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Jacclyn James
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Adina Chiles
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A kingdom built with secrets is bound to unravel. During the month of Amira, the silver moon emerges, and the kingdom of Zyra comes alive with anticipation for the annual ball. Mellana Goodwick, finally at the rightful age of 16, receives her first invitation, but when unexpected events take place, immediate regret sets in.
Mellana finds herself caught in a strange storm—casting down green lightning and filling the sky with ear-splitting thunder. To make matters worse, the kingdom comes under attack by Prince Lorian, a man removed from the line of succession for murdering his sister, the future queen, and her newborn child.
After escaping the attack with her best friends, Mellana stumbles upon a box left by a woman named Rose. With the power to see glimpses of the future, Rose warns Mellana of hidden powers the kingdom has covered up and Lorian’s desire to unleash them all. Rose instructs Mellana to gather the sacred article from each of the seven kingdoms before Lorian and his deadly group can gain access to them. Together, the items unlock a barrier that is meant to stay shut.
In Secrets of a Rose, Mellana will discover remarkable abilities that stir around her—and some that even rise within. In order to keep what she loves, she must embark on a race against the person who dares to threaten it all.
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Sixteen-year-old Aurora wishes she were anyone else. Mistreated by her adopted family and bullied at school, she believes things can’t get any worse. But when she’s kidnapped and dragged through an ancient tapestry into the magical world of Avalonia, she soon discovers that some dreams can easily turn into nightmares.
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Love the story, not the narrator
- By mandinicole22 on 11-26-19
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Blood Singer
- Blood Singer Trilogy, Book 1
- By: Willow Asteria
- Narrated by: Ricki Layne
- Length: 6 hrs and 34 mins
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She has lived and died more times than she could count. All before she turned 19. The same man has killed her each time: The Crown Prince of the Vampires, Darius Dragomeir. He is the most deadly vampire to ever exist. His thirst for blood is driven by the same curse that has them locked in a game of cat and mouse.
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I loved this spin on vampires
- By Danielle Lynn on 04-23-24
By: Willow Asteria
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The King's Weapon
- Of Fire and Lies, Book 1
- By: Neena Laskowski
- Narrated by: Jacci Prior, Michael Gallagher
- Length: 12 hrs and 3 mins
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Kallie's next assignment from her father, the king of Ardentol: Choose a suitor, capture his heart—then take his throne. Although the Great War that split Vaneria into seven kingdoms ended one hundred years ago, its shadow looms over the people. Due to her unique gift from the gods, Kallie has become her father's errand girl and his key to uniting the kingdoms once again.
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FREAKING AMAZING
- By chrissy206 on 08-08-24
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Good Intentions
- The Road to Hell Series, Book 1
- By: Brenda K. Davies
- Narrated by: Sonja Field
- Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins
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It has been 13 years since the war started, the bombs were dropped, and the central states became a thing of the past. When the war ended, a wall was erected to divide the surviving states from those destroyed. I never expected to go beyond the wall, but unlike all the others who volunteered to go, I wasn't given a choice. With a dim knowledge of what I could do, the soldiers came for me. They took me beyond the wall where I learned that the truth is far more terrifying than I'd ever dreamed.
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great story poorly read
- By Maddy on 10-24-18
By: Brenda K. Davies
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Rogue Ethereal: The Complete Series
- By: Annie Anderson
- Narrated by: Cassandra Parker
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I was burned at the stake at 14...I was drowned in a lake when I was 24...at 27, I was stoned in a public square. I have died a hundred times in a hundred different ways, usually at the hands of the humans I've tried to save. But when a pregnant young woman finds her way into my tattoo shop with a demon on her tail, things go from bad to worse. Being a centuries-old witch isn't going to help me—nothing will. This time I might just die in a way that sticks...permanently.
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Loved it
- By Anonymous User on 06-12-23
By: Annie Anderson
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I Wish for You
- A Happily Ever After Romantic Comedy
- By: Camilla Isley
- Narrated by: Rhiannon Angell
- Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins
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A year ago when the love of her life dumped her for no apparent reason, Ally thought she had hit rock bottom. But now that she has seen him with another woman, and one she knows only too well, her life seems to have reached a whole new level of low.
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My Guardian Demon
- By: A.D. Craig
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Wynn - I thought I left my stalker ex-boyfriend hundreds of miles behind when I left my college. I moved to a new town, started a new school, and didn't reveal my new destination publicly. Surprise, surprise: I was wrong. Onyx - When Wynn's guardian angel retired, a new one got assigned -- or should have been, anyway. Somehow, I got the job instead -- I have to take the job until the clerks fix the error. I wonder how a guardian demon will work out for her?
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Cute Story
- By Melronaaa on 07-01-23
By: A.D. Craig
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Original Sin
- The Order of Vampires, Book 1
- By: Lydia Michaels
- Narrated by: Lucinda Gainey
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Adam Hartzler has always been an honorable immortal, but the fine line between right and wrong blurs when he is called to his fated mate. If he does not find and claim her soon, he will lose his soul and humanity, transforming into a vile predator controlled by insatiable bloodlust. His salvation relies on her surrender. Will Adam find her or live a tortured eternity as a vampire? Time’s slipping away and so is Adam’s control.
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Absolutely amazing!
- By Sara B on 08-31-20
By: Lydia Michaels
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Darkness Unknown
- Beshadowed, Book 1
- By: Selina A. Fenech
- Narrated by: Melody Muzljakovich
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After the death of her mother, Everly goes back to her eerie hometown with a plan to get in and out as quick as possible.
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Captivating, creative, and so good!!
- By ElleBee on 04-12-23
By: Selina A. Fenech
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The Unseen
- The Reel of Rhysia, Book 1
- By: Lilla Glass
- Narrated by: Patricia Santomasso
- Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins
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Elwyn is remarkably unremarkable, and she prefers it that way. Perhaps it is a talent owed to the training of the notorious syndicate that reared her, or it may be a gift from her invisible friend—a clever and capricious creature who, unlike most invisible friends, has only grown more real with time. Either way, Elwyn's unremarkability is about to fail her.
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Unique high fantasy story!
- By Ginger Reads on 12-17-23
By: Lilla Glass
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Touched by Fire: Magic Wars
- Demons of New Chicago, Book 1
- By: Kel Carpenter
- Narrated by: Savannah Gilmore, Adam Gold
- Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins
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For a decade, I’ve hated the supernaturals who owned my world. I hunted them. I killed them. And now, in the most grand twist of fate - I am bonded to one of them. Oh, the irony. Being a supernatural bounty hunter isn’t exactly a popular job. But after the magic wars, there aren’t many things a human can do that will put food on the table. Thankfully, anything my right hook can’t handle, my guns can. Or so I thought.
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Okay, the narrator is fuckin awesome
- By Lawanda G. on 01-17-21
By: Kel Carpenter
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Bound
- Turning Moon, Book 1
- By: Julie Embleton
- Narrated by: Elyse Osterhaug
- Length: 8 hrs and 21 mins
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The new Alpha of Nyah Morgan’s pack has aligned with dark forces, and his plans for Nyah break the most absolute of Lycan Laws. Maimed by his magic, she turns rogue, her incapacity landing her in unfamiliar Lycan territory, where she catches the unwanted attention of Dean Carson, an Alpha determined to learn the truth she hides. With her crazed Alpha closing in and the safety of another pack at stake, Nyah is forced into making a choice. Her bound wolf is killing her, and both Alphas can save her, but which one, and at what cost?
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Why doesn’t the audio book and the actually book match up?
- By Leslie on 07-27-24
By: Julie Embleton
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The Crow King
- Wintervale, Book 1
- By: M. H. Woodscourt
- Narrated by: Logan Stearns
- Length: 10 hrs and 17 mins
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The Crow King has outlawed magic. Despite the kingdom's edict, Gwyn plunges into the ancient and deadly True Wood to find a magical cure for his dying brother. Within the shadowed realm, he must fend off more than violent and fallen fae - like Ilidreth - when he learns the king is out to stop him at whatever cost. On his desperate quest, he is joined by a unicorn, a quirky girl, and the maddest of the fallen fae. Together they must outrun enchanted crows and enemy armies, and face the ghosts of a shattered age, all while racing to save Gwyn’s brother.
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A Wonderful Adventure!
- By Taw Worth on 06-03-22
By: M. H. Woodscourt
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- Marina
- 11-15-23
Beautiful all around
I really appreciate how this story was narrated , because it flowed nice and beautifully. I highly recommend this audiobook and story!
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- Aaron
- 01-13-24
Fantastic
I really liked the story and loved the narration. It was perfect match for this book and made me want to keep listening after I finished.
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- Copyrightxcasey
- 11-25-23
An epic and pulse pounding adventure
I was provided a copy of this title for free and am leaving this review voluntarily. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
On the lookout for a super fast paced and engaging YA fantasy? Want a series starter featuring an epic quest, a broad cast of characters and a plot that goes from zero to one hundred in an instant?
You’ve found it. Adina Chiles did something with this book, and I’ll be eagerly awaiting my chance to return to this world.
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- BookLovingNerd87
- 11-14-23
Loved It So Much
To hear this amazing story on audiobook form was amazing. Loved the narrators voice she really did an amazing job. As always this series will always be a 5 stars for me.
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- Russ S.
- 11-11-23
Great Story!
The authors written description of the characters non-verbal reactions really help you visualize the scene. WELL DONE!
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- Caprice M.
- 11-15-23
Excited for the 2nd to be narrated!
This was an easy listen that was enjoyable and kept my attention! The story felt a little slow at times, but it was during times of sweet relationship building so that made up for it. I loved the characters, and I’m excited to see where they go. The narration was beautifully done! I really hope they’ll get the second one done soon so I can give it a listen. Loved the epilogue!
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- Crystal Roberts
- 12-18-23
The overall story and world building is amazing
⭐️: 5 stars
✨original book review july 2022 with additional notes on the reread from earlier this year ✨
This is the debut book from Adina Chiles, the book was a wonderful adventure of magic and friendships. It was a breath of fresh air and like nothing I have read. The main character was interesting and relatable. I think I caught some buding romance between a few of the characters and I want to know more. The main character Mellana is a fun heroine and the friendship between her and Jewels is so sweet. I can’t wait for book 2, and will be adding this series and this author to my watch list.
Revised after rereading- omg I forgot how wonderful this book was I mean when you read a book and you can go back and just be blown away by how great the world building is and the characters are fun and fleshed out they grow so fast in this series and I loved every moment of this book again and can’t wait to jump in to book 2
✨ Audiobook review ✨
I love listening to books while I read with them so I catch more information…. Being dyslexic this helps me out so much m. The narrator did an excellent job of articulating the words and voices of the characters. The emotion of the book was spot on. If you have auditable I would recommend checking out this book for sure.
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- Anonymous User
- 11-30-23
Really great YA fantasy with fantastic narrator
Secrets of a Rose was really fun to listen to. It took me a little to get into, but once I did I was full in! There is wonderful friendship, adventure, hidden magic, and all of the things that you hope for in a YA fantasy book. While this is the first in a series, it doesn’t end on a massive cliffhanger, which I really appreciate. Instead it sets up the story to continue, and I will certainly be continuing with the next in the series!
I really enjoyed this book, and honestly younger me would have torn it up too!! This was definitely my go to style growing up and not much has changed it seems 🤷♀️
Now for the audiobook review… Nichole James crushed this. Her voice was perfect for this story and I LOVED all of the different voices each of the characters had. Getting the correct narrator for the book is tough, but this selection is honestly just flawless 🤌🏼🤌🏼
If you are an audiobook person looking for a fun YA fantasy to listen to, I definitely have to recommend this book.
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- Samantha
- 11-10-23
Beautifully Narrated Story
Secrets of a Rose is a YA fantasy full of secrets to discover, found family bonds, and a race against the returned murderous prince, Lorian, to recover the sacred articles he intends to misuse.
While we don't see our initial cast becoming friends, as that has happened off-stage, their bonds are strongly portrayed throughout the story. We follow a large cast of characters who are coming of age and discovering their unique abilities. The different types of abilities are one of my favorite aspects of the story- I'm a sucker for them. I can't wait to see if a certain character who wasn't showing signs of having magic will wind up getting them in future installments.
I listened to the audio of this, and the narrator, Nichole James, did wonderfully. I loved her voice, and she's one of the best narrators I've listened to when it comes to changing the pitch/tone of her voice for various characters. It made the audiobook easier to follow and more interesting.
Some of the character reactions and interactions are a tiny bit unbelievable from time to time, but as a YA story, I feel this is super easy to overlook and focus on the world and adventure the characters are embarking on. I think the best solution would have been to make this edition in the series longer, to give more time to really focus on all the characters and world-building more efficiently.
I recommend this to anyone who likes:
->Fast reads
->Younger YA appeal
->Royalty & hidden royalty
->Fantasy adventure
->Hidden powers
->Found family & strong friendships
->Large character group
->When you can clearly tell why the title of the book was chosen (if nobody else loves when this happens, I guess I'm just the odd weirdo out lol)
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- chrissy206
- 02-19-24
Awesome Narrator!
Exciting fantasy with beautiful writing, and great job by the narrator for bringing these characters to life!
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