Silver Borne

Mercy Thompson, Book 5

By: Patricia Briggs

Narrated by: Lorelei King

Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins

Publisher's summary

All-new action in the number-one New York Times best-selling urban fantasy series.

When mechanic and shapeshifter Mercy Thompson attempts to return a powerful Fae book she'd previously borrowed in an act of desperation, she finds the bookstore locked up and closed down. It seems the book contains secret knowledge - and the Fae will do just about anything to keep it out of the wrong hands.

And if that doesn't take enough of Mercy's attention, her friend Samuel is struggling with his wolf side - leaving Mercy to cover for him, lest his own father declare Sam's life forfeit.

All in all, Mercy has had better days. And if she isn't careful, she might not have many more to live.

Have Mercy: listen to another Mercy Thompson chiller.

©2010 Patricia Briggs (P)2010 Penguin

Critic reviews

“If the term ‘ass-kicking chick’ has ever found a more apt heroine I - well, I can’t think of who. These are fantastic adventures and Mercy reigns.” (SFRevu)

“Filled with action, romance, and fae intrigue...another entertaining entry in a strong saga. However, it is Patricia Briggs’ world-building skills on a par with early Laurell K. Hamilton that make Silver Borne a winner.” (Midwest Book Review)

“Exciting...Briggs creates both well-rounded characters and a complex mythology, resulting in a rich read that’s far more than a series of action adventures strung together.” (Publishers Weekly)

The further into the series the more danger, live and magic there is

Mercy Thompson series is very well thought out it has everything in this genre I truly enjoy magic, combat of many kinds including magical heart break and pain good vs evil and good doesn’t always win or dose it

Great Story!

Another great addition to the Mercy Thompson series. This is suspenseful story with a great plot; I could not stop listening to the book and actually finished it in one day!

I can't put it down

It took a little bit of time to get into it, but I can't stop listening. It's bad when you listen to it while running and at work! I like the fact that the series isn't repetitive like other serial romance novels. I can't wait until the next one!

Love this series and Great Narrator

What made the experience of listening to Silver Borne the most enjoyable?

The stories make you want to listen until it is completed and buy the next one. I could close my eyes and feel like I was standing right beside her.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Love them all. It makes you feel like you are one of their friends.

Which scene was your favorite?

There is no way to pick a favorite scene. The whole series is my favorite - I have listened to many books like this and this is at the top of the list.

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

Mercy For Us All

Any additional comments?

I have finished the series and Hope a new book come out very soon. Having Mercy withdrawals.

still love this series

I love everything about the mercy Thompson series keep them coming. they really make long car and plane rides pass by

Best one yet

Patricia Briggs just keeps getting better.

Best balance of pack, fey characters so far. Good Mercy/Adam development, and minimal Mercy guilt which has grown old as the series has progressed.
Lorelei King has become one of my favorite narrators. Go for it!

Excellent in all aspects.

Lorelei King continues to give simply amazing performances in solid and different voices.
She has excellent range in dialects, foreign languages and a depth that pulls the listener into the story.

Best one so far.

What made the experience of listening to Silver Borne the most enjoyable?

I loved the descriptions of the characters. I felt like I was there. The loyalty shown is touching.

It's just they're not the voices I hear in my head

when I read a story, I construct what it should look like and sound like. the voices we're not right. but it is an amazing story.

Alittle too convenient...

If you could sum up Silver Borne in three words, what would they be?

Alittle too convenient... I've fallen in love with this series. I love Mercy's toughness and her smart remarks. This book puts alittle more focus on Samuel and what's he is going though as an old wolf. I love the build up but the ending with Samuel is alittle too convient. Out of nowhere but not in a "Wow" kind of way... it is best to read the short story of Samuel and Bran before this book. It will help with the story line.