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I read it in one sitting. I stayed up way to late. Iѓ??m so tired now but the characters are so wonderful you donѓ??t want to leave them.
I was excited for Sixteenth Watch, although a little apprehensive. Myke Cole does a fantastic job writing military books, but his inside knowledge can mean that some of it goes over my head, add in sci-fi and I was worried. But he caters for those without any military knowledge with a glossary at the back to check out when required. I do like that he doesn't hold back though, he trusts that the reader will be able to figure it out and I found the best way to go was just jump in and I didn't look at the glossary once. I made it through and I think I understood a fair chunk of it. Although I didn't need to understand all of the military jargon to be touched by the characters and the way they were brought together, the way they became a family. I didn't expect for this book to punch me in the feelings as often as it did.
This is such a powerful and moving book, I couldn't put it down. It's over 400 pages and I read it in two sittings. It's fast paced, with plenty of action, political manoeuvrings and some wonderful characters who you can't help but feel close to. I was drawn to the human struggle, the frustration with those above in the chain of command.
I found the book eerie as it reflects on our current events.
Mostly I found the story heart warming, even at the bleakest times. Myke Cole loved these characters and he made me love them. If I ever meet a Coast Guard, I may hug them.
I was excited for Sixteenth Watch, although a little apprehensive. Myke Cole does a fantastic job writing military books, but his inside knowledge can mean that some of it goes over my head, add in sci-fi and I was worried. But he caters for those without any military knowledge with a glossary at the back to check out when required. I do like that he doesn't hold back though, he trusts that the reader will be able to figure it out and I found the best way to go was just jump in and I didn't look at the glossary once. I made it through and I think I understood a fair chunk of it. Although I didn't need to understand all of the military jargon to be touched by the characters and the way they were brought together, the way they became a family. I didn't expect for this book to punch me in the feelings as often as it did.
This is such a powerful and moving book, I couldn't put it down. It's over 400 pages and I read it in two sittings. It's fast paced, with plenty of action, political manoeuvrings and some wonderful characters who you can't help but feel close to. I was drawn to the human struggle, the frustration with those above in the chain of command.
I found the book eerie as it reflects on our current events.
Mostly I found the story heart warming, even at the bleakest times. Myke Cole loved these characters and he made me love them. If I ever meet a Coast Guard, I may hug them.
A high 3... Maybe.
I finished this last night and I've been trying to figure out why I didn't like it more. I'm still not sure.
I liked the MC, I loved that she can kick arse when she has to and I love her loyalty, but I didn't love her. I think this is more a me problem then her problem.
I really liked her mums brand of crazy and Raffe was pretty great.
It was enjoyable and a very quick read, but if I hadn't bought the first two, I probably wouldn't read the next.
I finished this last night and I've been trying to figure out why I didn't like it more. I'm still not sure.
I liked the MC, I loved that she can kick arse when she has to and I love her loyalty, but I didn't love her. I think this is more a me problem then her problem.
I really liked her mums brand of crazy and Raffe was pretty great.
It was enjoyable and a very quick read, but if I hadn't bought the first two, I probably wouldn't read the next.
Such a fun, clever book. A cat ninja is basically the best thing ever.
One of the many wonderful things about NetGalley is that you come across books that would otherwise never have crossed your radar. Over the last year I have discovered that I have a love for fantastical, magical, middle grade, adventure stories.The Cat Ninja by Erika DeLeo
The Cat Ninja and a Cabal of Shadows by Erik DeLeo is my latest read and guys it was just as much fun as the title suggests.
Yes we have a cat who is a ninja, she has an agent who happens to be a mouse, she has a tragic backstory and a thirst for vengeance. What more could a reader ask for? Puns? Well we have them too. The bad guys are after all known as the Barkuza and they are heavily tattooed, muscular dogs who arenѓ??t to be messed with. The Cat Ninja is a glorious feast of fun for your eyes and imagination. Also, cutest cover ever!
ѓ??The sun had broken through the morning gray, and itѓ??s gleaming rays were beginning to heat up the tile floor. It called out silently to Miko, tempting her to get off the chair.
ѓ??Since I get moody without enough light, Iѓ??m going to go lay down by the window. It helps prevent Seasonal Affective Disorder.ѓ?ќ
ѓ??Cats canѓ??t get that.ѓ?ќ
ѓ??Iѓ??m a unique case.ѓ?ќ ѓ??
I think Miko is an entire mood. I love her.
I donѓ??t want to delve into the story to much as it will ruin the fun of reading it, but I will say Miko, our cat ninja, has taken on the job of finding a missing puppy, which goes against her better judgement, especially when she discovers the father of the pup is the dog who murdered her own family. Everything gets mighty complicated for Miko and she soon discovers that it isnѓ??t just one pup that is missing. Someone is trading in dogs.
This was a blast to read, itѓ??s fast paced with plenty of action and lots of twists and turns. The setting is wonderful. The streets of Kyoto, with the vivid descriptions, make for a wonderful backdrop to the story. The attention to detail was great. Miko is a teahouse cat, which adds a whole other element. We get so much cat purrsonality, she likes naps, she likes the sun, she hisses when scared, she is emotionally distant with a dislike of getting wet. Itѓ??s clichЗё, but fun.
One thing that did get on my nerves as I was reading it was the way the author would use the Japanese word for something and then immediately follow it with a translation. Essentially saying the same thing twice in a sentence. It didnѓ??t happen once or twice, it continued for most of the book. I think that the author should have had a bit more faith in his readers and their ability to work it out for themselves without constantly being told. It seemed to be a classic case of telling not showing.
Other than that, it was a fun, quick read that I would recommend for anyone after an enjoyable, quirky read.
One of the many wonderful things about NetGalley is that you come across books that would otherwise never have crossed your radar. Over the last year I have discovered that I have a love for fantastical, magical, middle grade, adventure stories.The Cat Ninja by Erika DeLeo
The Cat Ninja and a Cabal of Shadows by Erik DeLeo is my latest read and guys it was just as much fun as the title suggests.
Yes we have a cat who is a ninja, she has an agent who happens to be a mouse, she has a tragic backstory and a thirst for vengeance. What more could a reader ask for? Puns? Well we have them too. The bad guys are after all known as the Barkuza and they are heavily tattooed, muscular dogs who arenѓ??t to be messed with. The Cat Ninja is a glorious feast of fun for your eyes and imagination. Also, cutest cover ever!
ѓ??The sun had broken through the morning gray, and itѓ??s gleaming rays were beginning to heat up the tile floor. It called out silently to Miko, tempting her to get off the chair.
ѓ??Since I get moody without enough light, Iѓ??m going to go lay down by the window. It helps prevent Seasonal Affective Disorder.ѓ?ќ
ѓ??Cats canѓ??t get that.ѓ?ќ
ѓ??Iѓ??m a unique case.ѓ?ќ ѓ??
I think Miko is an entire mood. I love her.
I donѓ??t want to delve into the story to much as it will ruin the fun of reading it, but I will say Miko, our cat ninja, has taken on the job of finding a missing puppy, which goes against her better judgement, especially when she discovers the father of the pup is the dog who murdered her own family. Everything gets mighty complicated for Miko and she soon discovers that it isnѓ??t just one pup that is missing. Someone is trading in dogs.
This was a blast to read, itѓ??s fast paced with plenty of action and lots of twists and turns. The setting is wonderful. The streets of Kyoto, with the vivid descriptions, make for a wonderful backdrop to the story. The attention to detail was great. Miko is a teahouse cat, which adds a whole other element. We get so much cat purrsonality, she likes naps, she likes the sun, she hisses when scared, she is emotionally distant with a dislike of getting wet. Itѓ??s clichЗё, but fun.
One thing that did get on my nerves as I was reading it was the way the author would use the Japanese word for something and then immediately follow it with a translation. Essentially saying the same thing twice in a sentence. It didnѓ??t happen once or twice, it continued for most of the book. I think that the author should have had a bit more faith in his readers and their ability to work it out for themselves without constantly being told. It seemed to be a classic case of telling not showing.
Other than that, it was a fun, quick read that I would recommend for anyone after an enjoyable, quirky read.
This was somewhat tedious and i put it down many times. The constant barrage of backstory was driving me a little nuts. It wasn't done in the smooth way that it was in Rook.
