Commanding Flame and Shield
Grayshell Rising, Book One
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Connor Brannigan
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Nikki Grey
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S.J. Barnett
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A reluctant, prophesied leader. A legendary warrior. An evasive enemy threatening everything they hold dear, and a star-crossed love they’d burn the world to save.
August Porter is a lucrative investor, admired for his ethics and respected for his success. Engaged to a beautiful businesswoman, his life looks like the American dream. But August has a secret. His nights are spent fighting for his life—trying to escape talons that drag him into darkness, fleeing monsters promising an end to his future. But they're just nightmares. At least, that's what he convinces himself...until he comes face to face with a fierce stranger promising salvation...if he leaves everything he's ever known behind.
The legendary Alvara of Grayshell has two missions in life: guard humanity from the demons freed from Hell, and steward half-Angel souls into their own dimension when their celestial powers arrive. For months, she’s been haunted daily by August’s face. By the constant pull to him. The mysterious man evades her power…when no mark ever has.
Grayshell, Chicago...even Hell itself—she won't stop fighting until his soul is safe with her. When an ancient prophecy brings forth an enemy threatening to sever everything he loves, August must confront his destiny. Will he trust the light or succumb to the darkness?
Filled with deep world building, a tension-filled slow burn romance, and epic battles, this first book in the Grayshell Rising series is perfect for fans of Throne of Glass and The Bridge Kingdom.
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- By 🔥 Phx17 🔥 on 05-25-23
By: Kim Chance
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Restart Again
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- By: Adam Ladner
- Narrated by: Alex Knox
- Length: 8 hrs and 38 mins
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All of the stories you've heard are wrong. They always tell you that starting a new life in a fantasy world is an amazing experience, full of magic, adventure, and true love...but they never tell you what happens when it's over. They don't tell you that it just happens again. And again. By the time you start your third new life in a row, all of that initial amazement wears off. That's where Lux finds himself now: dropped into yet another fantasy world, forced to restart his life all over again. He wants nothing more than to disappear...but it seems the world has other plans for him.
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This book is below average
- By Anon on 09-30-20
By: Adam Ladner
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Undercover Magic Vol. 1
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- By: Meg Anne
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Lina wants the one thing a ghost can’t have. To be touched. When she’s given the opportunity to rejoin the world of the living and experience exactly that, the muscle-bound immortal warrior with icy blue eyes is just what the doctor ordered.
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Great banter!
- By Miya on 02-05-24
By: Meg Anne
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An Heir Comes to Rise
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In the impoverished outer town of a kingdom where fae outrank humans, Faythe, an orphan with a talent for swordplay, knows the importance of keeping her head down around the fae patrol. She and best friend Jakon long for a better life, and her desire to swing her sword in combat may bring the purpose and coin she's yearned for.
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It’s ok.
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Fractured Souls
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When Cassius Black moves to San Francisco for a fresh start, the angel's hopes of staying below the radar of the supernatural organizations that oversee the otherworldly and magic users in the city are dashed when he stumbles across a dead body in the sewers. Morgan King and his team of Argonaut agents have been on the hunt all summer for the culprits behind a series of gruesome killings that have rocked the city. When Fate puts Cassius in Morgan's path, he realizes the angel everyone likes to call The Devil may very well be the only person who can help them track down the murderers.
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Holy Crap, How didn’t I find this sooner???
- By Ethan on 11-06-22
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The Vampire King
- The Kings Series, Book 1
- By: Heather Killough-Walden
- Narrated by: Antony Ferguson
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It was immediate for Roman. In 3,000 years, he'd never lost control of his emotions, or his heart. But the moment he laid eyes on Evelynne Farrow, he knew she was the woman who haunted his dreams. And everything changed. Everything. Evie Farrow has always loved a good vampire romance. In fact, she makes a living writing them. While sitting in a coffee shop and working on her next mega-hot book, Evie is approached by a tall, dark, and handsome man who could have been pulled directly from one of her novels.
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Interesting story but...
- By Outlaw on 05-16-13
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Of Mist and Shadow
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When the vicious fae king catches Tessa stealing his powerful gemstones, he demands a cruel punishment. She must leave her family and friends behind and become his future human bride. Tessa has never stepped foot inside the glittering fae city until now—and no mortal is allowed. There, things are far more monstrous than she ever dreamed. King Oberon humiliates her, terrorizes her, and threatens those she loves. But when she escapes, someone far worse finds her.
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Very enjoyable!
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By: Jenna Wolfhart
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Avenger's Angel
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In the debut of an exciting new series from Heather Killough-Walden, the archangel Uriel thinks he has found his one true archess in Eleanor Granger-but can he protect her from the danger that threatens her?
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Interesting concept spoiled by flaws
- By Wrightaway on 10-13-12
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- Jessica
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Not what I expected
Definitely wasn't ready for the religious fighter plot. I should've looked more into it first. It was an amazing audio performance, though!!
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- A.D. Waltz
- 04-06-23
The BEST audiobook I've ever listened to.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨️
1 🌶 - Slow Burn 🔥
I purchased the audio of this after hearing a snippet on tiktok, and I have zero regrets. Before I even get into the review, let me just say that this was by far the most amazing narration I have ever heard. SUPERB. Highly recommend.
The writing was absolutely beautiful. I was utterly captivated by the story telling, the world building, and the characters. This story had a full cast, yet it didn't feel "crowded" or overdone. I fell in love with so many of them.
I'd argue that the romance was a subplot in this one, and it was an EXTREMELY slow burn that finally blazed in the end.
Could it have been two hundred pages shorter and still done the job? Absolutely. Just another reason that I'm happy I opted for the audio. It probably would have earned that elusive fifth star if it weren't for that point alone.
There was one moment that just didn't sit well with me, however. August asks Alvara why all of the nephilim are so pale. She answers him by saying that a tan is considered "damage" to the skin, and thus their healing powers keep them from tanning. This implies that there are no POC nephilim, and none are mentioned at any point during the story. They are all described as having pale skin. To suggest that anything other than pale skin was "damaged" skin just rubbed me the wrong way. As a baby author, I'm hoping Barnett learns and includes diversity as she grows because she is incredibly talented.
The plot is unique, and the world was expertly crafted. The slight cliffhanger that we were left with is driving me crazy, and I can't wait for the next book.
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- Samantha
- 07-25-23
I'm hooked!
This story is amazing! I was hooked at every turn and I can't wait for the next one. I especially loved the duel narration, it really brought the story ALIVE!
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- Tyler Bowman
- 02-02-23
AMAZING! CAPTIVATING! Fast paced!
I received an ARC and I will continue recommending this book to everyone! I couldn’t wait to share!
The audiobook at x1.2 speed was so well done! I loved it. I read the physical book, ebook, and audio book, depending on what I was doing. The recording quality of the voice actors was clear and the Connor (the male narrator) had so many great unique character voices.
Sydne captured my attention from the first page, I am not even exaggerating. Her writing style is effortless to read. The imagery so detailed and vivid that I can picture everything in my head. I love the “family” unit, and their banter. I also love that there are high stakes and action in the first few chapters. It starts off strong and just keeps on going.
The action and plot start developing strongly at the beginning, and they just do not stop! The slow burn is immaculate. There’s tension, and I loved it. I understood the characters reasoning behind the decision to take it slow, and enjoyed the ride.
I absolutely love when I can pick up on the subtle hints and clues authors leave along the way before a grand reveal. I was very excited to have gotten this one right. The cherry on top was that while I got one right, I was also surprised by something else I didn’t see coming at all.
Alvara is a character I resonate with, and look up to. She’s relatable but also way more badass than I could ever be.
The book moved along, and didn’t spend an unnecessary amount of time on frivolous details. I’ll repeat that it was still very detailed. Especially the imagery. But it wasn’t drawn out. This one book had a compete plot, beginning, middle, and an end. There are hints at the next story and some unknowns are teased, but it didn’t end on a cliffhanger.
I am So Very excited for book two and I can’t begin to explain how amazing Sydne is as a human being. I’m grateful to have received an arc, and will wait patiently for book two because I know the wait will be worth it!
⭐️ found/fated family
⭐️ fated mates
⭐️ angels and demons
⭐️ action action and more action
⭐️ magic and spells
⭐️ high stakes
⭐️ fast paced
⭐️ reincarnation
⭐️ strong badass fmc
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- The Romos
- 03-11-23
Debut fantasy novel
This a great debut novel. The story is compelling and feels like it comes so far thru the course of the book. Only reason for 4 and not 5 is that I would have preferred more character building instead of hopping from trope to trope.
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- DJ Vinberg
- 01-27-23
Check it out!
The action, passion, charismatic friendships, and detail throughout the whole book gave a great insight to the fantasy world. The character development made it feel like you were friends with every single character. The slow burn left you itching for more and more. I highly recommend this book to all the fantasy lovers and it is well worth the read!
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- Delanie
- 02-17-23
So well done!
I love a fantasy romance with multiple POV. These two voice actors did such a good job bringing the characters to life. I really feel like the author was able to take a genre that is well known and loved and add interesting differences to set herself apart from the rest of the mix. I like that audio book so much that I ended up buying a physical copy that I'm planning to add to my TBR. if you're thinking about trying this book I highly recommend doing so.
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- Ana
- 02-13-23
Holy wow
This book is beyond good I couldn’t stop listening to it / reading it definitely one of my FAVORITE reads of 2023 so far !!!
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- Jessica W.
- 04-23-23
Fantastic
Such a great story. Loved the build up between characters and LOVED the found family theme in this book. The FMC is amazing. So strong, but also annoying at times with her secrets. The dual narration is one of the best parts of this book. Can’t wait for books two.
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- jack j. applefeld
- 09-27-23
Not the best
I DNF this audible book. The beginning had such potential but the voices for some of the characters were grating at times. This was a book I saw as a review on Tok Tok but I regret the purchase.
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