Published: July 21, 2011
Words: 51,004 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781466005860

Short description

Audra must marry an alien and save the world, in order to save her family. Darius must deliver his brother's bride home to Centauri, ready to be queen. Falling in love isn't just forbidden, a death sentence.

Extended description

Audra is a normal grad student in law school in Boulder, Colorado. Until the day she finds out she isn't. She's a princess from the planet Centauri. Her mission, whether or not she chooses to accept it, is to marry an alien and save the world, in order to save her family.

Darius is charged with delivering his brother's bride home to Centauri, ready to be queen. Falling in love isn't just forbidden, it's a death sentence for him and for his world.

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Tags

romance, paranormal, space opera, science fiction, contemporary, futuristic

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Review by: RaeBeth McGee on April 17, 2012 :
Centauri Dawn by Cynthia Woolf takes the reader on an unexpected journey. It opens a world to the reader that, to my knowledge, has yet to be explored- Life in other places within the universe. Cynthia builds a good new world that captures the reader. The plot runs smooth although it does seem rushed in places, such as the end of this book. There were some format issues with the eBook I downloaded. I noticed places where editing seemed to have lacked.

I enjoyed getting to know the main character, Audra. Although it did seem like she was more teen then adult with some of her reactions to how her life takes a drastic turn. I would think being an adult, she would have a melt down, pull herself together, and learn about what it was she was about to face. Instead, it seemed she did a lot of whining. I did like the relationship portrayed between Audra and Darius, her bodyguard. The romantic aspects were well played out throughout the book.

I give Centauri Dawn by Cynthia Woolf **** (4 stars). I would recommend this book as a read to others who are looking for another world within a book.
(reviewed long after purchase)

Review by: Linda Andrews on Nov. 17, 2011 :
Audra is awakened by a man claiming she is the Princess of Centauri. After the ensuing struggle, she does what any sensible girl would do--she calls her mother. Instead of laughing it off, her mother confirms the man's assertion. Captain Darius has come to Earth to reclaim the princess. He must present her before the senate and save his people from a horrible fate--the rule and tyranny of her Uncle Slaverian.

Complications arise from the start the biggest being how can Darius allow his life mate to marry his brother as prophesied? He knows his duty and is willing to do it, but that's not the biggest obstacle. Slaverian isn't about to give up his claim to the Centauri throne, and he's willing to kill both Audra and Darius to get it.

Centauri Dawn is a great addition to the scifi romance genre. There are battles, intrigue and adventure set against the backdrop of human desires and ambitions. Audra is compelling as a woman forced to straddle two worlds while Darius struggles between his desire for a life mate and his loyalty to his brother. Will they choose to be together or will they have to pay too high a price for love?
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Skypirate Productions on Nov. 10, 2011 :
I could not put this book down. When I had to take a break from reading, I kept thinking about- wondering what happened next. Woolf truly captures her characters in a believable way. They are real and the reader easily feels for them as they go along their story. The story is a great sci-fi book with a romantic twist- I would not call it just another romance novel because I feel that the romance aspect is just part of the story (even if they are delicious scenes!). Woolf throws you right into the story, pacing it perfectly and mixing in turns that leave the reader wanting more. I cannot wait until I read the next in the series! Keep them coming, Woolf!
(reviewed the day of purchase)

Review by: Skypirate Productions on Nov. 10, 2011 :
I could not put this book down. When I had to take a break from reading, I kept thinking about- wondering what happened next. Woolf truly captures her characters in a believable way. They are real and the reader easily feels for them as they go along their story. The story is a great sci-fi book with a romantic twist- I would not call it just another romance novel because I feel that the romance aspect is just part of the story (even if they are delicious scenes!). Woolf throws you right into the story, pacing it perfectly and mixing in turns that leave the reader wanting more. I cannot wait until I read the next in the series! Keep them coming, Woolf!
(reviewed the day of purchase)

Review by: Evelyn Cole on July 21, 2011 :
what a super story ,love it i give it 5 STARS.I like some more ot that
(reviewed the day of purchase)

Review by: CJ Snyder on July 21, 2011 :
What an enchanting world Cynthia has created! Almost like a fairy-tale, but with enough suspense to keep you turning pages! A keeper!
(reviewed the day of purchase)

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