Silvercloak

De: L. K. Steven

Narrado por: Saffron Coomber

In this addictive new fantasy series set in a world where magic is fueled by pleasure and pain, an obsessive detective infiltrates a brutal gang of dark mages—knowing that one wrong move will get her killed. . . .

“A dazzling (and frequently sizzling) new fantasy.”—Kiersten White, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Lucy Undying

Two decades ago, the Bloodmoons ruthlessly murdered Saffron Killoran’s parents, destroying her idyllic childhood. Hell-bent on revenge, she lies her way into Silvercloak Academy—the training ground for her city’s elite order of detectives—with a single goal: to bring the Bloodmoons to justice.

But when Saff’s deception is exposed, rather than being cast out, she’s given a rare opportunity: to go undercover and tear the Bloodmoons down from the inside.

Descending into a world where pleasure and pain are the most powerful currencies, Saff must commit some truly heinous deeds to keep her cover—and her life. Not only are there rival gangs and sinister smuggling rings to contend with, but there’s also her growing feelings for the kingpin’s tortured son, with his vicious pet fallowwolf, his dark past, and the curious prophecy foretelling his death at Saffron’s hand.

With each day testing her loyalties further, Saff finds her web of lies becoming harder to spin. And when one false step could destroy everything and everyone she’s ever loved . . . the detective who’s dedicated her life to vengeance just might die for it.

Book One of the Silvercloak Saga

©2025 L. K. Steven (P)2025 Random House Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

“With an immersive setting, compellingly flawed characters, and a taut exploration of what it means to be moral in an uncaring world, L. K. Steven gives us a dazzling (and frequently sizzling) new fantasy in Silvercloak. Read it and join me in asking, How long until book two?”—Kiersten White, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Lucy Undying

“Silvercloak is an immersive, spellbinding story that had me feverishly turning pages late into the night. An absolute delight from beginning to end!”—Hannah Whitten, bestselling author of The Foxglove King

“Lovely, lush, intricate, and thoughtful. Silvercloak reminds me of a favorite writer from childhood, and I do not make Diana Wynne Jones comparisons lightly!”—Sarah Rees Brennan, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Long Live Evil

Amazing!

I enjoyed every second of this book! The world building, character development and plot were so rich and well balanced in this fast-paced adventure. I was completely immersed in this world. Every chapter was exciting and delicious. The narrator was perfect for this book. I cannot wait for the next installment!

Loved

I hope this book blows up so much we get a duet style read in the rest of the series. The narrator chosen for levan is not it. The guy sounds too old. Please get a new narrator. I haven’t had a book make me gasp as much as this one in a long long time. I’m a hoe for time travel but this one just hit different. Can’t wait for the next installment.

1st book in 15 years! Loved it!!

pretty darn good audio book. I loved the person reading. thought the story line was pretty good. I did not feel like it was slow. plenty of action and really enjoyed the story and characters. cant wait for more of the series. this is the first book ive read listened to in easily 15 years. I enjoyed it!

Emotionally Charged Fantasy!

This one really sneaks up and sinks it hooks and you! It was a good solid 4⭐️ until about 75% in when I just anticipated the 5⭐️ finish. It did not disappoint! It is full of twists and gasping moments and the narrator was perfect. I can’t wait for the next one!

So original! Like actually

I needed a new book series that gave me something like Tamora Pierce or Mariah V. Snyder like vibes. This book had everything I wanted. It has been a while since I found something that is truly original versus a cliché with small tweaks. The mystery is there, the intrigue is there, and the character development is wonderful.

Excellent! Can't wait for the next one

The plot had me hooked the whole way through. I can't wait to see where the story goes next

I couldn't stop listening

Incredible! This book kept me up all night because I needed to know what would happen next. I can not wait for the next book.

Woah what a ride…

I can’t remember the last time I yelled this loudly at a book!! Don’t do that!! Stooooop!! What is happening?!?! But it’s so well written and the pacing is great. The world is lived in. The magic super complex and cool… the romance was deeply lacking for me but absolutely everything in this book is a shade of grey. Very much on the hook for book 2. So invested.

undercover cop meets HP

Young woman goes undercover in a magical murderous gang to avenge her murdered parents. The magic in many ways resembles Harry Potter, including spells, wands, and brands on the baddies. This is adult fantasy.

Pacing was good even though this audiobook is long. Story is suspenseful and action-packed.

Narrator is fine.

overall enjoyed!

I am so conflicted on this one because on one hand, I did really enjoy the story and the magic system, and then on the other hand, the pacing made it difficult to stay engaged throughout a fair amount of the book. Enjoyed the magic system (even though I think some of it could have been explained). Enjoyed both of our morally grey characters. The ending definitely leaves you guessing and interested in what will unfold in book 2!

Rating: 3.5 stars

Thanks to NetGalley and Del Rey for an e-ARC of this book - all opinions are my own!