Rating: 
Summary: A PERFECT 10
Review: **A Perfect 10**Susan Grant's splendid visual imagery, natural dialogue and superb characterization combine to make the impossible not only possible, but plausible in her latest book, CONTACT. The mental and emotional turmoil Jordan and Kao endure will wring your emotions and touch your heart. Keep a box of tissues handy. Trust me. Even those who never cry over books will find themselves teary-eyed. I don't believe in alien life on other planets, but I enjoy sci-fi romance. In fact, my all time favorite book is WARRIOR'S WOMAN by Johanna Lindsey. As much as I love that book, however, it's just fantasy. CONTACT affected me in a way I never expected, for while I read it, it WAS real. Things I accepted as absolute truth before I began reading melted away, just as they did for the passengers of United 58. Ms Grant displays wisdom by not allowing the passengers to presume alien abduction. Instead, they believe themselves victims of a terrorist hijacking, a much more believable scenario. Only later do they realize the truth, yet even then they do not passively accept their fate. They are Americans and struggle to hold onto as much of their way of life as possible, which is what I would expect. Some readers may not like the fact that a number of passengers wanted a male leader, rather than Jordan, feeling it sexist. But I applaud the author for not following the politically correct path. Yes, it was sexist of those members to prefer a male over a female, but in that same scenario I'd have wanted a strong male too, if available. Sue me. I don't think it showed a lack of respect for Jordan. On the contrary, they respected her a great deal. Still, it's normal to seek comfort and need security when life turns upside down, and their desire for a strong, male leader was simply an attempt to gain that extra feeling of security. Wrong? Maybe. But entirely human. I haven't written much about the poignant romance, delved into the complex motivations that drive Jordan and Kao, the painful conflicts between them, or the destructive forces that threaten all they hold dear, and those alone would make this book a keeper. However, it's Ms Grant's ability to place the reader into the story as if a participant, rather than just an observer, and to make one accept the possibility, even if only for a moment, that will leave you breathless. For a story that will make you feel, make you think, make you believe, don't miss CONTACT.
Rating:
Summary: A PERFECT 10
Review: **A Perfect 10** Susan Grant's splendid visual imagery, natural dialogue and superb characterization combine to make the impossible not only possible, but plausible in her latest book, CONTACT. The mental and emotional turmoil Jordan and Kao endure will wring your emotions and touch your heart. Keep a box of tissues handy. Trust me. Even those who never cry over books will find themselves teary-eyed. I don't believe in alien life on other planets, but I enjoy sci-fi romance. In fact, my all time favorite book is WARRIOR'S WOMAN by Johanna Lindsey. As much as I love that book, however, it's just fantasy. CONTACT affected me in a way I never expected, for while I read it, it WAS real. Things I accepted as absolute truth before I began reading melted away, just as they did for the passengers of United 58. Ms Grant displays wisdom by not allowing the passengers to presume alien abduction. Instead, they believe themselves victims of a terrorist hijacking, a much more believable scenario. Only later do they realize the truth, yet even then they do not passively accept their fate. They are Americans and struggle to hold onto as much of their way of life as possible, which is what I would expect. Some readers may not like the fact that a number of passengers wanted a male leader, rather than Jordan, feeling it sexist. But I applaud the author for not following the politically correct path. Yes, it was sexist of those members to prefer a male over a female, but in that same scenario I'd have wanted a strong male too, if available. Sue me. I don't think it showed a lack of respect for Jordan. On the contrary, they respected her a great deal. Still, it's normal to seek comfort and need security when life turns upside down, and their desire for a strong, male leader was simply an attempt to gain that extra feeling of security. Wrong? Maybe. But entirely human. I haven't written much about the poignant romance, delved into the complex motivations that drive Jordan and Kao, the painful conflicts between them, or the destructive forces that threaten all they hold dear, and those alone would make this book a keeper. However, it's Ms Grant's ability to place the reader into the story as if a participant, rather than just an observer, and to make one accept the possibility, even if only for a moment, that will leave you breathless. For a story that will make you feel, make you think, make you believe, don't miss CONTACT.
Rating: 
Summary: This book really works
Review: I bought this book to read on a long flight. It was just the thing. Contact is one of those growing number of books that is only shelved in the Romance section because Susan Grant thought of first as a Romance writer. If Contact had been written by someone else it would have been shelved with Science Fiction. That's not to say that there is no romance in the book, there is, lots of it, but there is also action, adventure and intrigue. Unlike so very many para-normal romances this book works on both levels. Ms. Grant has taken advantage of her experience as an airline pilot to create a plot that rings true. The reader feels the heroine, airline co-pilot Jordan's fear and horror when she realizes the plane she is flying has been hijacked. When the plane's Captain dieds, she steps in and takes control. She's not wonder woman, it's her job. The passengers and crew of United Flight 58 refuse to be victims. Even after being told that the Earth has been destroyed and they are the only survivors they don't give up hope. I have to wonder if writing this book in the aftermath of the 911 events was not at least a little cathartic for Ms. Grant. It was great to see everyday people fight back and win. Whatever the inspiration Contact was a fun read, and I look forward to more great books from Ms. Grant in the future.
Rating:
Summary: A Really Good Book
Review: I have to confess that I usually don't read futuristic romance, but after read a few pages of "Contact" I decided to buy it. This book really surprise me. The furiristic/romance parts were evenly balance and Ms. Grant seemed not to overboard on either parts. I really enjoyed the fact that Ms. Grant herself was really an airline pilot. These parts seem very real to the reader. Overall, this is really good book.
Rating:
Summary: Outstanding! Highly Recommended
Review: I just finished CONTACT by Susan Grant last night and I have to tell you --
it is spectacular. From the first page to the last, it is full of emotion.
Add just the right blend of romance, mystery, and adventure and you have
one of the best reads of the year. Although this is definitely a science fiction romance, it isn't a futuristic
instead taking place in present day. Jordan Cady is a pilot for United
(like Sue herself) and widowed mother of a young daughter when the plane she
is co-piloting is swallowed up by an alien aircraft. The aliens are
actually part of the human race, albeit highly sophisticated. When the
passengers are told that earth has been destroyed by a comet, the alien
spaceship in fact rescuing them, they feel a mixture of shock, grief, and
relief. Chosen as a spokesperson for the "rescuers" is Kao, the adopted son of their
leader. And, this being a romance, after all, Jordan and Kao "click" with
several pretty steamy scenes . References to 9/11 make an impact on the reader and the story takes a lot of
twists in turns, really showing Grant's talents as one of the one of
romances new stars. The growth in her writing after just four books is
remarkable -- given that even her first book was oustanding. I am not a sci-fi reader, in fact, other than books by Grant and Catherine
Asaro, have not read others in this genre. So, I have to recommend this
book for not only sci-fi fans but those who just want a well-written,
compelling read. This one got me out of a mini reading slump and I finished
in just two days (very busy days at that).
Rating:
Summary: Wow!
Review: I waited for this book for a long time. That's dangerous...because it sets one up for disappointment...but Contact was everything I've come to expect from Susan Grant's books...and more. An intelligent, kick-bootie heroine, a to-die-for hero...sweet and strong...and enough action to keep me turning the pages practically nonstop...a definite reread. Verrry highly recommended.
Rating:
Summary: Definite keeper
Review: I whole-heartedly recommend Susan Grant's wonderful s/f romance, CONTACT, but with a warning-- don't do as I did and start reading it in the evening, unless you're prepared to stay up all night. This book sucked me in from the very first exciting paragraphs when a 747 jumbo jet is hijacked in a most unusual manner, through a wonderful romance and thrilling ending--I literally could not put it down. The characters are beautifully drawn, the plot intriguing and the surprises enough to keep you glued to the pages. Definitely a keeper. I'm a new Susan Grant fan--had only read her wonderful novella in the anthology, The Only One, which I loved--but I've already got four of her other books in my TBR stack. I'm hooked!
Rating:
Summary: A romance for Trekkies!
Review: If you have ever sighed and wished that you could be whisked off on the Starship Enterprise for some interstellar romance, then Susan Grant has written the book for you. Widow Jordan Cady is just punching the clock as a pilot for United Airlines, saving up money to invest in a Colorado horse ranch for her and her daughter, when a freak storm turns out to be an alien ship that captures her flight. The Captain has a heart attack and that leaves Jordan in charge. Kao is the alien tasked with informing the survivors that Earth has been destroyed by a comet and the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 58 are the only survivors. Kao, being a former POW in the recent intergalactic war, sympathizes with the refuges, especially the beautiful co-pilot leader. But something behind the scenes of this rescue smells... Contact is nice piece of escapist fantasy, although parallels between the books fictional world and the real life events of 9/11 sometimes bring an unwanted dose of harsh reality to the tale. Nonetheless, for lovers of romance and/or space fantasy, Contact delivers. Recommended.
Rating:
Summary: A poignantly emotional read...
Review: Jordan Cady only has one passion...her six year old daughter, Roberta. As a pilot for a commercial airline, Jordan is away from home for days at a time. When she co-pilots a flight that will only keep her away from home for one day, she promises her daughter that she will come home the next day. Then the unthinkable happens. From her seat in the cockpit, Jordan sees something that makes her doubt her own sanity. What looks like a spaceship swallows the 747 whole. Not knowing what happened and the pilot having died of a heart attack, Jordan is named Captain. With almost three hundred passengers and a flight crew of twenty, Jordan is convinced that they have been taken hostage. Kao is on the ship that takes control of the 747 from Earth. After seeing the total destruction of Earth with his own eyes, Kao is certain that the survivors will be grateful for saving their lives. What he finds is a plane full of people that will give their lives to save each other. Soon, he finds himself falling for the captain of the ship. He is drawn to her strength and courage, something he has seen little of since he was released from captivity. Jordan and Kao soon realize that they are in the middle of a bigger plan then they thought. What originally started out as a rescue mission soon turned into something more sinister. With politics and treason, Jordan and Kao must work together to save the citizens of New Earth and find a way to return everyone home. The story between Kao and Jordan is poignant and heartbreaking. They find eachother in the middle of crisis, only holding onto what they know is true...each other. It is their love that gets them through the three months they spend aboard The Savior and what ulimately saves the lives of more than one hundred people. Kao's inner struggle brought tears to my eyes at times, as did the heartbreak Jordan felt over losing her daughter. Don't miss it!
Rating:
Summary: Thanks Sue for another wonderful read !!
Review: Susan Grant has created a wonderfully thought provoking and exciting adventure for us. CONTACT is a bit more serious than her other books, but rich in detail, language, and suspense. As always with all her books, completely entertaining. Kao, our hero (I completely adore this one), is somber, dark, scarred, and a loyal-to-the-bone warrior. I alternated between wanting to cuddle him, pinch his tush, smack him once or twice, but then tell him a joke to hear him laugh. Hey Kao, this Alien and a parrot walk into a bar... The man (or is he?) is like my favorite tasty candy: hard on the outside, but worth the effort to get the tender, dreamy inside. Addictive, sensual. Jordon, our lovely heroine, is just the right woman to show Kao all the simple pleasures in life he has been missing. She's warm, loving, intelligent, courageous -- even though she doesn't think so -- and very determined in a way only a woman can be. The secondary characters are just as interesting... let's see, like Homeland Security Agent Mel Lee. She's just a laugh riot. ;) So for you frequent flyers, next time you're on a night flight, open you window shade and look out at the stars and that inky black sky, think about CONTACT and let your imagination run wild. Don't worry, the Alliance will be watching.
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