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How do YOU rate this book? Nick Tanner set out months ago to find the Umani, and now he's on his way home. But things aren't the same. Not by a long shot.
Michael Tanner has struggled to find his place in his new worlds. He still questions his past, his existence, and the man he is becoming. And he has found a kind of love like no other -- a father's love.
Jacqueline wants more from him, more than he knows he can give. She wants to understand the haunting shadows behind his eyes... wants to understand the scars that mark his body. The battle to survive comes to a crescendo, and Michael must choose.
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He bolted down the hall after her, nearly bowling over a tall, stunning woman with a mass of wavy, brown hair tied in a sky blue scarf. She stepped back, flattening her shoulders against the wall as he gripped the doorjamb of the first exam room and used it to propel him into the room as a barely muffled scream reached him. For half a second, his heart dropped into his gut.
Jacqueline was on the exam table, her knuckles white as she gripped the edge. Lacerations -- old ones rimmed red with infection -- crossed her bare arms and her clothes were dirty and torn. A more recent wound on her arm seeped dark red through the white bandage. Her neck arched off the pillow, her body shaking as she clenched her teeth, hissing sharply.
"Oh, God, Doc... please!" she screamed.
Michael moved to Jacqueline's side, hunching over her to hold her face in his hands. Her eyes were closed, her skin glistening with a fine sheen of perspiration. The tension in her body was enough to snap her in two.
"Jacqueline," he said softly but firmly. "Jacqueline, look at me."
Her eyes snapped open, her gaze immediately on him. Unshed tears made her eyes glisten and she sucked in another sharp breath. A tight groan forced its way through her teeth.
"I'm giving her a massive dose of Morphezine, Benzapriline and a fast acting NSAID," Lilly said softly as she loaded the infusion syringe in her hand.
"Jacqueline," he said again, not looking away even to acknowledge Lilly's words. "Jacqueline, hear me. You need to let the medication help you."
A choked gasp vibrated in her throat as she rapidly sucked in air, her eyes still locked hard on him. A drop of moisture escaped the corner of her eye and Michael brushed it away with his fingers.
"Look just at me."
Her hand snapped free from the edge of the bed nearest him and she curled her fingers into his shirtsleeve. The grip was hard and desperate, but he didn't look away from her eyes. He stroked back her matted hair, running his thumb over her cheeks. His own pulse pounded viciously at his temples. Michael wanted to know what they had done to her, where she had been, and how she had escaped, but none of the questions were as important as helping her.
The click and hiss of the infusion syringe reached him over the pounding in his ears and Jacqueline's sharp breathing.
"Deep breaths. Let it work."
Her eyes fluttered and her gaze shifted to the ceiling past him.
"No, Jacqueline," he said, repeating her name again to keep her with him. "Look at me. Look at me."
She pressed her trembling lips together, another tear rolling free. "M-Michael," she whispered. "Oh, god, it hurts."
"I'm right here."
Jacqueline released a deep, shuddered breath and he felt the tension rush out of her like water dumped from a bucket. The grip on his sleeve loosened and her lips parted, her eyelids sliding heavily over her dark eyes.
"The Morphezine is taking hold," Lilly said just outside his peripheral.
He stroked her hair, staring into her face. She blinked slowly, struggling to open her eyes again.
"I'll be here when you wake up," he said softly.
As the final installment for this series, I absolutely loved The Phoenix Rebellion Book IV: End Game. It was full of action packed scenes, total chaos but highly intriguing all the way to the end... IThe growth of these characters and how they learned to cope with everything was amazing; I kept thinking I would love to meet them all. Ms. Delaney captures the reader's imagination and gives them a glimpse at a world where humanity stands united against a alien race intent on wiping them from the face of the planet. This is a very well done book and one worth adding to your collection today.
Sheryl - ECataRomance Rating - 5 out of 5
With her flair of writing this series, she makes the tales believable in every shape and form. I almost hated to say good-bye to the series; then again, they left such a wonderful impression, that they will stay long with me. Every one of these books are grand and astonishing in itself. Loaded in non-stop action and intrigue around every corner, this story satisfies. Ms. Delaney makes all the characters and the story feel as if the reader is part of the family, and when united, it gives a peaceful feeling of going home.
Linda L - Fallen Angel Reviews Rating = 5 Angels
In THE PHOENIX REBELLION: END GAME, author Gail R. Delaney has done a phenomenal job of wrapping up what has to be one of the best futuristic series to have crossed this reviewer’s path in a long, long time... Needless to say, it comes very highly recommended to any lovers of futuristic romance. Get your copy today! Heck, pick up the whole series. You are sure to enthralled.
Shaiha - LoveRomancesAndMore Rating = 5 Hearts
End Game is climax of science fiction series that appears worthy of the often overused word “epic”.... The story is extremely exciting with many characters that have obviously been involved in earlier chapters of the story. Michael and Jacqueline are heroic and real, and I couldn’t stop myself from alternately nail biting and cheering for them. The love scenes in the book are invested in a sensuality that is made more engaging by the sincerity and depth of emotion between the lovers. Ms. Delaney has also invested loving care into the detailed development of her world and all her characters. This is a gripping saga that any sci-fi fan is guaranteed to enjoy. My only complaint is that I didn’t know about this series sooner.
END GAME is the edge-of-your-seat conclusion to The Phoenix Rebellion series. Ms. Delaney ties up cliff hangers from previous books and provides a very satisfying final installment. With rich characterization and great world building, END GAME is a highly recommended science fiction romance.
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