Kathleen Contine

I chose this book for the blurb. I mean, what science fiction lover wouldn’t fall for a futuristic penultimate yearly race for a chance at glory of being the best? A race that lasts for days and has no rules?

Finley has been sidelined from doing said best due to a tragic accident that killed her copilot a year ago. When she’s reminded of her contract obligation to return to the high stakes arena, the last thing she expects is to be paired with Garis, the very guy who caused the accident.

This should’ve been a slam dunk. I did enjoy the setting, the various characters, and the broad story arc, but in general, I felt a lot of nuance could have been added regarding the world building and the lure and background of this illustrious race. I wanted more in-depth characterizations, more consequences, more answers. In general, I wanted more specifics on every aspect of this story.

However, I loved the premise. I enjoyed what was delivered. I like that this is going to continue as a series. Perhaps because several things were left nebulously, that is what will bring me back for the next installment as I feel this only scratched the surface of its huge potential.

Thank you to the author via NetGalley for a copy in exchange for an honest review.… (meer)