Archangel's Storm

Guild Hunter, Book 5

By: Nalini Singh

Narrated by: Justine Eyre

Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins

Publisher's summary

With wings of midnight and an affinity for shadows, Jason courts darkness. But now, with the Archangel Neha's consort lying murdered in the jewel-studded palace that was his prison and her rage threatening cataclysmic devastation, Jason steps into the light, knowing he must unearth the murderer before it is too late.

Earning Neha's trust comes at a price - Jason must tie himself to her bloodline through the Princess Mahiya, a woman with secrets so dangerous, she trusts no one. Least of all an enemy spymaster.

With only their relentless hunt for a violent, intelligent killer to unite them, Jason and Mahiya embark on a quest that leads to a centuries-old nightmare... and to the dark storm of an unexpected passion that threatens to drench them both in blood.

©2012 Nalini Singh (P)2012 Tantor

NALINI SINGH DELIVERS AGAIN!!

What made the experience of listening to Archangel's Storm the most enjoyable?

The whole flow of the book was great. Ms.Singh just knows how to tell a story and the romantic scenes are just that...romantic. I have listened to and read many books by other authors where the sex is so descriptive I want to skip over those parts, but Ms.Singh plays out her love scenes in a way that isn't outdated like some of the 1980's bodice rippers where the phrase "his manhood" is used over and over, but full of love and romance, which for me are more enjoyable than the bare all/tell all books that make me want to shake my head, roll my eyes and skip the sex scene altogether. Sometimes less is more.

What did you like best about this story?

The way Mahyia is strong and understanding and willing to listen to Jason and not try to one up him about the troubles in her life compared to his. Jason is a very strong man, and Mahyia is a very loving woman. They compliment each others personality. I also like how what was going on in New York and the Refuge were incorporated into the book without over shadowing Jason and Mahyia's story.

What about Justine Eyre’s performance did you like?

Everything. She is one of my favorite narrators. I especially love the voices she does for Dmitri and Illium.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Change is coming within the Cadre.

Any additional comments?

This is one of my favorite series. I can't get enough of the archangel world and I am always left wondering and looking forward to what comes next.

Loved It!

Nalini went home and it shows!
The description of the culture and local in this book is breath taking. It is always a true pleasure when a book can transport you to another place and realm and when you have the addition of a truly good story.. "sigh"!!

Heartbreaking

This series is starting to get addictive. Action-packed with new information about the evolving powers of the cadre, rich facets of the fascinating characters, outstanding voice performance by Ms. Eyre, and evocative storytelling by Ms. Singh. That scene with Jason telling the story of his parents had me bawling. Fabulous.

not a fan of the narrator

The story is good,, but I really dislike the narrators's interpretation of the heroine's voice.

Love led it...

Great book to read. My grandma would call it a loin burner. I would call romantic with a slice of smut.

The shine is off a bit...but I'm still interested!

I have read these 5 books in a row now and I'm going for #6! This book was a bit drab compared to the other 4. This is the story of Jason, the Spy Master, and he goes to another archangel's court to investigate a murder....and while he is there of course he becomes fascinated by a woman...a princess in fact.

The last book didn't focus on Raphael and Elena but I was okay with that, this book I really missed them. Also, the fleeting glimpses into Demetri and Honor's lives were just oddly placed. I'm still intrigued to know where these stories are headed, but this book kind of felt like filler. Oh well, onto the next one!

love the romance and supernatural theme

High quality romance. i hate that it ended. I will listen to entire series. it did not include so much serial content to make it uncomfortable.

Glad to have Jason’s story!

I find myself struggling with how these Archangel's are allowed to torture others under their care and no one steps in to help. Even Jason is not able to prevent abuse towards Mahiya. However, he is clever and was able to get Mahiya out safely through manipulation.

This was good and I have been intrigued by Jason since his introduction into the series. I am glad he has found someone to anchor him. I do think Raphael and Elena's books are a bit more exciting. This one needed a bit more action I think.

Wonderful

I didn't think I could love this book even more until I heard the audible version. And wow is it great. Not only am I a nalini fan but I became a huge fan of listening of to Justine. Her voice paints the story your head and allows the listener to see it all. The charters, the atmosphere, the romance. Everything.

Lost a star because of new two file format.

I really like listening to the audio books however audible in its wisdom has decided to divide them into two parts. When they did this they add the introduction and the closing to each and every part which totally interrupts the flow of the story. I don't mind the faster download however I do mind the interruption to the story by saying this is Audible and all the rest of the introduction and closing junk. Audible, GET RID OF IT. We can't buy the 2nd part without the first so stop tooting your horn and interrupting the story.

The story centers around Jason who goes to help Neha when her husband, Eris, whose name alone should be a warn off, is murdered. Jason has to take a blood vow with Neha's niece, Mahiya, to help the Queen of Snakes find the murderer. The vow makes it impossible for him to report anything he learns during his stay that is not public knowledge about Neha to Raphel, his archangel and friend. Unfortunately for everyone, murders continue to happen until Jason fits the puzzle together and everything hits the fan for those in Neha's court.