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A review by srunyon4
Claimed by Nicolai by Denna Holm
5.0
I'm addicted to the series.
Claimed By Nicolai was the first science fiction book that opened my eyes to the possibilities my imagination could reach. Denna Holm crafted the story of Abby Harris's introduction to the existence of alien lifeforms and how legendary tales are more fact than fiction. When Abby strays off a hiking path, she discovers a lizard-like man facing her. In shock, she tries to run away but gets injected by a drug that causes her to lose consciousness. Nicolai, the crown prince of Nekbet has claimed Abby as his mate and injected her with his shaprata. Abby is a fighter and immediately rejects the possibility of ever loving Nicolai. The story continues with Abby encountering creatures that love, hate, and one that can return her home. Will Abby accept Nicolai as her future husband or will she return to Earth at the first chance she gets?
I enjoyed the amazing detail that Holm gave to every character. Each of their personalities was unique which added to the ability to relate to their feelings. There are several scenes that are highly sexual in content, making this book for mature readers. The inquisitive nature of Abby and some of the dangers she faces make the pace of the story flow easily to the end of the book. This could easily have been a standalone novel, but I eagerly started reading the second book of The Raiden Warriors Series. I used to dislike this genre but have gained a new respect for authors like Denna Holm. She brought the story to life with her unique writing style. I am quite confident in saying this is a five-star book.
Claimed By Nicolai was the first science fiction book that opened my eyes to the possibilities my imagination could reach. Denna Holm crafted the story of Abby Harris's introduction to the existence of alien lifeforms and how legendary tales are more fact than fiction. When Abby strays off a hiking path, she discovers a lizard-like man facing her. In shock, she tries to run away but gets injected by a drug that causes her to lose consciousness. Nicolai, the crown prince of Nekbet has claimed Abby as his mate and injected her with his shaprata. Abby is a fighter and immediately rejects the possibility of ever loving Nicolai. The story continues with Abby encountering creatures that love, hate, and one that can return her home. Will Abby accept Nicolai as her future husband or will she return to Earth at the first chance she gets?
I enjoyed the amazing detail that Holm gave to every character. Each of their personalities was unique which added to the ability to relate to their feelings. There are several scenes that are highly sexual in content, making this book for mature readers. The inquisitive nature of Abby and some of the dangers she faces make the pace of the story flow easily to the end of the book. This could easily have been a standalone novel, but I eagerly started reading the second book of The Raiden Warriors Series. I used to dislike this genre but have gained a new respect for authors like Denna Holm. She brought the story to life with her unique writing style. I am quite confident in saying this is a five-star book.