Archangel's Prophecy

Starred review from October 1, 2018
Prophecy and unbending devotion collide in Singh’s game-changing 11th Guild Hunter novel (after Archangel’s Viper). Unexpected humor and quick-paced plot shifts expand the setting and advance the action without leaving new readers in the dark. Archangel Raphael and his consort, former mortal Elena, are center stage as the power-enhancing Cascade again unsettles the world. Raphael tries to contain its unnatural phenomena, such as lava sinkholes; master his new abilities; and prepare his territory for the return of the power-hungry Archangel of Death. Determined to keep her family safe, Elena refuses to stop hunting for the killer targeting her sister’s husband, but she increasingly falters in the air. Soon Elena and Raphael realize she’s regressing toward mortality. Singh heightens tension in this spellbinding paranormal romance as familial bonds deepen and a heartbreaking mystery unfolds, leading to a destiny-defying climax certain to stun fans. This book can be read as a standalone but will lead a new reader to gobble up the entire series. Singh is in a class all her own and knows just how to leave readers wanting more. Agent: Nephele Tempest, Knight Agency.

Narrator Justine Eyre immediately grabs listeners' attention and never lets go. We're immersed in a paranormal world in which archangels reign and vampires are real. Elena, the consort to Archangel Raphael, is suddenly losing strength, and no one can figure out why. In addition, Elena needs to solve the mystery of who attacked her brother-in-law. Eyre keeps the tension high as Elena races to track down a killer before she completely shuts down. Raphael is arrogant and completely in love with Elena, and Eyre has us feeling the depth of his passion and his power. Despite the urgency of the situation, Elena keeps her sense of humor, and listeners will find themselves smiling along. This is a gripping story that keeps us on the edge of our seats. S.B. � AudioFile 2018, Portland, Maine