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The E.T. Guy
by V.C. Lancaster
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
If this was the answer to the "Are we alone out here in this vast galaxy?" I'd be content (except for the galactic war) I wouldn't mind living in a world where Earth is a safe haven for Aliens fleeing extermination. This gives me such John Scalzi Old Man's War/Human Division vibes but set in romance- it's the layering of intricate details that gets me the most - besides the Alien physiology. I found myself able to see this version of earth vividly. Loved it.
Romance Plot/Storyline/Themes: The complications of inter-species courting done with finesse. I would have missed all the signs Lois so don't worry - you're not a nasty cow. It was all very frustrating when Lois was frustrated and it was all gushy and mushy when the layers were peeled back. Such sweetness.
Character Development/Favorite Character:
What a unique work environment, you'd be forgiven for forgetting it was a government facility housing a government division and full of government employees. And that's a good thing - any one studying International Relations might want to add Intergalactic Relations and get an internship at DETI.
Zir's workplace ecosystem, the IT department has sweet geeks and nerds who only want the best for the big guy.
Lois' workplace ecosystem , is more outward facing -riveting, exciting, on the forefront of interacting with aliens and at the end of the day, a close knit family. I found myself attached to all the characters. I wonder if they're hiring.
Favorite/Curious//Ludicrous/Unique Scene:: Zir helping Lois find Taz - the entire sequence, such a sweet tender chapter.
Favorite/Curious/Ludicrous/Unique Quotes:
The Volin have interesting idioms.
1. When you want the tree, do not sit on the branch. Zir is a branch-sitter" (Tol to Lois )
2. "you are chasing the ground" (Tol to Zir)
3. Protecting her is more important to them than seeing her clearly (Ban on Volin Males and their curious eye-contact behavior )
Favorite/Curious/Ludicrous/Unique Concepts: Too many things. I'll list a few:
A) The Volin Crest - no wait - all things Volin
B) The Tessian-Rhachak-Ypek Conflict
C) Volin NamesDETI
StoryGraph Challenge: 1800 Books by 2025
Challenge Prompt: 150 Romance books by 2025
Romance Plot/Storyline/Themes: The complications of inter-species courting done with finesse. I would have missed all the signs Lois so don't worry - you're not a nasty cow. It was all very frustrating when Lois was frustrated and it was all gushy and mushy when the layers were peeled back. Such sweetness.
Character Development/Favorite Character:
What a unique work environment, you'd be forgiven for forgetting it was a government facility housing a government division and full of government employees. And that's a good thing - any one studying International Relations might want to add Intergalactic Relations and get an internship at DETI.
Zir's workplace ecosystem, the IT department has sweet geeks and nerds who only want the best for the big guy.
Lois' workplace ecosystem , is more outward facing -riveting, exciting, on the forefront of interacting with aliens and at the end of the day, a close knit family. I found myself attached to all the characters. I wonder if they're hiring.
Favorite/Curious//Ludicrous/Unique Scene:: Zir helping Lois find Taz - the entire sequence, such a sweet tender chapter.
Favorite/Curious/Ludicrous/Unique Quotes:
The Volin have interesting idioms.
1. When you want the tree, do not sit on the branch. Zir is a branch-sitter" (Tol to Lois )
2. "you are chasing the ground" (Tol to Zir)
3. Protecting her is more important to them than seeing her clearly (Ban on Volin Males and their curious eye-contact behavior )
Favorite/Curious/Ludicrous/Unique Concepts: Too many things. I'll list a few:
A) The Volin Crest - no wait - all things Volin
B) The Tessian-Rhachak-Ypek Conflict
C) Volin NamesDETI
StoryGraph Challenge: 1800 Books by 2025
Challenge Prompt: 150 Romance books by 2025