Unlike many of the reviewers I cannot say I am a fan of Maya Banks in general. I find most of her novels to be run-of-the-mill erotica with more flash than substance, and they are not emotionally satisfying to me as a reader. The KGI series, however, proves that Ms. Banks can write. This is one of the best contemporary romance series out there. The action, suspense, and emotion blend seamlessly in a series that stands above most others that feature these special-forces-type of characters and adventures. Echoes at Dawn is yet another wonderful installment to a series that is simply superb.
Echoes at Dawn has a plot that moves very fast. The story starts out in the middle of the action. We already know who Grace is and we know that Rio is looking for her, since all this information was given on the last book. We know who the bad guys are and what their purpose is, for the most part. The romance also seems to start out in a rush due to Rio falling for Grace pretty much at first sight when he saw a recording of her taken by a security camera, and Grace feeling a connection to him early on. But once you get past that rush, their scenes together are REALLY well written, and full of what seems like true heart-felt emotion. My favorite scene is the one where they both admit their love for each other after Grace has a close call with death as a result of using her powers. The emotion in the words coming from both of them was amazing for me as a reader. Their relationship, while progressing at what seems to be faster than the speed of light, manages to be emotionally satisfying and well worth the read.
KGI is known to fans as being full of gritty, tough, absolutely captivating heroes and strong heroines who even when vulnerable can always stand right beside their men, refusing to stay safely behind them. Rio fits the profile beautifully, while still managing to have his own personality and not blending into the crowd. Grace, while fragile in many ways, also makes an impression with her true inner strength. Echoes at Dawn is a solid addition to a series that continues to demand the reader's attention. Fans will love it. New readers will probably be better off starting this series from the start, although it is possible to read the book as a stand-alone novel. I look forward to next installment, PJ and Cole's story, titled Shades of Gray.
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Loved the book as I do with most Maya Banks books. This KGI series is one of her best.
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Ruth Hans
It's been the first for me, but definitely not the last!
Reviewed in Germany on July 18, 2013
