Review: Fantastic!  M/M Science Fiction Adventure
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 16, 2014
Let me just say that I read Alpha Trine, the first book in this series, last November.  Since then I'd been checking to see if the continuing story is out. . .  YES!  And so my weekend was spent rereading Alpha Trine, because it had been a good six months, and then started this book, Striker.  I ditto what others have said about reading the first one before this one.  It's necessary.Others have talked about the complicated plot, counter plots, and a bit about the characters.  I'll briefly explain why I loved the story.  First off, the originality by Lexi Ander in her world, the various races, and political structure is remarkable.  Striker expands on everything from the first book.  The characters are deeper drawn, the family ties, the honor amongst the warriors, the mate bond between Alpha, Zeus, and Dargon -- Everything is just more.Some may complain that there's too many different species. . . But. . . The blender race, which plays a bit role in this story, is a mix of ALL of them.  So to understand the blenders and why they are so important and targeted by the enemy. . . You have to understand just what they are and what they're made up of.  And the odd thing is they remain human looking, at least on the outside.  So they can speak all languages.  Yes, it all comes together.Zeus is pivotal in this story.  He never sees himself as others do, never knows his worth.  And I'm not sure if it's his life being so complicated and his wanting to prove himself or if it's finally getting a chance to step back and re-evaluate.  He is the cement in his family - He is the one bringing Canry back into the fold, the one to temper fears, the one to stand up against the enemy, to inspire and execute, to plan, lead, and become a true warrior of honor.  He is humbled by the homage given to him . . . And of all things, his homeworld, a place closed to other races,  is accepting all his 'entourage' on his behalf.  I can picture them living nearby in the jungle. . . Giving the natives headaches. . .Yes there is male pregnancy . . . But. . . The way it's brought about is completely different in an alien way.  It is a blessing in so many ways and I can't wait to see what this Trine brings with these offspring, what role they'll play in molding the future.  This one is in my re-read folder and highly recommended.  - Dan's Wife