The Skypirate (Dreamspun) [Paperback]

Justine Davis (Author)

Book Description

Series: Dreamspun | Publication Date: February 1, 1995

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 destroy the Coalition--and ignite their passion.

Product Details

• Paperback: 379 pages
• Publisher: Topaz (February 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0451404912
• ISBN-13: 978-0451404916
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #311,593 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Pirate of the Spaceship Variety and an Escaped Slave Fall in Love, August 23, 2005

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Dakota "daxydakota" (Southern California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Skypirate (Dreamspun) (Paperback)

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.**

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A futuristic twist on Romeo and Juliet, with a happy ending, January 19, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Skypirate (Dreamspun) (Paperback)

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.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Out of This World!!, July 2, 2005

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ccleon "83" (PA, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Skypirate (Dreamspun) (Paperback)

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.