Alien Proliferation [Mass Market Paperback]

Gini Koch (Author)

Book Description

Release date: December 6, 2011

Alien Super-Being Exterminator Kitty Katt is expecting her first baby. But the alien attacks are getting more dangerous, and now Kitty and her Alpha Centaurion husband, Jeff, have to find out who's behind the conspiracy to kill Kitty's secret agent mom and what caused Kitty's transformation into a superhuman-and they've got to do it all before the baby shower...

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

The fourth book in the Alien series is a humorous, detailed, and action-packed story that stands on its own, apart from the rest of the series. The narrative style is casual, making readers feel as if they are talking with a close friend, listening to the friend’s sotto voce commentary. In the not-too-distant future, aliens have come to earth, but they have been kept a secret from the general population. These aliens can make themselves look like humans and are therefore able to blend in with humans most of the time. They are also endowed with superhuman speed and strength and a variety of psychic abilities. This leads to intrigue among various government and pseudogovernment groups that want to control these aliens, who they regard as weapons. With a pregnant main character, Kitty Martini, this book is likely to most appeal to women, who can sympathize with some of the character’s trials and tribulations, as she navigates not only pregnancy but near-constant attempts to kidnap or kill her alien husband, her elite fighting team, and her baby. --Rebecca Gerber

About the Author

Gini Koch lives in the American Southwest, works her butt off (sadly, not literally) by day, and writes by night with the rest of the beautiful people. Touched by an Alien, the first in her Alien/Katherine “Kitty” Katt Series, received a starred review from Booklist and was named one of Booklist’s Top Ten adult science fiction and fantasy novels of 2010. Alien Tango releases December 7, 2010, with Alien in the Family releasing April 5, 2011, and Alien Proliferation coming in Winter 2011. Gini started writing as an excuse to stay up late playing on the computer while listening to rock music and mooning over pictures of hunky men. She's thrilled all that drooling has finally paid off.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 480 pages
• Publisher: DAW; Original edition (December 6, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0756406978
• ISBN-13: 978-0756406974
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.3 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #343,390 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars A pivotal story for the next chapter in the Alien Series December 7, 2011

By Marnie

Format:Mass Market Paperback

Katherine "Kitty" Katt-Martini doesn't do anything average, easy or simple. What makes anyone think that her pregnancy, birth and subsequent raising of her progeny would be any different? Maybe, her husband Jeff Martini, who was worried out of of his mind and determined to make it easy, simple and as average as one could get when having and raising a half human, half alien baby.

But Jeff didn't plan on baby having their own plans and baby most certainly has other plans.

Now throw in a baby boom among the Alien woman, sudden disappearances of key AC's across the globe, mysterious attacks and a shifting a power that only Kitty could have foretold and you have a recipe for a typical week for Kitty and Jeff.

Oh, did I mention that Kitty is now superhuman and much to the dismay of her husband Jeff - she has a surprising new partner!

Kitty is about to kick some butt and take names later - remember "don't mess with the comic geek-girl" (from Alien Proliferation)!

I eagerly awaited this book for many reasons. The first being that I love the character of Kitty. I can relate to this woman and I missed her. I know you say how can I relate to a character in a book who is married to an alien and fights monsters? Well, duh I can't, but I can relate to how Kitty responds to the situations she is put in. Logically and rationally - like any modern woman would.

After kicking a door down and booting an Alien across the floor...Kitty stated

"But you can be happy with this knowledge - they're both a lot nicer than I am."

I would so say that and totally mean it too....

I do so love the writing style of Gini Koch, she delivers spot on dialogue, amazing thought processes (yes I can keep up) and diabolical twist that you see coming but just can't identify until Kitty unwinds it.

" You know at a time like this, I just have to ask one question of you vicious bastards - WWWD?" (WWWD = What would Wolverine do?)

Second is her character development. In this book it's expanded and dives further into the supporting characters. Yes, you heard me correctly and for all us Christopher lovers we can all say - Finally! This isn't to say that Kitty and Jeff take a back burner - it's more like they find their groove and start helping others find theirs. (That is all the hints you are getting!)

Third her fearlessness in incorporating humor, monster killing and some serious plot lines together in a story about aliens. Alien Proliferation addresses some pretty big things and they were done in a meaningful, serious manner but they stay true to the overall nature of the story. Kudos to Gini Koch.

Fourth and probably one of the tops reasons I love this series, change. Alien Proliferation is riddled with change. New type of bad guy. New partnerships. New experiences. New group dynamics. I think with a series like this change is necessary because its life and life doesn't stay the same...it evolves. Gini Koch takes her characters a huge evolution in Alien Proliferation.

I found this book to be a great addition to the series. I loved all the familiar elements of Kitty's world. Her banter, her thought process, her devotion to her `family' and her love of Jeff. Jeff - well what can I say about him - yummy! In Alien Proliferation his role wasn't as prominent as past books. He was more of the driving force behind the scenes. Overall the progression of Kitty and Jeff's relationship seems to be heading in some interesting directions. I will say I was a little worried for a nanosecond that `baby' would change the dynamics and the personalities of the Kitty and Jeff in a not so happy way - needless to say I had nothing to worry about.

I felt this book was more of a transition book to the next phase of the adventure and as such I would not recommend reading this as a standalone. This book was more about changing the game and the roles people play in the world that Gini Koch created. You couldn't put this book down - every paragraph and sentence was a must read. Well written, funny, emotional and filled with constant adventure and witty repartee! Read more ›

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Gini Koch's Series Just Keeps Getting Better December 6, 2011

By ratkin

Format:Mass Market Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

I've been a big fan of Gini Koch's series featuring Katherine "Kitty" Katt since the very first book, and this fourth installment certainly reinforces every positive thought I've had on the subject. The books are all fast-paced pleasure reading of the highest order, packed with action, comedy, drama, plot twists, and characters you would really like to meet. Every book in the series seems to end too soon, leaving you desperate for just a little more. The time until the next book comes out is always too long.

One of the things that really sets this series apart from many others is that nothing stays static. Rather than work with a small cast of characters whose roles remain fixed throughout the series, every one of Gini Koch's books seems to add new characters to the cast, new and previously unseen sides to the existing characters, and great new circumstances. This book is particular is a game changer in several major ways. By the time you get to the last page you'll realize that Kitty and Jeff's new baby is far from being the biggest surprise in the story. Without giving anything away, let's just say that "Alien Proliferation" brings about a number of major changes in direction that will alter everything that comes after it.

One of the hard things about reviewing this book is that it's almost impossible to discuss any aspect of it without spoiling a surprise someplace. I'll have to content myself with simply saying that this is a wonderful new addition to my favorite series.

Oh yeah...in my humble opinion, it's going to be too long before the next book ("Alien Diplomacy") comes out!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars There's a new addition to the gang! December 6, 2011

By *Bells*

Format:Mass Market Paperback

Change is the main theme in Alien Proliferation as the gang prepares for the arrival of a new member! As you can see from the front cover of the book, our main character Kitty and her husband the very sexy alien Martini get ready for the birth of their 1st child. The don't know what to expect since it's been a while since an human/alien hybrid has been born. This should be a calming time for the parents to be, but things don't remain calm for long once a new threat appears and places the lives of Kitty and Martini's loved ones in danger. The team must scramble to get everyone to a safe location and Kitty has a lot on her mind because not only is she worried about everyone's safety, her baby decides it's also the best time to be born. I don't know how Kitty manages to mentally do it all but she does. There was a scene during the birth that had me tearing up because it was extremely emotional. It's at this time that I really, truly loved the character writing from the author Gini Koch. She knows how to bring out the best in her characters at the right moment. If you are a fan of this series you will know that Kitty has a great group of people that love her and that is truly felt while reading this scene. It's as if these characters are meant to be with each other so that when they are needed, they are there. But with as much seriousness as there is in the book, there was also lots of laughter. Gini Koch had me howling once again as there were so many funny moments throughout the book. Who else other than Gini can have me tearing up one moment and laughing the next. It's always the same experience for me when I read one of her books and I look forward to it each time.

The characters of Kitty and Martini have such a bond and it's stronger than ever in Alien Proliferation.... The birth of their child strengthens that bond even more and as a reader of this series you can't help but be in love with these characters. They just say the sweetest things to one another in this book and I found myself swooning a couple of times at Martini's love for Kitty. She truly makes him a better man and he knows that. You can tell that the author loves her characters and only writes the best for them. I was even impressed with Chuckie's character this time around. He hasn't been my favorite in the previous books, but I feel as if he really stepped up and did his thing in this one. As always, I loved Reader, Christopher, and the rest of the gang. They all make a great team and if there was a time when teamwork was needed, it was in this book.

Lot's of twists and turns in this book. Just when I though that things had calmed down for the new parents, the excitement level was turned up another notch! Poor things barely got any rest because they had to deal with so much on so many different levels! I also loved that the characters had to travel to France in the book and that entire experience was action filled. There is also a scene in the book in which the characters finally figure out what's really going on and all I would think was O.M.G! The scene was straight out of a movie and it was awesome and freaky at the same time! It gave me chills and I'm amazed how Gini comes up with all the different ideas for her books. The different ideas keep her readers entertained and wanting more! Read more ›