A review by ryan_lan
Breakaway by Michelle Diener

5.0

I wrote a review several months ago on Dark Horse, Diener's first book in the Class 5 series, basically extolling how much I love that series. In it, I mentioned that I didn't think the Verdant String series was quite as good. That was after reading the first book in this series, but now I really must correct myself. After reading the entire series (thus far, can't wait for more to come out), I have to say. This series is excellent. I do still (maybe) rank the Class 5 books a bit higher on the scale, but these are truly fantastic. I think Diener does such an incredible job of blending sci fi themes and world building into a really interesting plot (with lovely romance, too!). I have never really been a sci fi person, but between this author and Anna Hackett, I might be changing my mind. Though again, I'm here for the romance, the rest is just icing.

I love this series and absolutely recommend it. I think this specific book is the weakest in the series, with Trailblazer ranking highest. Wave Rider is also incredible lol. Give it a chance!