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Code Name: Blondie

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Miki, a free-spirited landscape photographer, having lived the life of irresponsibility, decides to buckle down and do some real work, when a twist of fate sends her plane crashing into the ocean. Her rescuer, Max Preston, is a bio-engineered super-soldier (and a hunk).

The romantic conflict comes from the fact that Max doesn't trust Miki and won't tell anything about what he's doing there. He basically makes her his prisoner, and she keeps trying to escape. Complete with superheroes, super-villains, a super-dog with powers like the lady of Avalon, and light-hearted energetic sex, the story would seem to have definite potential to entertain its readers.

Yet while I generally like an escape from reality, some things were rather too far-fetched, as the narrator tried to chalk one magical ability after another to super-secret scientific advancements. The romance was on the far side of unbelievable, and very shallow, happening as it did between two shallow and stereotypical characters.

At least the book managed to be entertaining at times, but I personally couldn't relate to either of the romantic leads. If this is the sort of story you like however, I recommend you look at Deidre Knight's book "Parallel Attraction" - similar characters, but much more satisfying.

I got hooked onto Christina Skye's Codename series by a co-worker (Thank you Kathy!) and absolutely love them. I love how she puts in the animals, especially the dogs, the navy seals, government etc. This was a super treat. I saw it in a store and grabbed it up. Finally a sequel to Codename Baby! And the more I read Blondie, the more I was feeling sorry for Cruz. The more you read the more you start to think that maybe he's right and the government group he was with are the corrupt ones. I know he isn't a saint by any means. But I am hopeing that he isn't killed off. Reminds me of those anti-heros, the ones you think are the enemies but really they are fighting against a hidden foe. This book was finished in less than 2 hours and had me drooling for the next Skye Codename book. Definitely read Codename Baby and Codename Blondie to get the full WOW effect.

"Code Name: Blondie" was a fast and exciting read. I loved the bio-enhancements endowed upon the hunky Navy Seal and his dog, Truman. Although the hero's enhancements allowed him to "read" a person by touching them, he still anguished over the motives of Miki, the heroine. This made him sympathetic in spite of his superhero qualities. Very clever! And Miki - the heroine who knits when she's nervous - was a kick.

As an advid reader of Christina Skyes' novels. I can say without a doubt, "Blondie" is my favorite. It has it all, action, suspense, mystery and sizzling romance. The Navy Seals are hot and the Top Secret govermental testing keeps your interest while making you wonder whats next. It appeals to both the younger and older generations. The "Code Name" series, would definitely make a great T.V. mini-series. A great read!!

Miki Fortune has finally grown up and is ready to devote herself to a career in photography a passion since childhood. Although rather clumsy she is extremely independent and very stubborn. This ball of fire is not the kind of woman to just sit back and be pushed around at the hands of someone as senseless and tasteless as Vance Merchant. As driven as she is to succeed at her current beach calendar assignment she remains smart and tough enough to not allow herself to be blackmailed by this greedy, weasel of a man. But no matter how many wrong ways this man rubs her she still does not wish him any harm as the old Cessna he rented takes a turn for the worst and they plummet helplessly to sea. Luckily for Miki, Max Preston, one hot Navy Seal and his wonder dog partner Truman happen to be involved in a secret government project that lead them to the same mysterious island. The highly skilled duo must locate and detain Cruz, a top Navy Seal leader gone bad with killer intentions. Or is that just what Max and his team are led to believe while the government covers up what they have really been up to? And talk about traitors...is Dutch the Cessna's pilot really injured and just another innocent victim stranded on the island or is he only playing possum until he gets a chance to jump the gun and betray Miki? Find out for yourself whether or not the relationship between Max and Miki turns hot and steamy or if they remain hostile and untrusting. Will the unwelcome feelings of desire he is overwhelmed with cloud his judgement therefore risking the whole operation and putting all their lives at jeopardy or does he manage to pull through and save the day with the help of Truman and his extraordinary human qualities? It was a very cute touch when one of the authors characters kept referring to another as "honey" however simultaneous characters used the same line throughout the story when they should have developed their own personal traits. Other than this it was action packed and captivated my complete attention up to the very end and still definitely worth reading! I look forward to reading more of Christina Skye's adventures and give this book two thumbs up!

Photographer Miki Fortune is working on a full color calendar of models on dozens of beaches when she leaves for the next spot on a dilapidated plane. A storm forces an emergency landing at sea near another island. Navy SEAL Max Preston saves her life, but is put off by doing so.

Max is working with his canine partner Truman trying to locate psychotic former Foxfire teammate Enrique Cruz, governmentally enhanced Ops. Like Truman Max has also been altered so his tactile skills enable him process biochemical indicators. Miki destroys his ability to use his sense of touch because he prefers to believe that his attraction to her is stronger than his improved senses rather than she is an uncover associate of Cruz.

The Code Name series (see CODE NAME: BABY) are some of the most fun action adventure romances on the market today. Max, Miki, and Truman are a terrific trio who find themselves in one harrowing situation after another. Adding to the good time is that Max distrusts Miki though Truman adores her while she reciprocates the canine's feelings but thinks his playmate is a lunatic. Fans will enjoy this exhilarating romantic suspense thriller because of the threesome.

Harriet Klausner

The kinds of stories that I love are ones that involve a strong, intelligent, very real woman. And I found that Miki fit the bill. She's a little uncertain, she's fierce, smart and she's just one of those good, spirited women who despite difficult obstacles rises to the occassion. I also enjoyed Max, who's intense, secretive, and cynical. He's a challenge, and I love challenges! Truman (I'm a sucker for dogs, labs especially!) was a wonderful addition to the story. The element of suspense combined with the action made the book a fairly well-paced read.

Given the amount of things going on in the story, the book (despite it's rather thick size) lacks depth. I would have liked there to have been a stronger emphasis on Miki and Max's development and relationship. At the end, when they declared their feelings, it seemed a bit, well, shallow. I think that's because the development and deepening of the relationship/bond didn't come through as clearly amidst all that was going on. It was really a letdown. It didn't feel complete or satisfying. I heard from a friend that "Baby" ended much the same way...and given what cursory attention was given about Wolfe and Kit in "Blondie"....I'm not completely hopeful that the next book will be much different.

Still, because of the lack of happy endings, I'm determined to read the next one and all the ones related to it in the hopes of getting a happy, satisfying ending...but for me, this book wasn't so great that I now want to read every book the author has written.

We have a book pool at the office and I took this home for a lark. What a fun book. Nothing too heavy. It was corny and wouldnt we all love to have a guy as "enhanced" as Max. Miki was cute and perky but it was Truman the wonder Lab that stole my heart. I love Labs.

It was a very imaginative storyline. Wonder if our government is truly working on all the military enhancements. Now, I am in a quandry about Cruz. He's hateful right now but how did he get that way? and I think Ms. Skye left a doubt open for her next installment. I think, for now, I will look thru our office treasures for the 'Baby' installment. Sensuality is an 8.

Have enjoyed all of Christina Skyes books, this one just not as good. Maybe it was just me but the story line was just not there for me. Everything happens in a very short 48 hours.

This book the last in a series by Christina Skye, left you wanting more. Full of excitement, mystery and intrigue