Silent by Kris Austen Radcliffe

By: Unknown on Sunday, December 07, 2014

Title:  Silent
Series:  The Silence Cycle Episode Three (Fate ~ Fire ~ Shifter ~ Dragon, #4.3) 

Author:  Kris Austen Radcliffe
Published:  November 27th 2014 by Six Talon Sign Fantasy & Futuristic Romance
Length:  132pgs
Format:   ARC ecopy
Genre:  Urban Fantasy
Shelf:  review
Rating: ★★★★★

Back Cover Blurb:

As a child, a horrendous accident stole Gavin Bower’s hearing. Now, He lives his life and works hard to make it into medical school. But the night the Burners come for his best friend, Gavin suddenly finds himself drowning in a new world of Fates, Shifters, and Burners—until Daisy Reynolds Pavlovich saves his life.

While Gavin’s best friend, Rysa Torres, fights for her life three states away, Gavin and Daisy fight their own battle. Together, they realize Gavin holds a gift that could save Daisy’s mother. And together, they work to take down the most powerful Shifter syndicate on the planet.

My Review:

Radcliffe gets you up close and personal with her characters. The reality of their situations really hits home. You`re not a bystander with this story, but an active participant. Readers learn about the various abilities of the beings they encounter not because they`re told about them, but because they experience them. It`s a remarkable feeling. The fast paced, upbeat writing ramps up the suspense, and the action is absolutely captivating.

I loved seeing how Gavin & Daisy actually met. The convergence of their story with that of Ladon & Rysa set readers up nicely for the next instalment in the series. Radcliffe also develops her characters to new heights in this novel. I thoroughly enjoyed finding the hidden depths in those we spend time with here, while catching glimpses at what their future might hold.

I appreciate the way that Radcliffe tackles some tough subjects in this extraordinary story. Her characters aren`t perfect. More than one suffers from some form of disability or disadvantage, yet they remain strong and self-sufficient individuals. This overwhelming message combines with this brilliantly hypnotic novel to create a story that will leave a lasting impression on readers.

This story is a brilliant addition to the Fate~Fire~Shifter~Dragon world. I love how it ties in with the rest of the series while also standing out on its own. I’d recommend it to any who enjoy urban fantasy and/or paranormal stories.

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