The Skypirate

By Justine Davis

Book Overview

Captain Califa Claxton wears the golden slave collar but knows powerful secrets, and Dax, skypirate and archenemy of the Coalition, possesses the collar controller, but if they join together they can... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0451404912
• ISBN13: 9780451404916
• Release Date: February 1995
• Publisher: Topaz
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 4.2" x 6.9"

Customer Reviews

A Pirate of the Spaceship Variety and an Escaped Slave Fall in Love

THE SKYPIRATE by Justine Davis was a satisfying and enjoyable sci-fi romance! In fact, it ranks high on my list of all-time favorites. Both the hero and heroine in SKYPIRATE were appealing and multi-dimensional. Dax the skypirate was sexy, brave, and goodhearted - while his guilt and fears made him human. The slave, Califa, was strong despite the trials she endured. Not only was she a sympathetic heroine, but she was also someone you could root for. Neither character left you with a sense that they were too good to be true. They each had their faults, and were likable because of it. The storyline also kept my attention. Basically, Dax unintentionally saves Califa, his enemy, from a dastardly fate, and she helps him discover the fate of his people, who were almost completely annihilated by the evil Coalition. Califa finds herself falling in love with Dax. The problem is, she was once an esteemed Officer in the Coalition, which had destroyed his planet and enslaved his people. I pretty much enjoyed everything about this story. It was touching and action-packed, as well as satisfying regarding both the love affair and overall conclusion. In fact, I don't have any criticisms. My only suggestion, however, is that you read its prequel, LORD OF THE STORM, first. Califa plays a pivotal role in LORD OF THE STORM, which is referred to often in THE SKYPIRATE. In addition, in LORD OF THE STORM, you get the opportunity to see the "old" Califa (uncaring Coalition officer) versus the "new" Califa (now an escaped slave and freedom fighter) featured in THE SKYPIRATE. Since both books are out of print, you'll have to buy them used. Don't worry - they are worth the effort! **For similar reads, look for the sci-fi romances WARRIOR'S WOMAN by Johanna Lindsey or SHIELDER by Catherine Spangler.**

Out of This World!!

This is the sequel to Lord of the Storm and I loved it. Since I read Lord of the Storm first I had high expectations for this second novel by Justine Davis and it didn't let me down. I was amazed at how the author was able to integrate the ideas of the first novel into this second one everything fit at it should and still we got a wonderful different story. Her style in writing was a little different in this one more like we see with most romances with both the hero and heroines point of view her first novel was concentrated more on the heroines point of view which was surprising but once you got into the story you got used to it. I like knowing what goes on in both the main characters head. Dax the hero is every girls dream but Califa the heroine definately deserved him. I liked very much that both had good stories to their backgrounds and that's what kept them apart other than the usual stupid childish stubborness some romances seem to give their characters to give the story action. I highly recommend this two great sci fi romances and like another reader mentioned I would like to see a romance on Rina or a romance that finally puts an end to the evil Coalition.

The best scifi romance, EVER

I read scifi and fantasy romance novels all the time, and this is the best one I've ever read. Dax is the kind of hero I wish showed up more often in fiction. In some ways, he reminded me of Roland in Patricia Veryan's _The Dedicated Villain_. There are good scifi romances out there, but this one is truly a cut above the rest.

A futuristic twist on Romeo and Juliet, with a happy ending

There have been many versions of the classic R & J tale, such has West Side Story etc... But this has to be the greatest and most unique twist of all. Star crossed lovers, one, a hero of the dreaded coalition, the other, its greatest enemy. Usually I hate the combination of romance and sci-fi but to this day,the Skypirate remains my favourite romance novel. This book defies all the conventions of romance. The plot is unpredictable and you can put yourself in the place of califa and dax, you can feel the emotions they feel and this makes the storyline more personal. The use of description is amazing especially if you consider that none of the plot what so ever bares any resembelance to real life so she had no experience to add to this incredible and imaginative book. Califa is the new girl power for the future and Dax is the combination of womens fantasies.

Worth the Ride!

What a great way to spend an evening! Dax and Califa are electric, the supporting cast is memorable, and Ms. Davis creates a universe that stands on its own. Brava! I just hope I can get my hands on a copy of Lord of the Storm...and I can't wait for her next foray into scifi/romance. Keep it up!