Hawk in the Rowan

The Rowan Harbor Cycle, Book 4

By: Sam Burns

Narrated by: Chris Chambers

Devon Murphy has been back in Rowan Harbor for three months. He’s taken on a host of new responsibilities and is in a serious relationship for the first time in his life. He loves the town and its inhabitants, but it’s starting to feel like too much for the former drifter. Now, there’s a storm on the horizon, and it doesn’t seem like things are going to slow down and let him catch his breath.

A blizzard is brewing, and three people have gone missing in the woods, south of town. Devon needs to find them before time runs out.

This book is the fourth of nine in The Rowan Harbor Cycle series and not a stand-alone. Devon and Wade will return in book seven for their HEA.

©2018 Sam Burns (P)2019 Sam Burns

Slow burn

Hawk in the Rowan continues in the slower, more introspective style in the Rowan Harbor series, focusing on Devon ongoing journey to reconcile his magic, his sense of belonging, and deepening bond with Wade. Their relationship has a steady, grounding warmth, with Wade’s patience and unwavering loyalty giving Devon the courage to push past his own fears. While the pacing lingers for my preference, the emotional beats land, and the chemistry between them feels real and not at all rushed. The quieter moments—like shared confessions and subtle touches—are as impactful as the short bursts of magical action.

Soo good!

I had forgotten how much I enjoyed this series. I’m so glad that this book is finally out, and I’m hoping the rest of the series will follow. I know I’ll eagerly wait in line to know what happens next.

I love how each story in this series is part of something larger, that with each installment we learn something new, uncover another layer. This is also why the books don’t really stand on their own, but should be read in order.

Hawk in the Rowan bring us back to the first couple we met; Devon and Wade. It’s been three months since they first got together so their relationship is still developing and stumbling at times. I loved watching them both grow and finding their place together and moving forward. But this story isn’t only about them. For a week Devon has seen worrisome dark clouds in the sky – hinting if darkness and storms to come. And when children go missing in the woods he sets after them – before it’s too late.

Once again Chris Chambers delivered a spot on performance, bringing both the story and characters to life. I love his voice, my ears love his voice, I love listening to it. To the point where it probably wouldn’t matter what he says, as long as he keeps talking – for days. So yeah, the narration was a big hit. As far as his narration of this book goes, I love how he captured the essence of the town and its inhabitants, the friendships – the love. But also the fierce protectiveness when one of their own was in danger. I’m looking forward to hearing more from this duo.

This book is filled with love, battling trolls, fae, werewolves, witches, talking trees and other magical creatures – and more. It’s a fascinating world to say the least and one I hope to return to soon, I need to know what happens next!

A copy of this book was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review for Love Bytes.

Love this Book series

Love this book series another great book by Sam Burns. I love the narrator Chris Chambers he does a great job and has a perfect voice for narration. Rowan Harbor is my favorite book series. This was Hawk in the Rowan it's the fourth in the series and it was awesome. I only hope and pray that the rest of the rowan harbor series will be available on audiobook and soon.

Love this Book series

Loved the chance to see more of Devon's journey discovering his powers and exploring his relationship with Wade.

The narration was good and very suited to the overall spirit of this story.