Archangel's Shadows

Guild Hunter, Book 7

By: Nalini Singh

Narrated by: Justine Eyre

Length: 12 hrs and 13 mins

Publisher's summary

In the wake of a brutal war, the archangel Raphael and his hunter consort, Elena, are dealing with the treacherously shifting tides of archangelic politics and the people of a battered but not broken city. The last thing their city needs is more death, especially a death that bears the eerie signature of an insane enemy archangel who cannot - should not - be walking the streets.

This hunt must be undertaken with stealth and without alerting their people. It must be handled by those who can become shadows themselves. Ash is a gifted tracker and a woman cursed with the ability to sense the secrets of anyone she touches. But there's one man she knows all too well without a single instant of skin contact: Janvier, the dangerously sexy Cajun vampire who has fascinated and infuriated her for years. Now, as they track down a merciless killer, their cat-and-mouse game of flirtation and provocation has turned into a profound one of the heart. And this time, it is Ash's secret, dark and terrible, that threatens to destroy them both.

©2014 Nalini Singh (P)2014 Tantor

Excellent as always

Would you listen to Archangel’s Shadows again? Why?

Yes!! Nalini & Justine!!!!

Who was your favorite character and why?

I love them all but I think Naasir won this book.

Which character – as performed by Justine Eyre – was your favorite?

They are all great

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I wish. Had to work.

Any additional comments?

NUMBER OF HEARTS: 5!!!
REVIEW:
I was so excited that Janvier & Ashwini were getting a story. We have seen them in past books and have been able to see the tension between the two of them. It was great to get to see them up close and personal. Ashwini’s back story is heart breaking (yes there were few tears shed). So heartbreaking that Ashwini is not willing to have think about a future. But Janvier is stubborn and will stop at nothing to make her see it his way.

But in the mean time Javier & Ashwini are on the trial of a monster preying on women. They will not stop until these monsters are stopped and justice is served. But when two more women come up missing, will they be able to get to them in time.

While this was Ashwini & Javier’s story we got to see all of the player’s in the Guild Hunter world. But I will let all the Naasir fan’s know that there is a lot of Naasir in this book. I loved all the insight into him. It was so much fun to listen to the stories of him. And Nassir has a wicked sense of humor. Love the game of 20 questions Nassir plays with Ellie. I just love Naasir. Can’t wait for his story.... Please be next... Please be next... Please be next.

Amazing. Another seriously great story from Nalini. I honestly have not meet a book from Nalini that I have not loved. *sigh* Now I have to wait for the next book.

Once again I listened to this book via audio book. As always Justine Eyre brings to life these character so much. I love that she has made all of the characters have such distinct voices that even when they are clearing their throat I know which character is which. Totally and completely amazing. If you have not tried this series on audio I would suggest giving this whole series at try on audio.


Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book from Tantor Media, NetGalley & PENGUIN GROUP Berkley, NAL / Signet Romance, DAW in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

Another great installment to this series

The narrator did a great job. I really enjoyed this installment of the Guild Hunter series. I enjoyed the balance the author created with the story between the H/h of this book but also kept the overall story arc moving.

great

this was so heartwarming and it had its sad moment but I loved the ending and how each book is different and the just suck you in till the end

Awful accent

I think I would have loved this book with a different narrator. Her rendition of a “Cajun” accent is god awful. It sounds like backwoods Alabama. NOT Cajun French Louisiana. It was hard to listen to.

Wonderful as always

I love this series. It never disappoints. I'm glad Ash finds happiness and so does her lover

Archangel's Shadows

Really enjoyed this story in the series and Justine Eyre does a wonderful job with the many characters. Nalini Singh is a writer who takes you on a journey and the world building is superb.

Justine Eyre destroys the Cajun Accent

Someone please teach Justine what a Cajun Accent sounds like. Turning it into a Southern accent is unforgivable. I can't listen to this.

A nice enough breather

In contrast to the nonstop action of Archangel’s Legion, Shadows is slowed down. Nassir’s playfulness and Janvier’s earnestness saved this from being a total bore.

I CAN'T WAIT FOR NASSIER'S STORY

THIS IS A SUPER SUPER GREAT SERIES. WHAT I REALLY APPRECIATE IS THE CONTINUED PRESENCE OF THE ORIGINAL HERO AND HEROINE. ALL OF THE CHARACTERS ARE INCLUDED IN EACH BOOK WHICH MAKES THIS VERY VERY COMPELLING TO ME. WHEN YOU FALL IN LOVE WITH A STORY AND CHARACTERS YOU DON'T LIKE TO SEE THEM GO AWAY AND MS SINGH TOTALLY KNOWS HOW TO CONTINUE AN AMAZING STORY. AWESOME BOOK. AWESOME SERIES!!

THEY'RE CONSISTENTLY CREATIVE & CAPTIVATING PLOTS

These Guild Hunter books are auto downloads for me because they always hold consistently gripping and complex stories that are stuffed full of action, adventure, mystery, twists, great characters and romance. As the citizens, Vampires and Archangels of New York are getting over the great battle there's new Allies and allegiances to form, new buildings to accommodate everyone and the unknown Legion of dark bat winged Warriors are ever present. So, Raphael and Elena have a tough job on their hands but they pull together and their wonderful romance is still as strong as ever.

But when a dog and a woman are found drained of blood it's up to the gifted Guild Hunter Ash and the hot and sexy Vampire Janvier to put all the missing pieces together and track down an evil killer. The trouble is they've both been fighting their chemistry, their attraction and their desire for too long under the guise of witty banter and light flirtation because Ash is hiding a shocking secret from Janvier that delivers a terrible and deadly blow. Despite this they must work hand in hand to follow the clues that will bring them face to face with a Monster.

When you get a really good series, as this is, you easily remember events and the characters that each book held so it's like visiting family you haven't seen for a while and you happily and eagerly get all their news and updates. And along with this one comes a tense thriller and a bitter-sweet love story as murder and passion are both entwined in another awesome listen (although sadly not as sexy as others). There's also some new characters.

Told from various character's POV's and I love Justine Eyre's narration. These books should be listened to in order to get the absolute best from this chilling/thrilling series.

Worth a credit? Well, if Nalini Singh keeps writing them then I'll gladly keep using my credits on them..... so YEAH a very addictive, well-written, emotional and enjoyable listen that was worth a credit.