A Tempest of Tea

By: Hafsah Faizal

Narrated by: Maya Saroya

Length: 11 hrs and 2 mins

Publisher's summary

This program includes a bonus conversation with the author.

"Maya Saroya gives an expressive performance in this thrilling historical fantasy filled with vampires, action, romance, and tea."—AudioFile on A Tempest of Tea

From the New York Times-bestselling author of We Hunt the Flame comes the first audiobook in a hotly anticipated fantasy duology teeming with romance and revenge, led by an orphan girl willing to do whatever it takes to save her self-made kingdom.

On the streets of White Roaring, Arthie Casimir is a criminal mastermind and collector of secrets. Her prestigious tearoom transforms into an illegal bloodhouse by night, catering to the vampires feared by society. But when her establishment is threatened, Arthie is forced to strike an unlikely deal with an alluring adversary to save it—she can’t do the job alone.

Calling on some of the city’s most skilled outcasts, Arthie hatches a plan to infiltrate the sinister, glittering vampire society known as the Athereum. But not everyone in her ragtag crew is on her side, and as the truth behind the heist unfolds, Arthie finds herself in the midst of a conspiracy that will threaten the world as she knows it. Dark, action-packed, and swoonworthy, this is Hafsah Faizal better than ever.

A Macmillan Audio production from Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

©2024 Hafsah Faizal (P)2024 Macmillan Audio

Loved It

Good plot and characters. Can't wait for the 2nd book. I need it very soon

One of the best books ever

Ugh I can’t even tell you how much I enjoy Hafsah’s writing. Her characters are so deep and enjoyable, so realistic, you feel like you’re part of their story. This book had a great place and a GREAT twist. Best enjoyed with a nice streusel and cuppa. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Okay story, awful audio

The audio is AWFUL. The narrator reads in a near monotone voice, lacking a change in inflection and tone for different characters and scenes. I could not tell which character was speaking or if it was the third person narrator. During scenes of action I expect a tempo change, but there were none.

I enjoyed this book but I didn’t love it. The simplicity of the story makes it a teen book, or what YA used to be. The plot, world building, and depth of characters just brushes the surface. Nothing is truly flushed out.

The author states she is a “pantser” and it shows. There are timelines that don’t match up and some holes in the world building.

loved everything!

such a wonderful book. I enjoyed it so much. I can't wait for the second one!😍

Cant believe

😞 the last act was so good!! Am not going to ruin it. But it sucks I cant wait for book 2! Got to say love the name of the tea shop! Also love where it took place too! I enjoy this book by listening to this!

the characters

I really love the world & all the characters! funny, charming, intense . so great!!

Great story, wish it was longer!

I loved all the characters and world building. I just wish it would have been longer so that the ending didn't feel as rushed. Can't wait for book #2!

Disappointed

I’m not sure what I expected to happen but the ending was just not it.

Did Not Disappoint

I want tea, pastry, coconuts and a grey kitten! Amazing characters, plot twists and an ending that leaves you screaming “Don’t end now!”

Glorious Writing & Character Development

Killer. Absolutely killer. The mood of this book is much like a milk clouded cup of earl gray. It’s mysterious, well-paced, moody and enchanting. I appreciated the sharp intellect of the main character, the gentle yet stoic nature of her sidekick, and the way new characters were thoughtfully added amidst the mystery and chaos.

I’ll be honest, I didn’t entirely understand the ending in that I couldn’t remember a character mentioned and the full meaning of it in the moment. I’ll be jumping on reddit for clarity or rallying my friends to read it so we can chat about it.

I sincerely can’t wait for the next book!