This is a brilliant fantasy story that pulls you in and keeps your attention from start to finish. The characters are interesting and compelling and I thought they fit the storyline really well. Each played their part and had something to offer to the story. This is still an unfamiliar author to me and this story certainly makes me want to discover more. I loved the writing style used and how easy it was to connect with the story. I wanted to know more about what was going on and I couldn’t wait to see how things would play out. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and I am looking forward to whatever is next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-04-03 15:40:492023-04-07 11:17:12Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Kerry Baker
Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun is the third book in the Tapestry of Worlds Series. Conner became a vampire a century ago and has spent decades plotting revenge against the one who stole his humanity. He has been consumed by hatred for so long that he cannot remember how his life was before being turned into a vampire. He only cares about protecting his family until he sees Niamh and hears her sing. The moment he spots this beautiful sidhe princess he aches to possess her. When Niamh meets Connor her whole world changes. Until meeting him she spends her days locked away at the shining courts because she is no longer safe in her court. She comes out at night to play the fiddle across the veil in the world of men.
When an old enemy resurfaces Niamh and Connor’s lives are thrown into turmoil. Niamh’s power and memories are stolen from her and she is hidden away in the world of men. Kept away from the safety of the Other World Niamh is helpless and it is up to Connor to keep her from fading away. Will his affection be enough to break the spell she is under and save her?
The author did an amazing job of weaving a tale that takes place in the real world while simultaneously taking place in the nine mystic worlds. It is a beautiful blending of the real world and lands where magic exists. The characters of Niamh and Connor were wonderful and you could not help but root for their relationship to work. Connor is initially a vampire filled with hatred and the desire for revenge after being turned against his will. That all changes when he meets Niamh and falls in love. Now all he wants is to protect her at all costs. Niamh has been through a lot as she taken from all she knows and locked away to keep her safe. She is suddenly thrown into a world of power, blood and a web of games and must choose between blood family and the family she loves. A beautiful story with fae, vampires, magic, politics, suspense, intrigue, revenge, action, lies, passion, love, and mythology. I was intrigued by the existence of the nine mystic worlds along with the real world. Loved the author’s playlist that was included at the end of the book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2023-04-03 11:33:052023-04-07 11:15:59Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
I normally don’t read vampire romances, but a reading challenge prompted me to broaden my horizons, and I ended up unexpectedly enjoying Dawnbreaker. Chronicling the challenges of Niamh, the author expertly combines a magical world with the real world, and trials and tribulations of standing up to blood family versus a family she loves. Her love and counterpart, released vampire Connor, is likable because of turning his whole live into protecting his true love.
One outstanding feature of the book is Thorne’s ability to succinctly describe even the minor characters in the book, making it feel as you are part of the world Niamh is creating for herself.
My only hope is there is a sequel planned, because I felt the ending was lacking, and very much appears to set up for a sequel. I also enjoyed the author’s inclusion of the music playlist at the end of the book, music being a central theme interwoven throughout the book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Crainhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Crain2023-04-02 14:54:282023-04-07 11:08:29Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Jennifer Crain
I really enjoyed this fantasy romance. The author does a amazing job with world building and also giving the characters backstories which makes you feel like you have known them for years even though its the first book. I loved the twist of a vampire and a Fae romance but it works and is such a powerful story. They are two people who you wouldn’t think work but fate has other plans for them. Will Niamh be the person to make Connor feel alive again? This isn’t a straightforward romance however with a strained relationship between Niamh and her mum putting pressure and disapproval on their relationship, things take a darker turn when Niamh is taken and her memory lost and she is left in the world of man. Can Connor find her in time and remind her of who she is and what they share? This is a fast paced story which a blossoming romance, danger, folklore and myths. A collection of elements that all work together and make this story a very unique read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2023-04-02 12:01:432023-04-07 11:07:36Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Kerry Carr
4.5 stars Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun is Hadley Thorne’s new instalment in her Tapestry of Worlds series. It is an engrossing paranormal urban fantasy romance story. Hadley has created curious new worlds that are only limited by your imagination. It’s easy to see her passion as she weaves together magical realism, mythology, spirituality and folklore into her storytelling. Intrigue, seduction, magical powers, courts, vampires, fae and secrets and lies are just some of what you get in this supernatural tale. Connor O’Brien has lived full of hatred for so long he can’t remember a life before. Seeking the one who made him has consumed his want of revenge. When he sees a beautiful sidhe princess he may just have some of the humanity he thought he no longer had. When Niamh el Ri’ili met Connor O’Brien, her world is turned upside down. No longer safe in her court and hidden behind walls. She is thrust into a world of power, blood and a web of games. Suddenly, an old foe arises when they are least expecting it. Niamh is robbed of her memories and power and hidden away in the world of men – away from the safety of the Other World. Hadley’s Tapestry of Worlds takes us on a gripping journey full of suspense, thrills and a web of deceit.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2023-04-02 07:05:262023-04-07 11:07:06Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Jenni Bishop
Fantastic book! Niamh and Connor have an amazing adventure. I have not really read a Fae story even remotely close to this. The whole premise of this *blew* my mind. Fae and vampire, amazingly well-written. The author tries to give us some backstory, even with this being a first book. I loved the characters. I want to see Kyle get more. I was entertained and couldn’t put the book down. Niamh and her mom, the Queen, now that drama, who can’t relate? Mother/daughter drama… A page turning story that will grab you right from the get go. I loved how the story pulls you in. The Fae are scattered throughout the story and within the two worlds. This is a must read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2023-04-02 05:55:142023-04-07 11:06:58Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Shelly Kittell
A century has passed since Connor O’Brien became a vampire against his will. As a result of decades of hatred and rage, Connor only cares about protecting his family and gaining revenge on the one who stole his humanity. Then he saw Niamh. The moment he saw the beautiful sidhe princess and heard her sing, his heart ached to possess her.
Despite being the sole heir to Emerald City Under the Mound, Niamh el Ri’ili spends her days locked away at the shining court and her nights playing fiddle across the veil in the world of men. All of that changed the night she met the vampire Connor O’Brien. Because of him, her long-dormant hand of power awakens in a new world of blood and sun. As supernatural forces fan their appetites and desires, a web of courtly intrigue and seduction entangles them.
Suddenly, an old foe arises when they are least expecting it. Niamh is robbed of her memories and power, and hidden away in the world of men – away from the safety of the Other World.
Are Connor’s affections enough to break Niamh’s spell and keep her from fading into oblivion?
Welcoming the exciting new installment of Hadley Thorne’s Tapestry of Worlds, a thrilling story of earthly pleasures and spellbinding magic, courts ruled the immortals, fae, vampires, and other kindred.
In addition to writing metaphysical fiction and paranormal romance, Hadley Thorne is the founder and CEO of WYRDRealities Network. In her stories, Hadley uses realism, myth, and magic to create believable and magical worlds. Her interests include history, working with energy flows, ley lines, Reiki, researching various types of anomalous phenomena, exploring her spirituality, and learning about her ancestors. Her series, Tapestry of Worlds, depicts a post-apocalyptic Louisiana and Mississippi landscape set during modern times. With a blend of modern realism and magic fantasy elements, Thorne reinvents an old tale of good versus evil.
Born and raised in Mississippi, Hadley considers herself a seeker of long-forgotten truths. She respects all religious paths but has found her personal connection with God when she is experiencing the natural world. She describes herself as a dream journeyer, a weaver of the flows, a phoenix soul, a guardian, and a conjurer of Wyrd.
Besides creating new worlds, Hadley Thorne is developing a podcasting network that weaves storytelling, truth-seeking, and the pursuit of mystical knowledge. The podcast originally launched on Halloween 2020 and was named Wyrd (with a “y”) Realities with the aim of talking to other creative types about where their inspiration comes from.
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While this book was on the shorter side it was very descriptive, full of fantasy, an amazing plot line and wonderful characters. When I first picked up this book it was due to the beautiful front cover. While it took me a little while to get into the story due to the traditional writing, once I got into the story I couldn’t put it down and by the end I wanted more. While the descriptions were great there were some times that I thought the descriptions were a little long. However that being said it is a great prequel and I look forward to reading the next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Corbinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Corbin2023-01-22 18:10:562023-01-27 08:14:12Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Stephanie Nicole
Sarah Chislon’s novella, Whispers in the Water, chronicles the quest of the soft-mannered herbalist, Jessa Caldwell, who travels to an unfamiliar city at the behest of her aunt. The enigmatic town rests near a portal to an otherworldly plane, fraught with potential peril due to its interactions with the Fae. As Jessa embarks on her mission to aid her aunt’s companion and the village people, she must be wary of exposing her own hidden secrets in the process. This deftly-written book has been commended for its well-crafted characters and setting. Despite its briefness, Chislon’s work packs an immersive punch with vivid descriptions and enticing plot-lines. Fans of the series are excited to discover what mysteries Jessa will encounter in the coming installments.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Nicole Thompsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNicole Thompson2023-01-21 18:58:242023-01-27 08:02:34Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Nicole Thompson
Marriage of convenience is one of my favorite tropes. This book hit the mark for everything needed. Humor, drama, love, angst, and the almighty when it’s right it’s right. Abi was a great down to earth girl and you can’t help but love her. Finn was the actor and bad boy who needed a touch up to his image. Together they both have things they need within the other and although random it’s a story where love is born.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laurenhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLauren2023-01-19 22:24:412023-01-27 07:52:01Married Blind (King of Screen Book 2) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Lauren West
Book 1 in the series and and a very enjoyable read. Ms. Chilson told a story of passion and courage and of course the wonders of magic. I loved Jessa and felt she was very relatable. Her love for nature and her dedication to her family and town was clear. So many elements to this story and I am eager for book 2.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laurenhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLauren2023-01-19 22:04:182023-01-27 07:51:52Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Lauren West
This is the first book I’ve read by Sara Chislon. I absolutely love reading about Fae so I had to give this one a try and I was not disappointed. While it is about Fae, it is also a mystery. Jessa hears plants and flowers whisper to her, but she must block it out because being fae-touched can get her taken away. Her aunt gets a letter that seems to upset her and she needs to travel to her friend who lives near a crossing. Jessa talks her into taking her along. Can she control the whispers and help her aunt’s friend, or will she lose control and expose being fae-touched? If you enjoy books about fae and mysteries, definitely pick this one up! I can’t wait to read more about Jessa.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jamie Truexhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJamie Truex2023-01-19 04:44:172023-01-27 07:46:48Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Jamie Truex
4 Stars Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson
Whispers in the Waters is the prequel to the series Blood of the Fae. This is a Fantasy/Fae that I enjoyed reading and look forward to reading this series. This is a new author to me and I’m definitely looking forward to reading more from her. Her style of writing and her attention to detail along with fully developed characters that are relatable and fun make for a wonderful story. I had a hard time following at times but I think its because there’s a lot going on . Jessa has abilities that she keeps hidden because she fears what might happen if they were to be revealed. Get ready to be taken on quite the ride as we follow along with Jessa. I recommend reading this short story to find out what happens next. I look forward to reading more from this Author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2023-01-19 04:43:252023-01-27 07:46:34Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
While this book started off somewhat slow it did pick up and managed to capture my interest. The characters are well developed and mostly likable. The storyline has some twists, turns, mystery, and fantasy. For a prequel I found this a great beginning and look forward to reading the next. While this author is new to me I very much enjoyed her writing style. If you like fantasy and Fae novels this series is for you.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dahniellehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDahnielle2023-01-18 23:52:122023-01-27 07:46:22Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert
This Novella gave me a taste of Jessas’ world that makes me want more! For the book being so short I found the detail and mystery that Jessa solves to be engaging. Jessa is relatable in her instinct to protect her family and others around her. I loved the touch of magic added. With the fae-touched, I found it similar to how ladies were prosecuted back in the day for being mentally insane. I can’t wait to read the first book in the series Tattoo of Crimson (Blood of the Fae series).
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Callie Lunahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCallie Luna2023-01-18 22:14:482023-01-27 07:45:32Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Callie Luna
This was my first book by this author and it did not disappoint! I wasn’t completely sure what to expect, but I found a delightful story filled with fantasy mixed in with mystery. The author did a great job of creating a magical world where fantasy creatures blend in with the real world that rejects them and anyone touched by the Fae. We meet Jessa, a young lady, who is well bred, but has always wanted to walk a different path from her much loved older twin sisters. When her Aunt Caris, who lives with them, is summoned to a faraway town, near the OtherWorld, Jessa jumps at the chance to go with her. Soon after arriving, they find several mysteries, and despite multiple warnings, Jessa can’t help but start investigating, along with her cat, Jade. The author did a wonderful job of providing vivid descriptions in the story, as well as well round characters. This shorter story was a prequel to the series and was a great starting off point. I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Haller-Dorishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Haller-Doris2023-01-18 21:36:302023-01-27 07:45:12Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris
Jessa has been raised within a proper family and has been taught that it is unacceptable to be different. She has been told that proper etiquette is to act timid and always remain ladylike. To silence the whispers that only she can hear Jessa turns to her drawings. As an herbalist she already knows that she is different from her two older sisters who are proper ladies.
When Jessa’s aunt receives a letter from an old friend of hers in another town who needs her help Jessa offers to accompany her aunt. Jessa’s aunt’s friend owns a mill near an Otherworldy Crossing where there is the presence of fae. Someone or something has been sabotaging the mill and it is up to Jessa to figure out who is responsible. To do so she must embrace that part of herself that she has kept hidden and risk being taken away by the vigil.
This book was refreshing, light and mysterious. I loved the element of magic and the special abilities that Jessa had but was forced to keep so well hidden. The character of Jessa was well written and showed the restraints that were placed on women in that time era. As the story evolved Jessa really started to develop as a person and come into her own. A great read that was hard to put down.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2023-01-18 21:22:272023-01-27 07:44:56Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
This is the first book I have read by Sarah Chislon; the title and cover are what drew me in. I love all things Fae related and this book was no different. Jessa is the youngest in her family with older twin sisters Ada and Ainslie. Unlike her sisters Jessa doesn’t worry about socially acceptable things, or marriage, she is drawn to nature, to plants. It has been four years since their mother has passed, the sisters live with their father and two of their aunts. Shortly after her passing Jessa heard the whispers the first time, but her father chocked it up to stress of her mother’s passing. Now the whispers are back but stronger, the imaginary cage of thorns in her mind is getting harder to contain the whispers. One morning their Aunt Caris receives a letter, Jessa notices how she reacts and knows something is wrong. After some time, Jessa takes her aunt some lavender tea to help only to learn that her aunt plans to leave first thing in the morning for Milburn. With some convincing and permission from her father Jessa goes with her aunt on the long journey. Jessa has one main issue or fear, that others will think she is fae-touched, and the Vigil will place her in an institution as they have with so many others. Her mother loved to share stories about the Otherworld, a part of Jessa longed to be near or to at least see the world outside of her town. In Milburn there is a string of increasingly dangerous attacks, but Jessa must give into the whispers if she hopes to protect her aunt and the townspeople she has came to care for. What will happen when Jessa finally listens to the whispers? Will Jessa be able to save the town in time? Can Jessa protect herself from the Vigil? The characters the author creates is one of proper ladies, but Jessa breaks the mold, she is more Intune with nature and her studies than with finding a husband. Her world is both one based in reality but has the mystical under the surface hiding in plain sight. I couldn’t put this book down and look forward to seeing where the world goes next in the first book Tattoo of Crimson officially out now.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ayla Phippshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAyla Phipps2023-01-18 20:19:252023-01-27 07:44:42Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Ayla Phipps
I’ve never read a book by this author before, and I really loved it! The world building was intriguing, I found myself interested in solving the mystery. The hidden idea was a cool concept. The writing was lovely and the characters were easy to like. Can’t wait to read the rest of the series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Vanessa Estradahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngVanessa Estrada2023-01-18 19:56:372023-01-27 07:43:48Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Vanessa Estrada
I did enjoy this book. This author has created a vibrant world that captures the attention of the reader. The story of Jenna’s life and how she has to maneuver through her world hiding who she is proved to be interesting and I found myself vested in her and her story. This book is good and I look forward to reading more from this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Cindy Rushinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCindy Rushin2023-01-18 19:28:172023-01-27 07:43:24Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Cindy Rushin
If you are looking for a mystery with some fantasy, then this quick read is for you.
Whispers in the Water by Sarah Chislon tells the story of gently-bred herbalist Jessa Caldwell as she goes on a journey to help her aunt. This seemingly secret journey her aunt is taking her on takes her away from home to a town near an Otherworldly Crossing, which runs the risk of having dangerous interactions with fae. Will Jessa be able to help her aunts friend and townsfolk by solving a mystery that can expose her own secret?
This slow burn was extremely well written and full of well thought out characters. Even though the book was short in length, it was full of descriptions and story building. I look forward to continuing Jessa’s story and can’t wait to see what mysteries she will be solving next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Enisha Reaveshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngEnisha Reaves2023-01-18 19:26:242023-01-27 07:43:07Whispers in the Water by Sarah Chislon – Review by Enisha Reaves
What would you do if your true passion was also something that cause those you love distress? Would you fight for what you love? Couldn’t you also fight for what’s right? Even at the risk of everything you love and have ever cared about? I really enjoyed the complex nature of this short fantasy about a lady’s resolve to do right by her family and the freedom that comes with this kind of genre. I feel like the author covered a lot of ground in this book and loved the fae aspect!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Gonzalez2023-01-18 18:30:142023-01-27 07:40:41Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Amanda Gonzalez
The is a short prequel which seems to prepare us for the later series by introducing the main character Jessa and allows us to get to know her as the story progresses. We come to know her secrets and fears and her past and leaves us speculating what will happen next. Jessa’s compassion and concerns make her a relatable character and her relationships with those around her feel real to me. I thought the world created was well-written and the combination of the more unique fae elements with the better known and ‘real’ world was captivating. I enjoyed the period setting and how the pressures of societal norms incorporated the fantasy (fae) side of things. It was clear to me that this prequel only dipped its toe into the waters of the world building and character development, and I am keen to read more about Jessa and the challenges she faces. I look forward to reading the rest of this series and can see it becoming a favourite of mine if this book is anything to go on!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rebecahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRebeca2023-01-18 16:52:002023-01-27 07:39:44Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras
I really enjoyed this fantasy mystery read! I loved the main character Jessa and reading from her point of view. She unknowingly gets swept up into a mystery unsure if she will be able to even help her Aunt Caris. As Jessa tries to learn more about her aunts friend and the mill she gets closer to unchartered territory. She has to be careful with how she proceeds as secrets are uncovered. Jessa will choose what to share and what to keep hidden if she is to be of any help at all. I am definitely looking forward to the next book to dig deeper into Jessa’s world!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarla2023-01-18 16:28:282023-01-27 07:39:06Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Carla Clemmons
Jessa, a lady in current society lives with her father sisters and Aunt. After her mothers death she begins to hear whispering and plants talk to her , a sign in her society of “the Fae touch” which will send you straight to an asylum if someone finds out. So Jessa represses these whispers and ignores them as if they aren’t there… That is until her Aunt has to travel to a border town near the Fae to deal with an old friend and Jessa will have to confront these lingering whispers head on in order to save a town and friends she comes to care a great deal about while traveling with her Aunt. Is she willing to expose what she can hear and that she may be “fae touched” in order to save others or can she find a way to save others and herself? This was a fun read Jessa is a quick thinking puzzle enthusiast. The book is also written with dialog reflecting a different time period which really captured my attention. Definitely worth a download!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Melissahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMelissa2023-01-18 15:30:482023-01-27 07:38:49Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Melissa Saxton
Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chislon
3 out of 5 Stars
Really good storyline. This is the first time for me reading something from this author. The main character is very interesting and relatable. The story started a little slow for my taste but it definitely picks up and gets pretty good. Definitely excited to immerse myself in this world again. This book is worth a read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Aranza Cardozahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAranza Cardoza2023-01-18 15:29:002023-03-13 08:48:41Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Aranza
I didn’t realise going into this book it was a short book so was a little disappointed initially. However, that soon dissipated when I started reading. The author has managed to pack so much into this book that it really didn’t feel like anything was missing. If was an interesting storyline. I loved discovering all about this world. The characters fit well with the story b the author was trying to tell. The were easy to connect with and I wanted to find see where their journeys would take them. This is a great book that I thoroughly enjoyed and vin am looking forward to the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-01-18 15:13:162023-01-27 07:38:43Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Kerry Baker
This is the first book in the Book Of Fae series. It was a really entertaining story and a great start to the series. I love how the author wrote the story in the same way that the people of that era would talk and how the customs and peoples perceptions of magic and things they don’t understand is portrayed along with historical references. This story has it all from danger and intrigue, to mystery and magic there is something for everyone. Jessa is a young woman who is trying her hardest to fit into the accepted role of Lady in her society. However she is far from a normal Lady. She has a secret and it is one she needs to keep locked away unless she wants to end up in an institution. When she joins her aunt on a journey to help a friend in need she gets more than she was expecting. There are secrets to uncover, a mystery to solve and someone out to cause harm to her aunt and the town she has come to care for. Can she discover this person’s identity before its too late? Can she keep her own secret intact to protect herself? And what happens when secrets she didn’t know existed start to reveal themselves.
I enjoyed this story and I can’t wait to see where the series will go next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2023-01-18 11:28:252023-01-27 07:38:07Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Kerry Carr
This is an enjoyable and engaging novella, in which Jessa Caldwell is a gently-bred herbalist, who is trying to be a lady whilst concealing her true nature. Jessa spends her days with her plants doing sketches, but only she knows that she hears whispers. When her beloved aunt is threatened, Jessa travels to a town which is dangerously close to an Otherworldly Crossing, where there is an ever-present risk of fae incursions. In order for her aunt to be protected, Jessa must find the individual who is responsible for a series of dangerous attacks. However, it means embracing the part of herself that she keeps hidden out of fear of her true nature being exposed. Jessa lives in a world where Vigilists lock up fae-touched mortals, but if she’s to discover the truth and protect her love ones she will have to take that risk. This short read is a prequel to a new series, and it sets up the storyline and characters well. I enjoyed the mystery element which kept me hooked, and the setting was brought to life by the descriptive narrative. Jessa is a great heroine and I look forward to reading about more of her adventures.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2023-01-18 09:16:542023-01-18 09:45:41Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Jennifer Gordon
The main character, Jessa, is an herbalist who lost her mom when she was young. When her aunt goes on a trip, Jessa tags along to sketch the countryside. The characters are loveable, and the story is well written. I enjoyed reading how Jessa found herself in the process of solving the mystery. Chilson combined mystery and fantasy and fae extremely well. It left me anxious for more!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Codi Parhamhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCodi Parham2023-01-18 09:01:132023-01-18 09:45:09Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Codi Parham
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