A Ferry of Bones & Gold

Soulbound, Book 1

De: Hailey Turner

Narrado por: Gary Furlong

When the gods come calling, you don’t get to say no.

Patrick Collins is three years into a career as a special agent for the Supernatural Operations Agency when the gods come calling to collect a soul debt he owes them. An immortal has gone missing in New York City and bodies are showing up in the wake of demon-led ritual killings that Patrick recognizes all too easily from his nightmares.

Unable to walk away, Patrick finds himself once again facing off against mercenary magic users belonging to the Dominion Sect. Standing his ground alone has never been a winning option in Patrick’s experience, but it’s been years since he’s had a partner he could trust.

Looking for allies in all the wrong places, Patrick discovers the Dominion Sect’s next target is the same werewolf the Fates themselves have thrown into his path. Patrick has been inexplicably attracted to the man from their first meeting, but desire has no place in war. That doesn’t stop Patrick from wanting what he shouldn’t have. Jonothon de Vere is gorgeous, dangerous, and nothing but trouble - to the case, to the fight against every hell, and ultimately, to Patrick’s heart and soul.

In the end, all debts must be paid, and Patrick can only do what he does best - cheat death.

©2018 Hailey Turner (P)2019 Hailey Turner

Plot, magic, and a m/m romance side hustle

It's not too often I read a book with a gay male main character and actually enjoy the book for the plot. However, this was definitely the exception. I really enjoyed this urban fantasy tale and thought the magic was pretty cool (and different) than other urban fantasy books I have read. Moreover, I really liked the gay romance angle (for multiple reasons). First, I liked that it was more of a side plot than the main point of the story. Second, the characters weren't super stereotypical. And third, there were definitely some steamy scenes (not recommended for those under 18). The narrator also did a decent job giving a "voice" to the main characters. Overall, really enjoyed listening to this book and look forward to the other books in the series.

loved it so much

I could not put it down the love story between Patrick and Jono is so good

Excellent start to this series!

I have been waiting for this one to be available in audio and now I am ready for the next one!!!! I wasn't sure what to expect going into this series but my overall reaction is that is going to be an awesome series. It reminds me of Shadowhunters in some ways but only because it deals with the same kind of paranormal content. The story line is definitely NOT the same. I really like Patrick and I could feel his frustration with the Gods throughout the story. Learning what he has dealt with throughout his life and seeing how he has been able to fight against the things he has been up against shows a strength and willpower that not many could have. Jono....now Jono was wonderful, he is perfect for Patrick in so many ways. I have a feeling that these two working together is going to be a team that will be hard to defeat. The romantic side of this story is more of an underlying story and doesn't detract from the fantasy story that is the main part of this. I really enjoyed the world building here as well as the character building and I am looking forward to seeing how this series unfolds.

Gary Furlong does a good job with the narration, especially the God voices and Jono's accent. It was easy to listen to and easy to follow the story.

Exciting

Loved this story and Gary Furlong the delivered the goods, making an even better book

One of my favorite listens this year! 5+ stars!

Color me gobsmacked and very much impressed! My introduction to Hailey Turner’s writing couldn’t have gone any better, and that’s saying something considering it takes a heck of a lot to leave me speechless (in a good way!) when it comes to urban fantasy reads. I need to be able to not just picture the world that the author has created and built in my head, but to also believe in its existence, and same goes for the cast of characters that they throw into the mix. With A Ferry of Bones & Gold, not only did Turner give me what I hoped for—a good read—but she sure as hell surpassed any and all expectations I had for this series starter, and she’s left me wanting to find out what more she has in store for her Soulbound series moving forward in all the months to come. Combined with Gary Furlong's exemplary narration, A Ferry of Bones & Gold is just one of those urban fantasy reads that doesn't just push the boundaries of your imagination but pulls you into its vortex and entices you to simply hold on tight and not let go during one heck of a ride. Five-plus stars! ♥