Dark Star Rising: Blackwood & Virtue
Dark Star Rising: Blackwood & Virtue is the second novel in the Blackwood & Virtue series. Its story follows a covert mission against a pirate network, with a revenge plot and an increasingly intense relationship between Liam Blackwood and Amelia Virtue. This Kindle edition is listed at 380 pages and includes enhanced typesetting and Page Flip.
At a glance
- Second novel in the Blackwood & Virtue series.
- The crew of the star sailing ship HMS Daring undertakes a covert mission to dismantle a pirate network.
- The plot combines imperial intrigue, pursuit of a mysterious leader, revenge, and a developing romance.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The listing gives a clear series position, useful for readers deciding whether to start with an earlier book.
- A 380-page length and Kindle reading features are specified, including Screen Reader support, Word Wise, and Page Flip.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Harper Voyager |
|---|---|
| Publication date | September 29, 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 380 pages |
| File size | 4.0 MB |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0062820389 |
| Screen Reader | Supported |
|---|---|
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Not Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers already following the Blackwood & Virtue series.
- Fans of military space adventure, covert missions, political danger, and romantic tension.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a confirmed standalone story, since this is identified as the second series novel.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
54% 54% - 4 stars
36% 36% - 3 stars
10% 10% - 2 stars
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Aggregate customer ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the four- or five-star categories and a smaller three-star share. That offers a cautiously favorable signal, but ratings alone do not explain what readers liked or disliked. The listing's spacefaring covert mission and romantic tension may help readers judge whether the premise fits their tastes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dark Star Rising a standalone novel?
It is described as the second Blackwood & Virtue novel, so readers seeking the series context may want to begin with the earlier book.
What is the story about?
Liam Blackwood and Amelia Virtue go undercover to investigate a pirate network while their ship and crew face a separate revenge threat.
What Kindle reading features are listed?
Screen Reader support, enhanced typesetting, Word Wise, and Page Flip are enabled. X-Ray is not enabled.
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