when she accepted her engagement to Lorne ni Taure, the High King of the Aunare, and claimed her place as the future High Queen. But her fight against Jason Murtagh and SpaceTech isn't finished yet. Ami is tired of the Aunare High Council's bigotry and intolerance towards her because of her dual heritage, and believes that they are leaking information to their enemies.
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*Genre* Young Adult / Science Fiction
*Rating* 4.0
*Thoughts*
On Mission, by author Aileen Erin, is the third installment in the authors Aunare Chronicles series. Amihanna di Aetes is used to fighting, surviving, and relying on her strength to get through the hard times. She thought the worst was over when she accepted her engagement to Lorne ni Taure, the High King of the Aunare, and claimed her place as the future High Queen. But her fight against Jason Murtagh and SpaceTech isn't finished yet. Ami is tired of the Aunare High Council's bigotry and intolerance towards her because of her dual heritage, and believes that they are leaking information to their enemies.
*Full Review @ Gizmos Reviews*
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August 4, 2021
Entertaining but not as good a the previous books
This book sets up the battle that has been brewing since book one. It was entertaining but not like the other books. In the digital version I read, lots of the chapters were titled incorrectly. If it was Lorne the chapter said Amihana or vice versa, it was really distracting after a while, enough so that is took away from the story. Surprised that a critical edit like this was missed.
This book sets up the battle that has been brewing since book one. It was entertaining but not like the other books. In the digital version I read, lots of the chapters were titled incorrectly. If it was Lorne the chapter said Amihana or vice versa, it was really distracting after a while, enough so that is took away from the story. Surprised that a critical edit like this was missed.
August 15, 2021
A reasonable connector in the series, but nothing extraordinary. The pace is still dauntingly relentless - they don't even get a respite on their wedding day. I'm really hoping that the last volume in the series will be better.
December 31, 2022
I’m enjoying Aileen Erin’s series (I’m on vacation), but she needs an editor. Repetitious writing both in words/phrases (how many times can Amihanna whine about being safe and use only that word?) and ideas.
Not a spoiler: how can declan not be a bad guy? She wrote him as a character who will betray his BFF over the lost love.
Lots of attention to clothing which I find funny.
Not a spoiler: how can declan not be a bad guy? She wrote him as a character who will betray his BFF over the lost love.
Lots of attention to clothing which I find funny.
Want to read
January 8, 2024marking this book as a finish later book
pausing at 40% (chapter 18)
original start date 03.13.23
feels like something is missing from this one…🤷🏻♀️ want to finish but need to take a break from it for a bit.
pausing at 40% (chapter 18)
original start date 03.13.23
feels like something is missing from this one…🤷🏻♀️ want to finish but need to take a break from it for a bit.
September 4, 2021
I received an e-ARC of this book on NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.
This was the first time I've read a Sci-Fi book so I didn't know what to expect when I read it. HOWEVER!! This book blew me away!!
It's the third book in the series and unfortunately I didn't read the 2 books before. However this book was written so well and I never felt lost, as everything (even from the previous books) was nicely explained. This world felt very real and very creative to me, to the point where I now want to be a part of it too!! I loved the distinction between the different beings and getting to know everything about the Aunare, their customs, beliefs, how their powers work and about their planet.
My favourite part of the book was the relationship between Lorne and Amihanna!! Their genuine love and concern for each other melted my heart every time. They have such a pure and selfless love and it really shows with all of their actions as they are looking out for each other rather than themselves. I am super excited to see what happens next with their relationship, because after all they've been through they deserve a happy ending.
I also really loved the plot of this book and how political it was! This book sets the war in the future book in motion really well!! And The ending of this was just sooooooo good!! The stakes in the story were always high and there were many moments where I was genuinely scared for the lives of the characters. This is something that doesn't happen to me often, so all of the credit goes to the beautiful story and writing.
One thing that I didn't like very much was how repetitive the text was. What I mean by this is, whenever Lorne or Amihanna go on internal monologues its very very very repetitive. And this sometimes took me out of the story.
Overall I absolutely fell in love with this book! The story, characters and atmosphere were so captivating that I felt like I was a part of this world and a part of the characters journey!
I would definitely recommend this book to everyone!!
This was the first time I've read a Sci-Fi book so I didn't know what to expect when I read it. HOWEVER!! This book blew me away!!
It's the third book in the series and unfortunately I didn't read the 2 books before. However this book was written so well and I never felt lost, as everything (even from the previous books) was nicely explained. This world felt very real and very creative to me, to the point where I now want to be a part of it too!! I loved the distinction between the different beings and getting to know everything about the Aunare, their customs, beliefs, how their powers work and about their planet.
My favourite part of the book was the relationship between Lorne and Amihanna!! Their genuine love and concern for each other melted my heart every time. They have such a pure and selfless love and it really shows with all of their actions as they are looking out for each other rather than themselves. I am super excited to see what happens next with their relationship, because after all they've been through they deserve a happy ending.
I also really loved the plot of this book and how political it was! This book sets the war in the future book in motion really well!! And The ending of this was just sooooooo good!! The stakes in the story were always high and there were many moments where I was genuinely scared for the lives of the characters. This is something that doesn't happen to me often, so all of the credit goes to the beautiful story and writing.
One thing that I didn't like very much was how repetitive the text was. What I mean by this is, whenever Lorne or Amihanna go on internal monologues its very very very repetitive. And this sometimes took me out of the story.
Overall I absolutely fell in love with this book! The story, characters and atmosphere were so captivating that I felt like I was a part of this world and a part of the characters journey!
I would definitely recommend this book to everyone!!
September 30, 2021
Absolutely fantastic book can't wait for the next one.
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